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| Lyall Russell | 5 mins
Lifestyle living: what every new block owner should know
Practical advice for new lifestyle block owners, covering fencing, water, stock, pasture management, and how to enjoy rural living with confidence.
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| Lyall Russell | 5 mins
Thinking about buying a lifestyle block? Start with these smart considerations
Considering a lifestyle block? Learn what to check before you buy, from land size and location to finance, zoning and long-term plans.
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| Lyall Russell | 5 mins
A subdued start to the year, with pockets of resilience
January 2026 New Zealand property market update using the latest Cotality data, with insights from LJ Hooker Head of Research Mathew Tiller on prices, buyer behaviour and outlook.
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| Lyall Russell | 4 mins
Your guide to buying and moving before Christmas
Buying before Christmas is possible with the right plan. Get tips on timing, finance, and how to make your move stress-free this summer.
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How to Best Negotiate a Private Treaty Sale
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| Lyall Russell | 5 mins
Navigating how to make an offer on a home
Learn how to make a confident and informed offer on a property in New Zealand. From finance pre-approval to conditions, inspections, and negotiations – here's your step-by-step guide to buying a home.
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| Lyall Russell | 4 mins
How Kiwi Families Are Redefining Home Life in 2025
New research reveals how Kiwi families are rethinking home life, prioritising personal space, embracing traditional design, and reshaping community preferences.
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| Lyall Russell | 3 mins
How Kiwis Are Changing the Way They Buy and Sell Property
Discover how Kiwis are innovating in property buying and selling, balancing affordability challenges with new methods like co-ownership and digital platforms, while valuing expert guidance.
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| Lyall Russell | 3 mins
Kiwis Still Dream of Homeownership Despite Market Challenges
Despite rising property prices, Kiwis remain committed to homeownership. Discover key insights from an LJ Hooker survey on buyer priorities, affordability challenges, and must-have home features.
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How to Prepare Your Home for Santa’s Visit
| Lyall Russell | 6 mins
Beyond the Address: How Location Impacts Your Home and Lifestyle
Understand how location impacts your home and lifestyle, and discover key factors that make a neighborhood desirable for buyers in New Zealand.
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How to Prepare Your Home for Santa’s Visit
| Lyall Russell | 6 mins
Multigenerational Living: Finding the Right Property
Considering a new property manager? Learn when and why to switch for better communication, effective rent collection, timely maintenance, and transparent management. Discover how LJ Hooker can help.
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