New ZealandGen Y locked out of homesA large part of Generation Y might have to wait until they receive an inheritance before they can buy a house, a property commentator says.23 Sep 05:00 PM
ConstructionLoan-rule shift spurs boom in new homesAn increasing number of Aucklanders are looking at getting 80 per cent-plus mortgages to build homes in the south and west.04 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandRise of the 30-year home loansThousands of Kiwis desperate to get on the property ladder are signing up to 30-year mortgages - but many are saddling themselves with a lifetime of debt.29 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandIncreasing payments cuts years offDavid Hamilton and his fiancee Lyna Pen are in their 20s but hope to be mortgage-free within 10 years.29 Aug 05:00 PM
BusinessMillion-dollar US home loans surgeBanks are handing out mortgages of as much as $10 million to the wealthy in record numbers while first-time homebuyers struggle to get loans.30 Jul 02:46 AM
Banking and financeThe truth about house pricesHouse prices are up, home ownership is down. We all know the story, but what's really going on in real estate?17 Jul 08:02 PM
Banking and financeBeware of reverse mortgagesReverse equity mortgages are increasingly tempting to retired Aucklanders who have houses soaring in value, but little cash.28 Jun 08:59 PM
Banking and financeHouse slump biggest risk to recoverySharp slowdowns in the Auckland housing market or in China are the main risks the NZIER sees to a recovery which is accelerating and broadening.27 May 12:00 AM
Official Cash RateSupport for capital gains taxA capital gains tax would reduce the price it is rational for an investor to pay for a property by as much as 23 per cent, Westpac economists say.19 May 05:30 PM
OpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: Labour's plan looks goodThe first impression of the Labour Party's "monetary policy upgrade" is that it looks good, writes Brian Fallow, managing to look both conservative and progressive.28 Apr 10:59 PM
New ZealandKiwis rush to fix their loansHomeowners are rushing to fix their mortgage interest rates after the second cash rate increase in as many months.26 Apr 04:15 PM
New ZealandRates rise, but this time we're readyHomeowners are bracing for another rise in mortgage interest rates but experts say most are prepared with better spending habits and contingency plans.24 Apr 04:15 PM
OpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: Four reasons not to panic about a property bubbleHere are some reasons not to embrace the view of economic analyst Jesse Colombo that NZ is hurtling towards crisis.21 Apr 11:59 PM
Economy'Bubble about to burst'Auckland's sizzling property market could bring New Zealand's economy crashing down, a global economic expert warns.19 Apr 04:15 PM
OpinionBernard HickeyBernard Hickey: Key's election strategy plays on voters' mortgage fearsPM John Key knows homeowners in the electorally crucial mortgage belts of Auckland are nervous about rising mortgage rates, writes Bernard Hickey.05 Apr 04:15 PM
New ZealandGuide to the best mortgage ratesHomeowners could save more than $90,000 over the life of their mortgages by shopping around, according to an analysis of 95 floating home loans.02 Apr 03:15 PM
OpinionDamien Grant: Few certainties in the world of economicsShould you fix your mortgage? This is an important question and if I knew the answer I would tell you, writes Damien Grant.22 Mar 03:15 PM
Banking and financeHeat on mortgage holdersHomeowners are being warned to prepare for harder times as the days of low interest rates come to an end.13 Mar 04:30 PM
Official Cash RateLoans plan impact low: economistThe impact of the Reserve Bank's curbs on mortgage lending at high loan-to-value ratios (LVRs) on the housing market has been pretty modest so far.05 Mar 04:30 PM
Banking and financeMortgage poser loomingInterest rates are likely to rise - so what should you do with your home loan?01 Mar 04:30 PM
PropertyBuy a bach and bank on rentBaches in some parts of the country can command enough rent in one month over summer to cover half the year's mortgage repayments.26 Jan 02:24 AM
Banking and financeBanks 'stress-testing' mortgagorsMajor banks are "stress-testing" mortgage borrowers to ensure they will be able to meet repayments when higher interest rates hit.22 Jan 04:30 PM
Banking and financeBank ignites new mortgage warThe latest deal from a New Zealand bank to lure in new customers with "free" money and zero fees comes with a warning tag from financial experts.20 Jan 04:30 PM
BusinessMajor banks yet to spell out changes in lendingBanks are still finalising how they will deal with the Reserve Bank's exemption for home-building loans.19 Jan 04:30 PM
BusinessHousing surge makes Aust rate cut unlikelyRising home loan approvals are another sign that the Australian housing recovery is in full swing, making another cash rate cut unlikely.13 Jan 04:30 PM
Banking and financeBanks eye low-deposit loansBanks are showing more interest in making low-deposit home loans after cutting back hard before Christmas, but it is mainly investors who are taking advantage.08 Jan 04:30 PM
