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LJ Hooker is New Zealand's most iconic real estate brand and with more than 90 years experience, we've been successfully helping people with their property investments for generations. We have an extensive library of articles, checklists, ebooks and online tools to help you find answers to all of your questions.

Our latest news and insights

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How to screen tenants for your New Zealand rental property
Choosing the right tenant is key to protecting your rental investment. Learn how to screen tenants effectively in New Zealand with expert tips from LJ Hooker property managers.
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17 smart ways to increase your rental property income in New Zealand
Maximise your rental returns with these 17 smart strategies tailored for New Zealand landlords — from cost-effective upgrades to market insights and tenant appeal tips.
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| Lyall Russell | 5 mins
Stability now, momentum building for spring
New Zealand's property market stabilises with modest value growth and shifting buyer behaviour, setting the stage for potential momentum in spring.
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15 key benefits of hiring a property management company
Tired of the stress? Discover how a property manager can save you time, handle the hassle, and make property investment easier and more rewarding.
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How to ensure your rental property meets the healthy homes standards
A comprehensive guide to help landlords comply with the Healthy Homes Standards by the looming July 2025 deadline, ensuring warmer, drier, and healthier homes for tenants.
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How to Best Negotiate a Private Treaty Sale
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Selling a Rental Property with Tenants in New Zealand
Learn what happens when selling a rental property with tenants in New Zealand. Understand your rights, obligations, and benefits as a tenant during the selling process.
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Investment guides for your State or Territory

Buying property as an investment differs from being an owner occupier in a lot of fundamental, important ways and each State and Territory across Australia has different laws you need to be aware of.

To help you we have compiled the following in-depth property investing guides for each State and Territory.  We look at the different types of property investing, the options you have for financing it, how and where to find the right property.  We look at the specific taxes you will need to pay in each state an highlight what you need to consider when it comes to managing your property.

Our local property management team are experts in this area and would be delighted to discuss any questions you have.

Select your State or Territory and get up to speed on all you need to know about property investment. 

Checklists, eBooks and FAQs

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Essential Apartment Inspection Checklist
Discover the best way to thoroughly inspect an apartment, perfect for those inspecting a property for sale in person or remotely.
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Open House Inspection Checklist
Our open house inspection checklist is your ultimate evaluation tool. This handy checklist will guide you through what to look for in each room and space of the property you are inspecting to help you determine if this is the home for you.
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Real Estate Glossary
We have prepared this complete list of real estate terms to help you make sense of the jargon and to help you with your research. 
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Investing in Real Estate
Investing in Real Estate
Buying property as an investment comes with a whole host of unique considerations, and you’ll want to ensure you take them all into account before you make your purchase.
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Property Investing Frequently Asked Questions
Property Investing Frequently Asked Questions
Benefit from over 90 years experience in property investing. Access answers to frequently asked questions to help you on your real estate investment journey.
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Managing Your Property with LJ Hooker
Managing Your Property with LJ Hooker
Our highly skilled property management and buying agency teams are here to help you. From helping you to define your investment goals, property wish list and identifying the right property, through to finding the best tenants, managing your property on a day to day basis and striving to maximise your investment returns.
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