Investor Articles
Jun 1, 2023
New Zealand Prepares for Debt-to-Income Rules in 2024: A Closer Look at the Impact on Homeowners and Property Investors
Debt-to-Income (DTI) rules are set to make their debut in the New Zealand housing market next year, following the lead of several European countries that have implemented similar measures to rein in lending and stabilize housing markets.
While the concept of DTI rules is not new, the specific ratios adopted by different countries vary significantly.
Apr 19, 2023
Waikato Housing Market Update with Jarrod Kerr, Chief Economist at Kiwibank
WRE hosted Jarrod Kerr at an exclusive event for our Property Owners.
Jarrod answered questions on inflation, mortgage rates, recession, house prices, regulations, the housing shortage, DTI rules, even our Aussie cousins... you name it, Jarrod gave his opinion on it.
Mar 15, 2023
House value rankings for all Hamilton suburbs
House values in Hamilton took a dive in the last 12 months – but which suburbs fared better than others?
We’ve got the data on each Hamilton suburb right here.
Mar 9, 2023
“Investors are quite keen on Hamilton.” Here’s why.
In February, Hamilton's housing market continued to experience a decline in prices, but the good news was that the rate of decline was lower than all other major cities in New Zealand, except for Christchurch.
Feb 24, 2023
Hamilton Rental Properties – What's in hot demand... and what's not
If you are buying an investment property in Hamilton, or are planning on building one, then you'll want to take a 30 second look at our analysis of Trade Me's latest search engine data,
Feb 23, 2023
6 jobs a Property Manager does to make a Property Investor's life simple and stress free
Owning an investment property can be a great way to build long-term wealth, but it can also be a time-consuming and stressful experience, particularly if you are managing the property yourself.
This is where a property manager can make a big difference.
Feb 17, 2023
Property Managers take this vital step when choosing a tenant. Most Private Landlords won't.
Tenant selection has become harder and more important than ever following the removal of no-cause evictions.
Luckily, Property Managers have a couple of useful tools in their tool box when it comes to choosing tenants for a property investor.
Feb 14, 2023
Which rental property renovation ideas give you the best return on investment
Renovating a rental property can be a smart investment to increase the return on your investment.
Here are some renovation ideas that can help you improve the value of your rental property in New Zealand.
Feb 21, 2023
Consider these 4 factors before buying a rental property in Hamilton
Hamilton is the fourth largest city in New Zealand, located in the North Island.
It has a growing population, strong job market, and relatively affordable housing compared to other major cities in the country.
As a result, it has become an attractive destination for property investors.
Feb 3, 2023
4 Reasons NZ Property Investors should consider Landlord Insurance
As a landlord, you have to ensure the safety and comfort of your tenants, maintain the property, and deal with unexpected events such as property damage, loss of rent, and legal liabilities.
These events can be stressful and expensive, which is why it’s important for landlords to consider having landlord insurance.
Jan 31, 2023
12 Important Questions to ask when Choosing your Property Manager
As a property investor you have the choice of managing your investment properties yourself or delegating the day-to-day management to a Property Manager.
Engaging a Property Manager is the preferred option for many investors in today’s more complex property market.
However, it is critical that you choose your Property Manager wisely as proactive and effective property management will considerably increase the return from your investment property.
Sep 19, 2022
Everything you ever wanted to know about the OCR
The OCR, home loan interest rates, break fees, the RBNZ (what's up with all these acronyms?) - we break down and explain everything to do with home loans and the ever changing rates.
Could Your Property Be Working Harder for You?
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Switching to Waikato Real Estate is simple and positions your property to start delivering the income and freedom you deserve.