Six Ways You Might Be Wasting Space and How to Fix ItHave you ever thought about doing a space audit in your home, evaluating those areas where the layout could be more efficient?If you're planning to put your home on the market this spring or gearing up for a summer sale, it's essential to assess whether you're making the most of your space.Buyers... read more

Hopes Rise for a Rate Cut Amid Rare Window of OpportunityNew data from property media company OneRoof offers a stark perspective on New Zealand’s current housing market as the Reserve Bank (RBNZ) faces mounting pressure to lower interest rates.Over the past month, the RBNZ has held the Official Cash Rate (OCR) steady at 5.5%—considerably higher tha... read more

Ingredients3 1/2 - 4 cups all-purpose flour plus more for dusting1/4 teaspoon cinnamon1/4 teaspoon cardamom1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1 tablespoon instant yeast3/4 cup warm whole milk2 tablespoons honey3 large eggs, at room temperature1/2 cup (1 stick) salted butter, melted2-3 tablespoon lemon zest3/4 cup granulated sugar6 tablespoons salted butter, a... read more

Many homeowners will soon begin to consider listing their property for the upcoming spring real estate market. Spring is traditionally a peak time for home sales due to increased buyer activity and favourable weather conditions.As an experienced real estate agency in your area, we'd recommend you begin thinking about a spring sale today. The next f... read more

If you're considering putting your property on the market in the next few months to catch the spring selling season, you'll likely be researching New Zealand's real estate trends.With house prices still averaging $975,000 and rising nationally by 3.3% year-on-year, you'd be right in thinking we have a solid, if not spectacular, market.Yet, a lot of... read more

First-home buyers remain the dominant group in the Kiwi real estate market, buying more than 40% of all properties in the first half of this year.With listings up 120% in less than three years, first-home buyers are enjoying a wider choice of properties and a strong negotiating position. They'll likely receive a further boost with an additional spi... read more

IngredientsBasil Vodka Sauce1 tablespoon olive oil1 small shallot, finely minced3 cloves garlic, minced1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes1 tablespoon tomato paste1/4 cup vodka1 can whole peeled tomatoes3 large whole basil leaves, plus 2 tablespoons additional minced basilSalt and pepper to taste1/2 cup half and half creamSpinach Ricotta Stuffed Shells1... read more

Simultaneous settlements – the selling and buying of a home at the same time – happen every day. But sometimes, the wheels of property fortune do not roll so sweetly.If you're selling before you find the next property of your dreams, you could find yourself “homeless” – at least for a short period.The obvious solution is to negotiate an extended se... read more

The latest figures from the OneRoof-Valocity House Value Index reveal a shift in power towards buyers, driven by a surge in listings and the lingering effects of high interest rates.While New Zealand's average property value increased modestly by 0.4% to $977,000 in the last quarter, the number of homes for sale has soared, exceeding 41,000 – a 17%... read more

There are few things more emotionally distressing – to say nothing of financially difficult – than cleaning up a home after a flood.Finding badly damaged, much-loved items is particularly heart-breaking.Yet even the unprepared should take heart: while some damaged items will have to be thrown away, others can be restored.Clothes and linenHomeowners... read more