Refinancing your home loan has a number of benefits. A lower interest rate or better terms could help you pay off your mortgage much faster and help you reach your financial goals sooner. But, it’s important to be aware of the shortcomings too. Take a look at what you need to look out for when refinancing your mortgage. Learn more.

Juggling work commitments with kids at home can be tricky as we continue to respond to COVID-19, but it is the new normal for many of us including myself.

At times kids may want your wholehearted attention, and nothing can deter them from it. Leaving them by themselves for extended periods during these times may not have the best outcome. Setting some realistic expectations at work and with your family will help you find your rhythm. Click here for more.

Tony Alexander, former BNZ Economist, recently commented on his thoughts regarding how Covid-19 could impact the property market and I thought it would be worth sharing this with you.

A baby boom, low mortgage rates, higher long-term net migration, working from home, mortgage holidays, this recession is temporary and more. 

It certainly feels like the world has gone a bit mad during these unprecedented times.

Many of my clients have asked me what impact Covid-19 could have on house prices in the future Christchurch real estate market. I believe we can use data from previous years to help guide us.

Here are my predictions on what may happen to the Christchurch property market. 

If a holiday home has always been a dream of yours, now may be the time to make that dream a reality. Analysis done by the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) shows that while house prices around the country may be on the rise, the same is not necessarily true for some popular holiday locations. The latest REINZ statistics reveal that some holiday hotspots are now more affordable than last year.

Here is what to consider if you are looking to buy that holiday home you've been dreaming about

The new year is a great time to start planning for the year ahead and it's necessary if you're going to meet your obligations under the healthy homes standards. The July 2020 compliance date is less than six months away when you will need to know (and disclose) your current level of compliance with the healthy homes standards.
 

2019 has been a year of change for the property management industry and most landlords have adapted and responded well to these changes. Harcourts has welcomed the reforms which have been largely positive, in particular the introduction of the healthy homes standards. Click here for more details.

 3 Mistakes First Home Buyers Make and How to Avoid Them. Buying your first home can be a daunting task, and those of us who can recall that experience will remember the ups and downs that came with it. Click here for more details.

Here is brief case study that looks at a scenario of renting verses buying your own home. And the BEST part is that IT'S YOUR HOME not the landlords! Click here to find out more

With everyone spending Easter this year safe in their bubbles and no classic Kiwi road-trips on the cards, this awesome activity book is sure to have something for everyone, both young and old. It includes recipes, crafts, activities and even some cheeky Easter jokes and movie recommendations.

I hope you all have a wonderful long weekend and get to head out for some sunshine and fresh air to join in the Big New Zealand Easter Egg Hunt. 

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