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Market Update 19 Aug 2025: OCR Cut Incoming: Who Wins, Who Loses, and What You Should Do
OCR Cut Incoming: Who Wins, Who Loses, and What You Should Do


Gross Rental Yield Calculator
Rental yield is one of the simplest and most important measures of a property’s performance - and now you can calculate it in seconds.


Market Update 12 Aug 2025: Smaller Homes, Bigger Costs - What It Means for Property Investors in 2025
Smaller Homes, Bigger Costs - What It Means for Property Investors in 2025


Mortgage Repayment Calculator
See exactly how much your loan will cost you using our mortgage repayment calculator.


Property Investment Returns Calculator - Work Out Your Cashflow and Equity Gains
Invest with confidence using our property investment returns calculator to see how your next property will perform.


Learn How Much You Can Invest - Understand Your Property Investment Budget
When you’re planning your next property purchase, the first question is simple - how much can you actually afford to invest?


TC Ratings in Christchurch - What You Need to Know
In years gone by, TC Ratings were important when assessing the risk of an investment. But now, things have changed.


Is There An Oversupply Of Newbuild Properties in New Zealand?
Let’s look at the facts before jumping to conclusions.


The Balancing Act - Capital Gain vs Yield. The Secret to Successful Property Investment
Many investors focus too heavily on one or the other, often ruining the chance of buying a successful property investment.


Save Cash By Investing In The Right Property: Why Investors Are Turning to Newbuild Properties
The tax benefit of buying new instead of existing property is even bigger with higher interest rates.


The Best Time to Buy Property In New Zealand
There is data out there that indicates when a "good time to invest" is


The Economics of Competition: How It Shapes Property Investment in New Zealand
Have you ever played the game 'Monopoly'?


Don't Rely on This For Your Retirement. Why Saving For Retirement Won't Cut It
For most people, the ultimate reason for saving is simple: to prepare for a fruitful retirement. But as you might imagine, this is easier said than done.


How To Spot a Soft Market (And Why It's The Best Time To Buy)
You should always rely on evidence-based research to answer all the questions you have.


Why You're Susceptible To Losing Money. The Winning & Losing Mindset When Investing
Risk comes from not knowing what you're doing - Warren Buffett.


The OCR Explained - How Does It Affect You as a Property Investor?
The OCR affects all New Zealanders, including property investors.


The Worst Investment You Can Make. Avoiding Leasehold Properties
There are two types of assets, ones that appreciate in value, and ones that depreciate in value.


A Guide to Real Estate Agency Agreements in New Zealand: Sole vs General Agency
When you sell a property, you will need to decide between a sole & general agency if you work with a real estate agent.


Reducing Interest Rate Risk When Investing In Property
Interest rates are a hot topic right now and for good reason. With rising costs, comes rising risk of defaults...


How To Make Money by Off-The-Plan Property
Investing in an off-the-plan development that is 12-18 months away from completion can be daunting, but there is money to be made.

At Thrive we take a strategic approach to evidence-based property investment. With a view to helping you build wealth using our expert knowledge and market research to structure your portfolio in a way that gives you a superior outcome than merely buying and holding a few houses.
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