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  • Super sized cut to the OCR to save the economy

    Nerida Conisbee, Ray White Group Chief Economist Great news today that the Reserve Bank of New Zealand decided on a super sized cut of the OCR today of 0.5 per cent. It is likely that this will be a continuation....

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  • Auction volume up during “Month of More”

    Ray White New Zealand scheduled 239 properties to go under the hammer last week, up 49.4 per cent on the same time last year, during the group’s September Month of More campaign. “Rising public confidence, combined with increasing inventory levels....

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  • The most family-friendly suburbs to live in

    Atom Go TianSenior Data AnalystRay White Group As families seek the perfect balance between urban convenience and nurturing environments for their children, the definition of what makes a suburb ideal for family life continues to shift. The notion of a....

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  • Auctions see a dynamic surge in activity

    Auction activity fired up across New Zealand last week with rising stock numbers the hallmark of this spring selling season. Ray White New Zealand Head Auctioneer Sam Steele said public confidence, coupled with steadily rising inventory levels, had sparked a period....

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  • Auction Agents: Highlighting Ben Stevens

    Ben Stevens – Ray White Wellington City Ben and his partner Amanda have been working in real estate since 2011, and are relative newcomers to the auction space. But since starting auctioning in February 2023, the duo have experienced enormous....

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  • Auction success fuels optimism

    Ray White New Zealand agents across the country saw increasing optimism in the market after scheduling 128 properties to go under the hammer last week. The group saw a clearance rate of 48.8 per cent, with an average of 2.2....

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  • Auction Agents: Highlighting Ross Hawkins

    Ross Hawkins, Ray White Orakei With a 25 year career in real estate, Ross has been carrying out auction campaigns for the past two decades. What made you decide to start running auctions? Auction is the most effective way....

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  • How to Find The Best Investment Properties

    Despite the recent real estate woes, real estate is still a good investment strategy when it’s part of a diversified portfolio. And investing in real estate can be fun! There’s a bit of an art and a science to finding the best investment properties. You’ll need time to research, a … Read more

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  • Making Your New House a Home

    The process of looking for a new home for yourself and/or your family is sometimes excruciatingly emotional – and always tiring. After you sign on the dotted line and the house is yours, it’s time to be happy and feel settled, even if there are still boxes stacked to the … Read more

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  • Buying a Home? – Why a Fixer Upper is a Great Option

    Buying a home is an exciting time. It’s a time that promises change, opportunity, and the ability to make something as important as a home, your very own. When you’re looking for a new home, consider buying a fixer upper. Here’s why: A fixer upper can save you a ton … Read more

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  • 5 Tips to Ensure Your Home’s Showing Is a Success!

    The purpose of showing your home is to hook a buyer. You want the buyers to come through your house and be impressed – so impressed in fact, that they’re ready to make an offer! You’ll have one chance to make a great first impression on these potential buyers, so … Read more

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  • 5 Mistakes First Home Buyers Make

    Most people dream of buying a home and know exactly what they are looking for and what they would like to spend on the mortgage, however, they do not consider several important details. Along with the hot home buying market comes heavy competition for the homes and many are making … Read more

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  • Isovival Guide 2020 – Part 10

    We’ve entered week 4 and it’s a little chilly outside. Get cosy, it’s…… Friday Night – Iso-date Night: Movie Night! Movies and real estate don’t have a lot in common until… the beautiful Arcadia Station. Arcadia is one of New Zealand’s best known movie locations and has played host to … Read more

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  • Iconic NZ farm sets world on fire before selling to a local

    ONE of the most beautiful farms in the world, Arcadia, in the heart of Middle Earth near Queenstown, New Zealand, has just been sold for a multi-million dollar sum on the eve of the NZ lockdown, after more than 80 years in the same family. Ray White Queenstown’s owner and selling principal … Read more

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  • Iso-vival Guide 2020 – Part 5

    Still here to help! Our Iso-vival Guide will give you some inspo on how to pass the time and have some fun with your iso-buddies. Stay safe, stay home, stay cool. Friday Night – Iso-date Night: Have a Vinyl Listening Session Keeping the vintage/retro theme of last Friday, this time … Read more

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  • Iso-vival Guide 2020 – Part 1

    At a loss as to how to spend your days for the next few weeks? We’re here to help! Our Iso-vival Guide will give you some inspo on how to pass the time and have some fun with your iso-buddies. Stay safe, stay home. Friday Night – Iso-date Night: Listen … Read more

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