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House prices have a much bigger impact on investment returns than changes in rents - Colliers study
27th Nov 15, 10:00am
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House prices have a much bigger impact on investment returns than changes in rents - Colliers study
IRD is targeting property speculators and cash jobs in the construction sector
24th Oct 15, 6:02am
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IRD is targeting property speculators and cash jobs in the construction sector
NZ Initiative's Bryce Wilkinson says it is bizarre that the Government does not have to assess the financial cost to Kiwis of declining an overseas bid for NZ assets
28th Sep 15, 9:25am
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NZ Initiative's Bryce Wilkinson says it is bizarre that the Government does not have to assess the financial cost to Kiwis of declining an overseas bid for NZ assets
Many investors believe Auckland house prices have peaked and are selling up to cash in their capital gains
23rd Sep 15, 10:31am
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Many investors believe Auckland house prices have peaked and are selling up to cash in their capital gains
Bernard Hickey asks why apparently rational investors borrowed over NZ$2 billion in 31 days to buy assets that make cash losses while very profitable businesses only borrowed NZ$12 million
6th Sep 15, 5:02am
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Bernard Hickey asks why apparently rational investors borrowed over NZ$2 billion in 31 days to buy assets that make cash losses while very profitable businesses only borrowed NZ$12 million
New listings way up but prices and the number of homes being sold dip slightly for Barfoot & Thompson
3rd Sep 15, 10:37am
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New listings way up but prices and the number of homes being sold dip slightly for Barfoot & Thompson
Bernard Hickey surveys a financial landscape full of morally hazardous trades based on 0% interest rates forever and finds inflation is the key
30th Aug 15, 5:01am
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Bernard Hickey surveys a financial landscape full of morally hazardous trades based on 0% interest rates forever and finds inflation is the key
Bernard Hickey asks why Aucklanders are so reluctant to let their Council borrow to invest when they themselves are borrowing and betting on Auckland's growth
23rd Aug 15, 6:55am
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Bernard Hickey asks why Aucklanders are so reluctant to let their Council borrow to invest when they themselves are borrowing and betting on Auckland's growth
The price of a pimped up apartment given a quick flick increases by $150,000 in three months
30th Jul 15, 4:30pm
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The price of a pimped up apartment given a quick flick increases by $150,000 in three months
A report by Knight Frank says speculators chasing capital gains are outbidding owner-occupiers for homes in Auckland
29th Jul 15, 3:21pm
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A report by Knight Frank says speculators chasing capital gains are outbidding owner-occupiers for homes in Auckland
Geoff Simmons says Labour's solution to the 'crisis' they have identified is based on incorrect analysis with solutions that are unlikely to work
16th Jul 15, 11:07am
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Geoff Simmons says Labour's solution to the 'crisis' they have identified is based on incorrect analysis with solutions that are unlikely to work
Olly Newland responds to 'Generation Rent' crisis, calling for the govt to incentivise rental property investors to get life-long tenants
8th Jun 15, 2:45pm
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Olly Newland responds to 'Generation Rent' crisis, calling for the govt to incentivise rental property investors to get life-long tenants
Terry Baucher says the Government's new property tax moves may introduce more confusion to an already confused landscape
18th May 15, 11:29am
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Terry Baucher says the Government's new property tax moves may introduce more confusion to an already confused landscape
Terry Baucher says the IRD is keenly targeting cash gains made on property investments - and is likely to get more help from the Government
28th Apr 15, 1:12pm
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Terry Baucher says the IRD is keenly targeting cash gains made on property investments - and is likely to get more help from the Government
Geoff Simmons says the RBNZ is throwing another pail of water on the house price inferno because John Key won't act
13th Mar 15, 7:00am
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Geoff Simmons says the RBNZ is throwing another pail of water on the house price inferno because John Key won't act
Terry Baucher says the financial arrangements regime means a falling dollar might mean rising tax
13th Nov 14, 8:52am
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Terry Baucher says the financial arrangements regime means a falling dollar might mean rising tax
Westpac says investors need capital gains to justify buying rental properties
14th Oct 14, 5:00am
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Westpac says investors need capital gains to justify buying rental properties
Bernard Hickey argues the inflation fall over the last 30 years created a half a trillion dollar windfall for a generation of property owners. He says a land tax would help give the new landless generations a leg up
27th Jul 14, 7:47am
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Bernard Hickey argues the inflation fall over the last 30 years created a half a trillion dollar windfall for a generation of property owners. He says a land tax would help give the new landless generations a leg up
Bernard Hickey does the numbers on investing in residential rental property, and is amazed at the 'sure thing' returns on offer, especially in Auckland
25th Nov 12, 10:01am
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Bernard Hickey does the numbers on investing in residential rental property, and is amazed at the 'sure thing' returns on offer, especially in Auckland
Gareth Morgan responds to the critics of his five-point plan for housing. Your view?
8th Nov 12, 10:48am
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Gareth Morgan responds to the critics of his five-point plan for housing. Your view?
When do residential rental activities amount to a business? A recent ruling shows owning as few as five residential rental properties will change your tax status significantly
5th Oct 12, 7:46am
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When do residential rental activities amount to a business? A recent ruling shows owning as few as five residential rental properties will change your tax status significantly
Tax man could pour cold water on Block TV show winners' party and profits. Terry Baucher says those looking to make a quick buck on a 'do up job' should take heed.
14th Sep 12, 12:00pm
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Tax man could pour cold water on Block TV show winners' party and profits. Terry Baucher says those looking to make a quick buck on a 'do up job' should take heed.
A comprehensive tax on capital would put a lid on housing speculation, says Gareth Morgan. Your view?
1st Feb 12, 12:05am
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A comprehensive tax on capital would put a lid on housing speculation, says Gareth Morgan. Your view?
Freedom in economics needs to be strategically curbed by regulation and supported by effective redistribution, says Gareth Morgan. Your view?
14th Dec 11, 12:06am
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Freedom in economics needs to be strategically curbed by regulation and supported by effective redistribution, says Gareth Morgan. Your view?
Let's agree on a minimum income every adult should have for a dignified life and then see what flows from that, says Gareth Morgan. Your view?
16th Nov 11, 12:05am
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Let's agree on a minimum income every adult should have for a dignified life and then see what flows from that, says Gareth Morgan. Your view?