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Case Study: The Portfolio Plan
It's not just about finding a deal, to truly grow as an investor you need to plan towards your end portfolio and work with people who can help you move towards that vision. iFindProperty has a service that achieves that for clients, and we are excited to share it with you today. Read More…
What to do when you are not buying property
With credit tight, tax rules unfair, weather events happening far to often, and an election coming up, many investors are choosing to sit on the sidelines. There are still a ton of things you can do to review and improve your portfolio, make sure your structure and insurance is OK, increase your knowledge, or yes, even make a deal happen that you would otherwise have not thought to look for. Read More…
Introduction to Commercial Property
Watch the video of Peter Ambrose's introduction to commercial property for new investors. Pete shares what investors need to pay attention to and showcases two case studies of commerical property purchases. Read More…
Commercial Property Case Study
iFindCommercial! We recently helped a new investor who had sold his business buy into two great commercial investments. In this case study we talk about the education, search and buying process we followed. Read More…
Part 2: An amateur property investor's guide to navigating inflation
In part 2, we look at strategies to navigate through, and ultimately profit from inflationary periods. Read More…
Part 1: An amateur property investor's guide to navigating inflation
Inflation is back, politicians are fighting about it, interest rates are up, the tax rules are changing, there is war in Europe and we are still in a pandemic. The headlines remind you daily that There is Lots to Worry About. How can you possibly invest through all this? Nick shares his plan. Read More…
Does your portfolio need a review and redirection? Nick Gentle looks at alternative investment scenarios and their merits. Read More…
PRETTY HOUSES ARE FOR HOME BUYERS
In this tight market look for that deal that no one else wants, the listing that’s the oldest, advises Maree Tassell. Read More…
Nick Gentle shares his two-step winning formula for continued investment success. Read More…
Cashflow Positive Case Study in Wellington
Our Wellington expert, Pete, recently sourced and then project managed the renovation of a project in Wellington. Read more about how he found the unique deal for his clients and helped them from beginning to end to achieve their investment portfolio goals. Read More…
Dean Horo explains why being a residential property investor in these times is like being a high performance athlete preparing to compete. Read More…
Instant equity and cashflow positive
Kara talks us through a recent property purchase in Rotorua for clients of our Premium Buyers Service. The property is now rented through iRentProperty for a 5.8% yield. Read More…
Nick Gentle gives his top tips for investors on overcoming the Government’s recent policy changes. Read More…
Case Study: purchase from iFindProperty Hotlist
There are perks to being on our hotlist! Read about how Dean has managed to make both his client and the vendor happy. Read More…
Even the professionals make mistakes sometimes, Maree Tassell with a cautionary tale. Read More…
Working your investment plan around the current high LVRs. Read More…
What the new announcement means for investors
The government made a significant housing announcement, in the hope to be seen to be doing more about the runaway housing market. Anthony Appleton-Tattersall explains what this might mean for investors. Read More…
What really matters when buying an investment property?
When you start to invest there are a lot of factors to consider. It is only with experience or guidance that investors understand what aspects of a purchase are crucial, what is simply logistics and what can be safely ignored or outsourced. Read More…
Nick Gentle explains it’s certain traits that successful investors have, rather than strategies, that make them a success. Read More…
Land a hot deal in a hot market
It’s still possible to land a deal in this market, writes Suzanne Taylor, but there’s some key things to know before you hit the open homes. Read More…
Taking on projects in an upward market
Looking to add a minor dwelling to increase value and achieve higher returns? Palmerston North agent, Simon Tavendale shares a recent success story. Read more... Read More…
Nick has purchased five times since lockdown, here he shares details of his latest investments and explains why investors shouldn’t despair. Read More…
How to Generate Passive Income and Retire Early with Property
Over time, property investors can build up high levels of passive income and become "financially free". This article teaches how to visualise an early retirement and plan the property portfolio you need to achieve it. Read More…
Covid-19 Update + Wellington Focus
Nick, Peter and Suzanne hopped on a Webinar to discuss recent happenings with property and Covid-19 as the country prepares to exit level 4. We then dove into the Wellington market and look forward to see what life holds for the capital. Read More…
Property Investment in a Crisis
On April 6 I spoke with other experienced investors about their reaction to the unfolding Covid-19 crisis. The speakers on this call have invested through past downturns and offer invaluable experience. Read More…
Rotorua from the property trenches: Covid-19 edition
The recent escalation of COVID-19 is having a profound effect on the tourism industry in Rotorua as well as around the country. The
increasingly imminent shutdown of most hospitality businesses in New Zealand means will be the loss of many hundreds of thousands of jobs in
the short term.
I’m sure there will be two groups of investors out there; one will be excited the other terrified and worried.
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Auckland Market Update March 2020
House prices on the move. Low interest rates appealing for all property buyers. Strategies on increasing cashflow and or building equity. Read More…
NZ Economy & Housing Market with Tony Alexander
Tony was a guest speaker at the New Zealand Property Investors Federation Conference 2019 which was held in Rotorua. This is a summary of
what he spoke about which has been provided by him
Tony Alexander's Aim
To help Kiwis make better decisions for their businesses, investments, home purchases, and people by writing in an easy to understand
manner.
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Hawkes Bay Market Update - August 2019
Hawkes Bay is continuing to experience steady growth with an increasing demand for rental properties. Read More…