Property
Qualified and respected professionals in the community give their take on the latest trends in the property market. Featuring Matthew Buchanan and Scott Morison (Buchanan & Morison Ltd - Registered Valuers).
2011
Rural and urban divide - December
This month I attended hearings, including the new forum format hearings, for the Auckland Spatial Plan.
A competitive market - November
How can you set your property apart to ensure a timely and successful sale?
There is a lot going on - October
The draft Auckland Plan was released for public submission on September 20. The plan provides a strategic guide to growth and development in the Auckland region over a 30-year time frame.
The power of love - September
Winter is well upon us and it is pleasing to see that the property market has freed up to some extent, particularly around Warkworth.
Plan needs local involvement - August
Hot on the heels of the release of the discussion document for the Auckland Spatial Plan Auckland Unleashed are the Local Board Plans.
Forced sales – threat or opportunity? - July
Over the last few years the Rodney and Kaipara areas have produced more than their fair share of mortgagee sales. While this can be a tragic time for the owner, it can be an opportunity for purchasers.
Insuring against disaster - June
What have Canterbury and Northland got in common? Not earthquakes. Not the hot dry nor-wester. Not vast areas of flat land. Not a magnificent coastline. But a large number of Earthquake Commission claims?
Warkworth is where it’s happening - April
The opening of Stockyard Falls in conjunction with the Mitre 10 Mega Store and the expected opening of Ceratelle Marketing, Siteworks Lighting and KinderCare within the next 12 months will provide impetus and a shot in the arm for our local economy.
Commercial rents - March
While house sale prices are often talked about, and become common knowledge rather quickly, commercial property information is generally more tightly held (between landlord, tenant, solicitor and valuer).
The game, not the gains - February
With or without the Rugby World Cup, all decisions to buy and sell should be based on an informed analysis of the underlying supply and demand relationship.
Market value vs sale price - January
If you are buying a property, and your bank requires a valuation, the answer could well differ from the price you have agreed to pay. Why is that?
2010
Highway compensation - December
An indicative SH1 route has been drafted, with around 60 landowners being directly affected.
Property overview - November
In Warkworth, agents appear to be more “up beat” with genuine buyers looking around.
Land compensation - October
Farmers and landowners may be interested in a major project that is about to commence that will change the landscape of the Poutu, Ruawai and Otamatea catchments.
Adding value - September
Let’s look beyond the basic cosmetic upgrades of last month, and consider those more expensive items which can add more value to your property than you spend to create them.
Selling your home - August
Several vendors we have spoken to recently, have been frustrated by a lack of buyer interest in their properties. In most instances, the reason your property has not sold can be put down to two things - marketing and price.
Farm values and the ETS - July
The real estate market for rural land is considered sluggish at present. Very few genuine farm sales have been recorded recently, which has been particularly frustrating for a number of vendors and real estate agents.
Budget analysis - June
The budget was reasonable well-received by most sectors in the market. The high income sector have been least affected by the tax changes, but the high earners generally spend more and hence, will pay more GST than the lower income groups.
House prices soaring - yeah right! - May
Anyone would be confused by the mixed message coming through the media in recent weeks.
What's that on my title? - April
A Certificate of Title can be quite confusing when buying a property, with your lawyer perhaps giving you a copy of the interests and saying 'are you happy with these?' Often the instruments are full of legal jargon, but are working investigating further.
Valuing the relationship - March
A good relationship and flow of information between agents and valuers makes both of our jobs easier, and hopefully results in better results for our respective clients.
Examining the options - February
A good basis for planning is to a SWOT analysis which identifies strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.
Happy house hunting - January
The onset of summer brings with it a desire to start looking for a move. Prices are climbing back to 2007 levels.
