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The running cost of a heat pump in heating mode in winter ranges, from 3 to 16 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh) of heat produced. In comparison, a traditional electric heater can cost between 19 and 40 cents per unit of heat making it a more expensive option. The graph below shows a great comparison of power usage […]

In this guide we explain why spring is a great time to put your property on the market, and we explore specific strategies for getting your house ready. WHY SPRING IS AN IDEAL TIME TO SELL Property sellers in New Zealand often hold off until spring to list their property. One of the reasons is […]

As the autumn season rolls in, homeowners who are planning to sell their properties will want to adapt to attract potential buyers. With a little bit of effort and attention to detail, you can make your home stand out in the market. Here are some tips for preparing your home for an autumn sale. Emphasise […]

Budgeting the monthly or fortnightly mortgage repayments is a reality for many homeowners but putting in a few extra dollars towards your mortgage can potentially save you thousands of dollars. When you consider the interest rate and the length of your mortgage, every single extra dollar paid into your mortgage will roughly save you as […]

To achieve a successful sale, a little planning and research can go a long way, preparing you for that next stage of your property journey. The best property marketing package will look to create competition for your home and ultimately achieve a higher sales price. While, in your eyes, you may love your property as […]

Harveys Matamata were announced the Winner of the 2022 NZ Top Small Residential Sales Office for Value at the recent Harveys/LJ Hooker Night Of The Stars Awards. Jodi, Alan & Emma-Mai attended the evening dinner & were on hand to receive the accolade.

Buying a house to live in is the number one Kiwi strategy for getting ahead. Not only do you get a place to call your own, you have a stake in the New Zealand property market. Many people firmly believe that property values double every 10 years and data reveals it’s a reality for much […]

The report is well known for tracking the main affordability measures for first home buyers, but it also tracks the financial viability of so-called second rung buyers, the people who bought their first home several years ago and are now looking to make the next move.   *Read the full article by Greg Ninness at https://www.interest.co.nz/property/116642/established-home-owners-may-be-well-placed-make-move-their-next-dream-home-range

Your mind might be instantly going towards those big ticket items, and you might be asking yourself where can I add another bedroom? Is there room for a pool or a granny flat? Or do I need to install a new or larger garage? This may be tempting, but it is important to remember that […]

When it comes time to sell your home, you want to ensure you make the most amount of money from the sale. If you have spent too much on the renovations, you may have overcapitalised. What is over capitalisation? Quite simply, the term over capitalisation means to improve a property beyond its resale value. In […]

Wherever you look around your home, you are bound to have space on the walls, whether it be above a couch, in the dining room or above the TV, I’m sure it is not hard to find a wall that could do with a bit more character. Before you hammer in a nail to hang […]

But even more importantly, ensure Santa, Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner and Blitzen have an enjoyable and safe visit. In this post, we will cover off on preparing both the outside and inside of your home. But we will include a few post-visit tips as well. Last year, we had many people contact […]

All of these factors coming together make your property look its best, and buyers are more willing to head out and view open homes when the weather is on their side. While you will want to slip on your jandals and head to the beach, if you are listing your home this summer here are […]

If you are eyeing up those green paddocks, some extra land to plant fruit trees, or an uninterrupted view across rolling landscapes, a lifestyle block could be the ticket. But before you buy your first plot of land outside of town, make sure you are truly aware of the responsibilities that come with owning a […]

Throughout the years you have probably accumulated a lot of stuff, and the exercise of downsizing will not be the same as any other property move. You will need to thoroughly go through everything you own to decide what to keep and what can go. There will not be enough room in the smaller home […]

The median price for a residential property across New Zealand in July was $826,000, up 25.2 percent on a year ago. The activity in Auckland has been a driving factor pulling prices up, with the median price across the Super City at $1,175,000, an increase of $25,000 from a month earlier. Canterbury set new records […]

The best agent can create an imaginative picture of how chairs can lounge around a room, rugs can make the carpet pop, paintings can brighten the wall with added colour and with the addition of pot plants, additional life is injected into the atmosphere. But instead of leaving it to the imagination, staging makes those […]

Flowers To ensure you have fresh colours coming through this summer, August is the time to plant your favourite seedlings, such as Viola, Polyanthus, Cineraria, Alyssum, Poppy, Cornflower, Gypsophila, Hollyhock and Carnations. However, you need to be cautious as slugs and snails are hungry, so slug and snail pellets could go a long way. As […]

By Riley Howe You might be wondering if winter is a bad time to sell your home, but people look for property to buy at all times of the year. In fact, selling your house in winter can even have its own benefits. Less properties to compete against in winter time is a big positive […]