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Amazon’s $7.5 Billion Investment: Why West Auckland Property is Set to Boom
Disclaimer: Please note this article is written based on an ongoing media release. Reports have been mixed as to whether Amazon Web Services (AWS) have indeed confirmed their investment in New Zealand, even though this has been announced on various occasions by Amazon. It is our goal to provide the most accurate and up-to-date information available and we will update this article as updates get released. When global tech giant Amazon Web Services (AWS) chooses your backyard

Staircase
Sep 2, 20253 min read


Why Smart Investors Are Backing Auckland Townhouses in 2026
The Smart Money Is Already In, Folks! Why Smart Investors Are Backing Auckland Townhouses in 2026 MPs Might Not Know What to Make of the Market… But We Do Recent headlines have trumpeted the “worst housing slump in decades,” with Auckland values still well below their 2021 peak. Politicians spin it as a crisis. Yet the truth is far more compelling: affordability has improved, construction economics are tilting in investors’ favour, and the townhouse sector is about to benefi

Staircase
Sep 1, 20253 min read


Housing Affordability in New Zealand: It’s Better Than You’ve Been Told
New Zealander's have long been told that house prices are too high. But is this really true? New Zealanders have been told for decades that housing is “seriously unaffordable.” The claim usually rests on the Median Multiple which is the ratio of median house prices to median household incomes, an affordability measure adopted by the World Bank in the early 1990s when mortgage rates were above 10 percent. By that measure, Auckland’s current multiple of 7.9 suggests the city

Kieran Trass
Aug 28, 20254 min read


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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Jul 21, 20253 min read
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