Scott Bentley 31/01/2020 7:07am
Sales figures just released for Marlborough demonstrate a continuation of the New Zealand-wide real estate trends, while value still remains within the residential market.
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Scott Bentley 17/10/2019 10:10am
It’s good news if you want to buy your first home with a friend or family member. From 1 October, you and your prospective co-owner can apply for a HomeStart grant of up to $10,000.
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Scott Bentley 17/10/2019 10:10am
When you have one or more investment properties, it could be worthwhile enlisting the help of a property manager. A property manager can take over the day-to-day management of your properties.
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Scott Bentley 10/10/2019 1:13pm
The beginning of August saw the Reserve Bank of New Zealand drop the Official Cash Rate (OCR) to 1 percent. On 25 September, it held at that rate but the commentators are saying another cut could be in the offing. If you rely on bank term deposits for your income, this is not good news.
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Scott Bentley 20/09/2019 11:11am
Preparing to sell your home can involve more than simply choosing your agent and tidying up. Taking time to step into prospective buyers' shoes and looking at your property from their perspective, well in advance can pay off. You might be thinking about some renovations. Focusing on what's important when there's limited money and time, is essential.
First impressions,
Kerb appeal,
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