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Chattels List in NZ: Must-Know Inclusions for Property Buyers
A chattels list outlines all movable items included in a property sale, helping buyers and sellers avoid confusion and conflict. In New Zealand, having a clear chattels list is essential for ensuring both parties know exactly what stays with the home after settlement.

Staircase Financial
Jul 43 min read


Queenstown’s Growth Story - The Lifestyle Boom Driving a Property Surge
Queenstown is evolving into one of the Southern Hemisphere’s most dynamic lifestyle and property investment destinations. While its...

Staircase Financial
Jul 22 min read


Banks Keep Margins Fat While Mortgage Market Starves for Action
A New Zealand homeowner facing high mortgage rates As wholesale rates ease and the property market shows early signs of recovery, New...

Staircase Financial
Jul 23 min read


The Hidden Economic Predictor: How NZ’s Property Cycle Signals What’s Next
How the GDP in New Zealand is influenced by the Property Market Cycle When people think about New Zealand’s property market and the...

Staircase Financial
Jul 13 min read


Houses vs Townhouses in Auckland
Should you buy a house or a townhouse in Auckland? Should you invest in a townhouse or a house in Auckland? Which property type delivers...

Staircase Financial
Jun 253 min read


How Banks Use Your Money to Get Rich — And How You Can Flip the System with Property
How New Zealand banks turn deposits into loans Inflation keeps nibbling away at your savings while New Zealand’s banks grow richer every...

Staircase Financial
Jun 243 min read


NZ Rental Returns: Facts Every Investor Should Know
Average rental growth across New Zealand has tracked at approximately 4.5% to 5% per year. Table of Contents: Real Rental Growth Numbers...

Staircase Financial
Jun 174 min read


Auckland Property Market Cycle 2025: Recovery Insights & Investment Opportunities
The Auckland property market has long been known for its pronounced cycles, with alternating phases of rapid growth, cooling off, and...

Staircase Financial
Jun 172 min read


The Dangerous Truth About DIY Property Investment in New Zealand
DIY Property Investment - What are the risks? Kiwis love DIY. It’s part of who we are — getting stuck in, saving a bit of cash, and...

Staircase Financial
Jun 175 min read


DIY Property Management in NZ: Hidden Costs and Compliance Risks Landlords Face
When "Saving $50 a Week" Ends Up Costing You Thousands It starts innocently enough. You buy a property and think, "How hard can it be?"...

Staircase Financial
Jun 163 min read
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