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7 Essential Tips for Upsizing in Today’s Property Market

7 Essential Tips for Upsizing in Today’s Property Market

Thinking of upsizing your home? Discover 7 expert tips from our team to navigate today’s market, attract buyers, and get the best value. The New Zealand property market is in a holding pattern right now. Prices are steady overall, but certain areas are holding their own better than others, while some are finding it tougher…
The Best Creamy Roasted Tomato Soup

The Best Creamy Roasted Tomato Soup

Discover the ultimate creamy roasted tomato soup recipe made with fresh herb-roasted tomatoes, garlic, and a rich blend of spices. Easy to make, freezer-friendly, and includes a vegan version! There’s nothing more comforting than a warm bowl of homemade roasted tomato soup, especially when it’s made from scratch with fresh, organic ingredients. We've found and…
7 Essential Tips to Survive a Home Renovation

7 Essential Tips to Survive a Home Renovation

Renovating your home? Discover 7 real-world strategies to help your family navigate the chaos with less stress and more sanity. Home renovations can be exciting, but they can also test your patience and daily routine. Whether you're upgrading before selling or transforming a newly purchased property, it's important to be prepared for the mess, noise,…
NZ Property Market Update: South Island Surges Ahead

New Zealand Property Market Split: South Island Surges While North Slows

Discover how the NZ property market is evolving, with the South Island leading growth while North Island cities like Auckland and Wellington remain flat. A Tale of Two Islands: South Island Leads NZ Property Recovery The latest data from the OneRoof-Valocity Housing Report paints a clear picture of two very different markets across New Zealand.…
Fluffy Maple Frybreads

Addictive Fluffy Maple Flatbreads

Craving something sweet and special? Try this Canadian-inspired Maple flatbread recipe, golden fried dough topped with maple glaze. Made easy for Kiwi kitchens! These Canadian street food classics are a delicious fried dough treat, crispy on the outside, fluffy inside, and topped with a rich maple glaze. After trying one in Canada, we had to…
How Interest Rates Impact NZ Property

How Interest Rates Impact the Property Market: Insights from the Reserve Bank

The RBNZ confirms property is among the most interest-rate-sensitive sectors. Discover how OCR changes affect housing prices and when NZ markets are expected to recover. A recent report by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) has confirmed what many in the property industry have long suspected — real estate is one of the most…
Upsizing in a Buyer’s Market | Tips for Kiwi Homeowners

Why Now’s a Smart Time to Upsize: A Buyer’s Market Brings Opportunity

The New Zealand property market shift is creating ideal conditions for upsizers. Discover how to make the most of today’s buyer-friendly environment with expert tips. A Window of Opportunity for Savvy Upsizers New Zealand’s property market is beginning to favour buyers again, bringing new opportunities for homeowners looking to upsize. After a long stretch of…
Amazing Spicy Cucumber Salad

Amazing Spicy Cucumber Salad

This amazing spicy cucumber salad recipe is crunchy, refreshing, and ready in 30 minutes! A perfect side or light meal, packed with flavour and vegan-friendly. Ingredients How to Make It 1. Prep the Cucumbers Trim both ends off the cucumbers. Place one between two chopsticks on a chopping board (this stops your knife from cutting…
Dishwasher Sale-Ready: Impress Buyers

How to Prepare Your Dishwasher for Buyer Inspections and Avoid Last-Minute Negotiations

Want your home to shine during inspections? Discover how to deep clean your dishwasher and avoid buyer objections when selling your property. When potential buyers attend an open home, they’re not just admiring the layout—they’re inspecting the details. From opening kitchen drawers to testing cupboard hinges, buyers are keen to uncover signs of wear, damage,…
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New Zealand Property Market Rebounds: Buyers Take Advantage of Falling Interest Rates 2025

Falling interest rates and a wide selection of homes are boosting buyer confidence across New Zealand. Discover which regions are seeing the biggest property value gains in 2025. With mortgage rates on a steady decline, confidence in New Zealand's property market is making a strong comeback. Homebuyers are capitalising on favourable borrowing conditions and an…
This tasty, light, and flavourful Strawberry Olive Oil Cake is the perfect balance of fruity, moist, and fragrant, finished with a silky Lemon Verbena Buttercream that takes it to the next level. It's a stunning dessert for spring and summer celebrations or simply for a weekend baking treat.

Incredible Tasty Strawberry Olive Oil Cake

A tasty strawberry olive oil cake topped with creamy lemon verbena buttercream. Fresh, light, and perfect for any occasion. This tasty, light, and flavourful Strawberry Olive Oil Cake is the perfect balance of fruity, moist, and fragrant, finished with a silky Lemon Verbena Buttercream that takes it to the next level. It's a stunning dessert…

Floating Rates Rise as Wellington Listings Surge

More Wellington homeowners are choosing floating mortgage rates as property listings hit a six-year high. Find out what's driving the market shift in 2025. Positive momentum continues to build in New Zealand’s housing market, with a growing number of homeowners in Wellington and beyond opting for floating mortgage rates over fixed terms. Recent figures show…

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Brenda Crooks
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Ben went over and above for us, he offered to fix a few small things around the house for us, and practically ended up redoing our bathroom. We were really happy with his generosity. Jade and Ben were lovely to work with and we really felt they were a good fit for us.
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Alex Hewton - Malins
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This is the second time we have sold with Ben and both times the result has been outstanding. On a personal level we click and its clear he actually cares about both the sellers and the buyers he is working with. The result we achieved and the sheer quantity of offers received in a dead market shows what an outstanding salesman and marketer Ben (and is his team) is.
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Jo Mcgeachin
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Ben was extremely easy to talk to and very informative about how things would progress. He listened to us and advised us about the right way to go. We are very happy with his pleasant and professional manner.
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Jason Pepping
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Ben is a very personable agent. He has excellent communication and was usually available to answer any questions we had, regardless of the hour!
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Carla Shields
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Ben and the team did an amazing job selling our house. They know the market so well and gave us the best advice throughout the whole process. We have used them before and so glad we choose to use them again. Highly recommended.
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Yasas Gamage
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Ben, Peter and Jade. You guys are the most awesome Real Estate Agents we have ever met. We went to hundreds of open homes and met many agents throughout our search for a home, yet we would come back to you straight away for our next house. Thank you!
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Jaan Turia
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Ben worked exceptionally hard on our behalf to get the sale over the line. Ours was not straightforward by any means, and Ben navigated through the many twists and turns to ensure a very satisfactory outcome for us. We highly recommend Ben. :)
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Laurel Tse
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Ben went above and beyond our expectations. He gave great advice on how to best prepare our house for sale and even pitched in to help. He was very personable and great to work with. I would definitely recommend his services!
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Joanne Murphy
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Ben and the team were very professional and friendly - always willing to help & go the extra mile. It was my first time selling property alone and they took a lot of stress out of the process, it was such a relief. I felt supported throughout & now I gladly recommend them to my friends. Thanks team, you’re awesome!
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Amanda Hawea
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Ben was fantastic. He made the selling process easy for us, gave great advice throughout the process, and went above and beyond to get a great sale result. We would definitely recommend Ben and his team to others.