Nearly 80 properties head to auction on the North Shore
The sound of gavels falling is set to ring out across the North Shore on February 3, as eight Ray White offices come together for the fifth installment of auction extravaganza The Event.
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50+ auctions set the tone for 2026 property market
Ray White Manukau, Manurewa, Mangere and Mangere Bridge are setting the tone for auctions in 2026, kicking off the year with their mega auction event, One Summer Day.
Ray White expands Waikato footprint with new Morrinsville office
Ray White has strengthened its presence across the Waikato with the opening of Ray White Morrinsville, led by established business owner Mark Keesom.
‘Weka Workshop’ seeks new owners after 25 creative years
A much-loved Kaituna property that’s been a haven for creativity, craftsmanship, and native wildlife is looking for new owners after 25 years.
Auction event helps buyers and sellers transact before holidays
Ray White Manukau, Manurewa, Mangere and Mangere Bridge saw huge success for their last The Day auction showcase of the year, with $13.8 million in property sold under the hammer.
Concierge powers a seamless client experience
When Ray White launched its brand campaign ‘we bring the whole team’, it was a statement of intent.
Blue house, green house, coastal dream house
If you’re looking for a slice of paradise, where sunshine is guaranteed, then this rare beachfront holding is the property you need.
Auctions showcase strong demand across all property types
Ray White Whangarei saw 16 properties go under the hammer yesterday, recording a 47 per cent clearance rate.
RBNZ delivers cautious 0.25 per cent cut
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has lowered the Official Cash Rate by 25 basis points to 2.25 per cent, a move which experts say reflects a clear softening in economic conditions.
Auction metrics hold steady as spring selling season wraps up
Ray White New Zealand scheduled 254 auctions last week, with volume remaining strong during the last weeks of spring.
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A Better Understanding Of Property Insurance
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New GV’s – March 2022
What you need to know Patiently awaited, the latest Government Valuations have been recently released in the last fortnight, being the first review in over 4 years. Normally a 3 yearly cycle, all the G.V’s have been delayed due to Covid-19 and should have been updated as of 1st June … Read more
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Action at the Coal-Face
Who would have thought that I would be writing this market insights blog two weeks into a COVID-19 Level 4 lockdown ! Looking around the world, no matter what your political leaning is, thank goodness we are not experiencing the extent of Delta outbreak that many other countries are fighting. … Read more
How to Know When You’re Ready to Buy a Home
Here at Lochore’s Real Estate, we’ve been operating as real estate agents in the lower North Shore for decades, so we’ve seen a lot of people take their first step into home ownership over the years. We understand; it’s a big decision, involving a complicated marketplace, and what’s likely to … Read more
Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2020: A Guide
The New Zealand government recently passed the biggest changes in Tenancy legislation in 35 years, outlined in the Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2020. Here at Lochore’s Real Estate, we keep up to date with all things residential property and care about our clients’ investments, which is why our Auckland property … Read more
The Best Ways to Add Value to Your Property
Any improvements to your house that cost less than the value they add are worth the money, but which improvements yield the best returns? As one of North Shore’s leading real estate companies, we here at Lochore’s understand the factors that are likely to optimise the value of your home. … Read more
Time to Look Again at Beach Haven & Birkenhead Properties
Contrary to popular belief, Auckland’s North Shore real estate properties aren’t all expensive bay-side villas and costly waterfront homes. In reality, it’s home to some of the best value properties in Auckland, particularly for for first-home buyers—you only need to know where to look! We are, of course, talking about … Read more
