At Harcourts Otago, we have one objective: to achieve the best possible sale result whilst offering outstanding service.
Sharing our knowledge and expertise is one way we can be sure we’re providing great service – and that’s where our blog comes in.
Enjoy the latest property news, tips and advice straight from Harcourts Otago.
KiwiSaver is a work-based savings initiative where regular contributions are made from your pay and employer. Designed to be a hassle-free way to save for your retirement, you may also be able to withdraw your savings to put towards purchasing your first home. The rules and regulations regarding KiwiSaver were changed this year, so stay […]
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Buying off-the-plans is sometimes portrayed as a ‘risky’ investment but buying before the property has been built can hold many benefits from financial gains to peace of mind. Here are our top five benefits of buying off the plan: You get your pick of the properties! Buying off the plans means more selection as […]
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Our latest Harcourts Otago Market Report is out now. We discuss the factors influencing the property market and our outlook for the rest of 2018 for Otago.
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Reader’s Digest has announced its Most Trusted brands for 2018, and Harcourts, New Zealand’s largest real estate brand has come out on top. Meaning that for the sixth consecutive year, New Zealanders have voted Harcourts their Most Trusted real estate brand and making Harcourts the only real estate brand to have held this honour for this […]
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Auctions are popular with both vendors and buyers. For buyers, it provides more transparency to the value of the home and the competition you’re facing. For some, they can be daunting but auctions provide many benefits and will have agents present to offer advice when needed. Here are a few tips on how to succeed […]
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The winter months are almost upon us, it’s time to start thinking about keeping your home and family warm throughout the season. Most will have heating options throughout their homes but is the heat escaping from the gap under the door or is your sofa staying toasty while you’re left shivering? Here are our top […]
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As the millennial generation step on to the property ladder, we see different trends emerging and more caution being taken when buying first homes. Deemed by some as the ‘pickiest home buyers’, Generation Y are turning the tides of real estate. Where generations before had limited resources when buying property and considered their first purchase […]
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Landlords are now obligated to provide warmer, drier and safer homes for their tenants. Any new, replacement or top-up insulation installed after 1 July 2016 in a rental home must meet the regulations that will apply to all rental homes from 1 July 2019. A landlord who fails to comply with the regulations is committing […]
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Paving the way, Harcourts use of technology allows for an easier and more informative selling experience for clients. One of our many technological improvements, client login, is a portal which gives clients 24 hour access to everything they need to know about what is happening with the sale of their property. This tool allows exclusive […]
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A memorable piece of New Zealand TV history has hit the market, this enchanting Stone Street residence provided a faultless setting for winners Chris and Bex’s ‘Instant Restaurant’, Aspiring Fare. While most would think the extraordinary mountain and lake views would captivate the cooks, their dishes were testament to the charm the interior also holds. […]
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