NZ Property Investor

There’s no doubt the slow reinstatement of interest deductibility will make a significant difference to all investors. The shortening of the bright-line test (back to two years, unless ACT get their way and ditch it completely) will also change the w

EDITOR Joanna Mathers E joanna@propertyinvestor.co.nz ART DIRECTOR Sally Fullam E sally@propertyinvestor.co.nz ACCOUNT MANAGER/ ADVERTISING SALES Stephanie Bryant M +64211658018 E stephanie@propertyinvestor.co.nz WRITER Sally Lindsay SUB-EDITOR Mike

In a series of research reports in 2013 and 2014, the New Zealand Initiative claims the country’s foreign direct investment (FDI) regime residing in the Overseas Investment Act 2005 (OIA) is among the most hostile towards foreign investment of those

Generating leads is the lifeblood of any property management company, as it directly impacts revenue and profitability To stay ahead in this dynamic industry, property management companies need to employ effective strategies to attract more leads. He

Matthew Gilligan is a property investor, developer and tax adviser. He is managing director of chartered accounting firm Gilligan Rowe & Associates, where he heads the specialist property and asset planning divisions. Kris Pedersen of Kris Pedersen M

Q Due to a relationship separation, I am looking at bringing a flatmate/boarder into my owner-occupied property. Are there any tax implications if I have either a flatmate or a boarder? A Firstly, there is a difference between a flatmate and a boarde

REINZ data shows nationally there was a 2.3 per cent increase in the median sale price rising to $785,000 from $767,500 month-on-month but decreasing year-on-year by 3.1 per cent. Median sale prices have increased in all but three regions month-on-mo

With the low interest rates, rapid house price growth and the subsequent FOMO of 2021 feeling like an eternity ago, those that bought holiday homes through this period are looking for ways to maximise their yield. Short-term rentals play by a slightl

Building life cycle assessment is a methodology used to measure the environmental impact and energy consumption of a building throughout its entire lifespan, typically across 50 years. The whole use of the building is taken into account for a more re

Firstly, let me say I would never be without a trust. I do not subscribe to the view that you should wind your trust up now that the new trustee act requires some additional disclosures and transparency to your beneficiaries. Life is just too risky.

Many people I talk to believe they have the cover they need, as they have chosen to let their insurer know a property is rented. However, it pays to check if the policy protects you against unforeseen tenancy-related events that can cause financial l

Luxury properties offer comfort and elegance, with a considerable price tag. While “luxury” is subjective, a high-end property typically features upmarket decor and upscale amenities. These include spacious outdoor entertainment areas, landscaped gar

Mum Di Foster had a major health scare a few years ago. Overnight, her whole perspective shifted. She wanted to start a plan like she was going to live to 80 … even though the doctors had told her she might not make it until next Christmas. Here’s ho

Developers will be only too familiar with land covenants registered on the title of a property and the challenges they sometimes present. Covenants are used by property owners to limit the future subdivision and development of neighbouring land, usua

By the time you read this we will have an election outcome, but at the time of writing we are still in election promise limbo. Never before has a government hit private rental ownership so hard with higher taxes, while being well aware of increasing

It is understandable that some people and media commentators are concerned National and ACT have committed to removing interest deduction limitations for rental property owners and reducing the bright-line test back to two years. These government pol

Nicki Smith, a long-time property investor and president of the Taranaki Property Investors’ Association, has been awarded the RentSkills Supreme Award for 2023. And Jackie Thomas-Teague, of Wellington Property Investors’ Association, has received th