THIS WEEK IN REVIEW TOPICS: Topic #1: NZ Herald 18th of April -Record number of home owners fix on one year terms as they bet on interest rates falling Topic #2: RNZ 15th of April 'Recession, high interest rates take toll on construction industry Topic #3: Oneroof 17th of April- Mums and dads are now bailing on NZ - ‘they think the grass is greener’ Topic #4: RNZ 17th of April -Inflation drops to 4 percent, lowest rate in nearly three years Topic #5: Auckland Property Investors Association (APIA) 15th of April-How to Stop the New Pet Rules from Going Barking Mad Join OUR NEW EVENT: https ..read more

Visit our website to register for our free events or book a free, no obligation meeting to learn how we can help. THIS WEEK IN REVIEW TOPICS: Topic #1: 1News 9th of April -Average home value sees 'modest' increase for first quarter Topic #2: 1News 11th of April -'No cause' terminations remind renters 'they are at the whim' of landlords Topic #3: NZHerald 10th of April- Official Cash Rate (OCR) decision: No change, ‘very high threshold’ needed to justify hike Topic #4: Newshub 10th of April -Homeowners using savings to respond to major insurance premium hikes Topic #5: Corelogic 9th of April-N ..read more

“The Week in Review”  is where we talk about current events for the everyday investor and homebuyer. Watch the Youtube video Visit our website to register for our free events or book a free, no obligation meeting to learn how we can help. THIS WEEK IN REVIEW TOPICS: Topic #1: Interest.co.nz 2nd of April -The housing market is heading into winter with a shed load of unsold properties looking for buyers Topic #2: Good Returns 2nd of April -Clawbacks could sneak onto ComCom agenda Topic #3: Interest.co.nz 3rd of April- Zoning, housing regulations, and Kāinga Ora are all in the spotlight i ..read more

#TransparencyInFinance #propertyapprenticenz #bankingsector #FinancialInsights Join Debbie Roberts, Owner and Financial Advisor at Property Apprentice, as she delves into the Commerce Commission's draft report on New Zealand's personal banking sector. In this, episode, she explores the findings, recommendations for improvement, and dispels misconceptions about mortgage advisors. Gain insights into empowering consumers and embracing transparency in financial decision-making. REGISTER TO THE HOW TO SUCCE WITH PROPERTY INVESTING EVENT: https://www.propertyapprentice.co.nz/auckland-events/ Book a ..read more

“The Week in Review”  is where we talk about current events for the everyday investor and homebuyer. Watch the Youtube video Visit our website to register for our free events or book a free, no obligation meeting to learn how we can help. THIS WEEK IN REVIEW TOPICS: Topic #1: Good Returns 25th of March -ComCom accused of being out of touch with the reality of mortgage advice Topic #2: Oneroof 26th of March -Warning to first-home buyers as ANZ gives property investors a leg-up Topic #3: Stuff 25th of March- Will tax reform be Labour’s trump card in next general election? Topic #4: Onero ..read more

“The Week in Review”  is where we talk about current events for the everyday investor and homebuyer. Watch the Youtube video Visit our website to register for our free events or book a free, no obligation meeting to learn how we can help. THIS WEEK IN REVIEW TOPICS: Topic #1: NZ Herald 19th of March -Kāinga Ora crackdown: Greens decry ‘politics of punishment’, neighbours celebrate as Government moves on unruly tenants Topic #2: Oneroof 19th of March -When house sales turn toxic: Why real estate agents fire their vendors Topic #3: The Mortgage Mag 18th of March- Activating DTIs and lo ..read more

“The Week in Review”  is where we talk about current events for the everyday investor and homebuyer. Watch the Youtube video Visit our website to register for our free events or book a free, no obligation meeting to learn how we can help. THIS WEEK IN REVIEW TOPICS: Topic #1: Oneroof 11th of March - Interest rate relief: Has the Government opened the floodgates to property investors? Topic #2: Stuff 12th of March -How much does state housing really affect property values? Topic #3: NZ Herald 14th of March- Labour claimed 346 landlords owned 200+ properties, but official data can prove ..read more

“The Week in Review”  is where we talk about current events for the everyday investor and homebuyer. Watch the Youtube video Visit our website to register for our free events or book a free, no obligation meeting to learn how we can help. THIS WEEK IN REVIEW TOPICS: Topic #1: NZ Herald 5th of March - Auckland houses for sale flood market, hit 11-year peak Topic #2: Good Returns 7th of March -ANZ's Zollner: be careful what you wish for on house prices Topic #3: NZ Herald 7th of March- ‘Done and dusted’: More Kiwis believe housing market downturn is over despite sluggish market - ASB sur ..read more

Property Apprentice financial adviser and owner Debbie Roberts delves into the recent Reserve Bank announcement and its impact on interest rates across New Zealand. In this insightful discussion, Debbie explains the intricacies of the Official Cash Rate (OCR) and its role in shaping mortgage rates, alongside key economic indicators like inflation and employment figures. Discover why the Reserve Bank has chosen to maintain the status quo and explore the implications for future OCR adjustments. Gain valuable insights into debt-to-income ratios (DTIs) and their significance in maintaining stabil ..read more

“The Week in Review”  is where we talk about current events for the everyday investor and homebuyer. Watch the Youtube video Visit our website to register for our free events or book a free, no obligation meeting to learn how we can help. THIS WEEK IN REVIEW TOPICS:Topic #1: Newshub 28th of February - Sir John Key reveals his prediction for the housing market Topic #2: Good Returns 28th of February-BREAKING: OCR 5.50% - Monetary Policy remains restrictive Topic #3: Oneroof 25th of February-  ‘It’s not cheap money’: Why bridging loans are too much of a gamble for sellers right now ..read more