Tougher lending rules keeping many out of the market, with higher test rates a worry.

Stunning house featured on Grand Designs NZ.

The five things you need to know about the housing market this week.

Jess Britten's sister broke records last year. Will Jess do the same with her own reno?

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With sales volumes falling and prices heading south, some are blaming market commentators.

House prices are falling, but Kiwis shouldn't expect any drops in rents, say experts

Sudden change in policy on new builds could leave Kiwis exposed, advisers warn.

"We had people from Auckland, Tauranga, Rotorua, Nelson, Wellington and Wanaka looking."

Due to open soon, the development is the logical choice for its location, design and size.

Surprising property goes to auction at the end of the month.

Agents say city still best value for money.

Aucklanders and Australians are swarming to Queenstown for second homes.

Future rental hikes likely to eclipse the big rises renters have seen over last few years.

It all comes down to three important elements: variety, balance and layering.

Drury to grow from a small, semi-rural town south of Auckland, into a new satellite city.

Older homeowners are downsizing and young families are moving in.

When Yvette Buttery bought her home, she assumed she couldn't go wrong with brick.

Would property values have surged without the interest rate cut and removal of LVRs?

The beauty retailer already has three stores in Auckland.

Smart buyers can find ways to get onto the property ladder for less.