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It’s about opportunity cost

It’s about opportunity cost

Our previous article, ‘The squeeze is on!’ , was that spending restraint would begin to flow through the economy because interest rates would absorb more household income. Well, the squeeze is still on, and it’s starting to have an impact. We are getting asked the...
With auction rooms empty, now is your chance

With auction rooms empty, now is your chance

If you are interested in getting into the property market, and you have the means to do so, now is the time. The real estate market in Auckland is ripe for owner-occupiers whether they be first-time home buyers or people looking to upgrade. Think about it, there are a...
Are we there yet? Have interest rates peaked?

Are we there yet? Have interest rates peaked?

As with all forecasts and predictions, a grain of salt is necessary to answer that question. In the case of interest rate forecasts, a wheelbarrow of salt is probably prudent! But if you were to push me, then I’d say yes, I think they have. We won’t know until we are...
Will mortgage rates go down in 2023?

Will mortgage rates go down in 2023?

Nostradamus was a French astrologer, apothecary, physician, and reputed seer who is best known for his book – a collection of 900+ future event predictions. He’s probably got a better idea than we do and frankly, making predictions is fraught even at the best of...
The fear of having to sell your home

The fear of having to sell your home

Has this thought crossed your mind? Have you looked at all your outgoings and the impact of interest rate increases and come to the conclusion that there is no other option? It certainly has for some people and I’ll put my hand up to say I’m someone who had to do it....
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