What you need to know about property investment in New Zealand
With rolling green hills, glaciers, and glow worms, Aotearoa (or the land of the long white cloud) is home to more than just the All Blacks and The Lord of the Rings. It’s home to a real estate market where (in general) property prices double every 10-12 years, making it a hot spot for investorsRead more
Autumn home maintenance tips
From cleaning gutters and sealing drafts to servicing heating systems and checking smoke alarms, small seasonal maintenance tasks can make a big difference to your home’s comfort, function, and future condition, as we weather the cooler months. Get prepped for the shift to autumn with these 10-home maintenance and makeover essentials. As autumn approaches, we’reRead more
Looking back at home renovation trends from 2024 and forward to 2025
It’s time to reflect on the year’s top home renovation trends and gaze into our crystal ball for the year ahead. And whether you’re planning on selling or staying in 2025, there’s no better time to start planning renovations that hero functionality, aesthetics, sustainability, and wellbeing. It’s time to reflect on what made 2024 significantRead more
9 Festive food and drink favourites to enjoy in the sun
While snowy scenes and cosy fires define the holiday for many, down under, we’re enjoying Christmas with a side of sunshine, BBQs, and plenty of outdoor fun. Isn’t it time we swapped out the roast turkey and traditional Christmas pud with a menu more fitting? We’ve rounded up ten favourite festive foods and drinks toRead more
Big Smoke or Big on Lifestyle? Benefits of Rural Living
Is moving rurally an itch you’d like to scratch? From better work-life balance and a lower cost of living to improved overall wellbeing and much more, here, we’ve rounded up the biggest benefits you can expect from a shift to rural New Zealand. Metropolitan living comes hand in hand with hustle and bustle – vibrantRead more
Find your fit – how to choose the best local real estate agent
Buying or selling a home might seem simple: you want the best possible results, maximum transparency, and minimal stress. But can you have it all? We guide you through four crucial steps for finding the right local real estate agent. Buying or selling a home is a big deal; it’s often one of the mostRead more
Our Guide to creating the perfect at-home Gym set-up
Is just getting to the gym the hardest part of your workout? The solution could lie within the four walls of your own home. We look at the benefits of creating a home gym set-up, how to create one, and the essential pieces of equipment to get started We all know we should be hittingRead more
Beekeeping for Beginners
Have you ever dreamed of bringing the buzz to your backyard with your very own thriving hive? Whether you’re looking to support your local honeybee populations, are fascinated by these pint-sized pollinators or simply love the thought of producing your own honey, there’s a lot to learn about keeping your own bees. Wing your wayRead more
Tips to secure your children’s financial future through property!
Getting on the property ladder is hard. In fact, for many of our younger generations, it seems like a pipe dream. Here, we look at how investment decisions you, as a parent, make now will assist them in years to come and what you can do to support your children in building a solid financialRead more
Tips to Live More Sustainably This Winter – Save Energy and Your Money!
Are you feeling the chill, the pinch, and the weight of environmental issues on your shoulders? We have nine money-saving and energy-saving tips to help you keep warm this winter. You might be a pro at remembering your reusable coffee cup, diligent at separating your waste, and may even drive an electric vehicle, which makesRead more
10 cosy and chic styling updates for your home!
It’s time to stow those linen throws, wave goodbye to cool neutral interiors and hunker down for some Hygge winter vibes. Read on for 10 cosy and chic styling updates to turn up the heat in your home this winter. Whether you’re reaching for the cocooning comfort of your Oodie or zipping up your epicRead more
DIY Tips for Home Staging
From good old-fashioned decluttering to new décor accentuating your home’s best features, staging your house for sale can help create an irresistible first impression for buyers. And it doesn’t have to be costly. Here are 8 DIY home staging tips. What started as simple advice from real estate agents to spring clean and keep yourRead more