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Auctions showcase strong demand across all property types
Ray White Whangarei saw 16 properties go under the hammer yesterday, recording a 47 per cent clearance rate.
Understanding a set date of sale.
A set date of sale or deadline sale may be advertised using the terms ‘set date of sale’’ or ‘deadline sale’. The property advertising may include the words ‘unless sold prior’, which means the property can be sold before the end date. Offers can be made at any point up … Read more
Understanding a cross lease.
Do you panic when you see ‘cross lease’ at the bottom of a property advertisement because you’re not sure what it means and you’re too shy to ask? You’re not alone. Cross leases are probably the most complicated form of property ownership in New Zealand and lots of people struggle … Read more
RBNZ delivers cautious 0.25 per cent cut
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has lowered the Official Cash Rate by 25 basis points to 2.25 per cent, a move which experts say reflects a clear softening in economic conditions.
Understanding a multi-offer process.
What you need to know. The multi-offer process is intended to provide all interested buyers with a fair opportunity to submit their best offer for a property they wish to purchase. Multi-offer processes can differ from agency to agency, but they can only be described as multi-offer when there is … Read more
Understanding a unit title.
What you own. Unit title ownership also referred to as a ‘strata title’ or ‘stratum estate’ is most common in a building where there are multiple owners. As a unit owner you own: Your particular apartment or unit and any accessory units, like garages, car parks, private courtyards and storage … Read more
Understanding buying at auction.
A property auction is a fast-paced, public sale. The property is sold to the buyer with the highest bid after the seller’s reserve price is reached. Let the agent know. If you want to bid for a property at an auction, your first step is to let the agent selling … Read more
🌾 Kumeū Market Confidence Blooms: October 2025 REINZ Stats Point North
The spring sun has certainly shone on the property market! The latest Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) data for October 2025 reveals a healthy surge in market confidence across Aotearoa. This positive movement is particularly encouraging for our rural and lifestyle property owners and buyers here in Kumeū. … Read more
Auction metrics hold steady as spring selling season wraps up
Ray White New Zealand scheduled 254 auctions last week, with volume remaining strong during the last weeks of spring.
Is Kumeū still ‘country’? Embracing the new North-West.
Kumeū is growing! But is it losing its “honest” country charm? As locals, we share our “approachable” thoughts. We hear it all the time: “Kumeū is growing so fast! It’s not ‘country’ anymore.” “Honestly,” we get it. The growth is “energetic.” The new “stylish” developments are changing the landscape. But … Read more
Room for everyone: The rise of multi-gen homes in Kumeū.
Looking for a home for the whole family? We look at the rise of multi-generational homes and home-and-incomes in Kumeū. The “human” family is changing. One of the biggest “energetic” trends we’re seeing in Kumeū is “multi-generational living.” It’s about “human” connection. It’s about having grandparents live with you, or … Read more
What’s my Kumeū lifestyle block really worth? An “honest” guide.
It’s the question we get every day: “What’s my lifestyle block worth?” You’ve probably typed your address into an online calculator and seen a “simple” number. “Honestly,” for a lifestyle property, that number is almost always wrong. A computer can’t see the “hard work” you’ve put in. It can’t value … Read more
Robert and Greer Tulp launch Ray White Beacon Property Management
Experienced real estate professionals Robert and Greer Tulp have joined Ray White to open their new business, Ray White Beacon Property Management, based on the Hibiscus Coast.
October welcomes record listings activity since the pandemic
New Zealand's housing market delivered a measured performance in October 2025, with the national median house price rising 1.8 per cent to $786,000 from September's $772,500.
Home with own playground sells for $1.325M
Ray White scheduled 200 properties to go under the hammer last week, recording a clearance rate of 51.4 per cent.
How to buy a house: Auction vs. Deadline Sale (a simple guide)
Buying a home in West Auckland is exciting, but all the different sale types can be confusing. What’s the difference between an Auction, a Deadline Sale, and ‘By Negotiation’? As your local team, let’s “take the hard work out of it” for you. 1. Auction What it is: A public … Read more
Volume strong as sellers look to transact before Christmas
Ray White New Zealand scheduled 234 auctions last week, up 13.6 per cent compared to last year, however, last week’s clearance sat at 47.1 per cent which was down 14.69 per cent year-on-year.
New Zealand construction activity shows tentative recovery in Q3 2025
New Zealand's construction sector shows tentative recovery with crane numbers up 10.5 per cent in Q3 2025. Auckland leads with 59 cranes as residential and non-residential activity begins to stabilise amid ongoing challenges.
Auctions strong across the country
Ray White New Zealand scheduled 260 properties to go under the hammer last week, up 22.1 per cent year-on year.
