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On The Market Update: 20 August 2025
What the Reserve Bank’s rate cut really means for you and the property market The Official Cash Rate (OCR) dropped to 3.0% on 20th August...

Staircase Financial
Aug 20, 20254 min read


NZ Property Market Survey – August 2025
The latest Staircase survey reveals a shifting sentiment among New Zealand property investors in 2025. While earlier in the year investor...

Staircase Financial
Aug 14, 20253 min read


BNZ Matches ANZ with Lower Fixed Mortgage Rates - Is Now Your Moment to Buy?
BNZ drops their fixed mortgage rates by 20 basis points On 12 August 2025, BNZ cut its one-year and 18-month fixed home loan rates by 10...

Staircase Financial
Aug 14, 20252 min read


New Zealand Housing Market: Signs The Tide Is Turning
ON THE MARKET – August 2025 Edition The New Zealand housing market is showing clear signs of improvement After several challenging...

Staircase Financial
Aug 6, 20253 min read


Why Property Investors Are Still the Unsung Backbone of the Rental Market
Discover how property investors help support the rental market in New Zealand The Misunderstood Economics of Property Investment A recent...

Staircase Financial
Jul 30, 20253 min read


Fixed-Term Tenancy in NZ: Can You Leave Before It Ends?
Fixed-term tenancies offer security, but life doesn’t always go to plan. Can you end a fixed term tenancy early in New Zealand? This guide explains the legal exceptions, your rights, and how to exit a lease without facing penalties.

Staircase Financial
Jul 21, 20255 min read


Pet Damage in Rental Property: Tenancy Tribunal Case Study Costs Tenants Over $1,000
A recent Tribunal ruling highlights the risks of pet damage in rental property disputes. Landlords may face compensation claims even when pets are permitted. This case underscores the importance of clear pet clauses and early action to protect your investment.

Staircase Financial
Jul 21, 20253 min read


Queenstown’s $200M Film Hub: What It Means for Property Investors
Discover how the upcoming $200 million film studio and production hub will help boost Queenstowns tourism A major new development is...

Staircase Financial
Jul 21, 20253 min read


NZ Property Market Holds Steady as Spring Nears
ON THE MARKET – July 2025 Edition New Zealand's property market is quietly laying the groundwork for its next growth phase. As we enter...

Staircase Financial
Jul 18, 20254 min read


Queenstown Real Estate & Lifestyle: A Market on the Rise
The Queenstown Property Market grows while many others exercise caution Queenstown Property Market Trends In an era where many New...

Staircase Financial
Jul 16, 20252 min read
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