Written by Kelvin Collins with 25 years of real estate experience in the Otago region. Coronavirus 19 impact on Otago Property Market In the past the property market has continued to perform during a downturn in tourism which we saw with SARS and 9/11 in the early 2000’s. However financial instability will have an […]
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With the COVID-19 lock-down eliminating physical contact with those who are not in your “bubble”, there is a growing reliance now more than ever on digital capabilities. At Harcourts Otago we are fortunate to have a robust IT system across our six offices which allows our entire team to work remotely, in this case from […]
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If you’ve decided to sell your home, you’ve now got another huge decision on your hands: which method of sale to choose. Auctions have become the preferred method of selling property in most areas across the country. Auction is a very popular method of sale in New Zealand because it helps you achieve the highest […]
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After a day of sight-seeing, visiting family or climbing Roy’s Peak, Wanaka offers a great selection of restaurants, cafes and bars scattered around the town. If you’ve just moved to Wanaka or are thinking about making the move, here are some dining places the locals like to eat and say you can’t miss whilst in […]
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Enter our spooky Halloween colouring competition- Just print out the image below, put your creative cap on and let the fun begin! To enter simply can or photograph your entry and post to Harcourts Wanaka Facebook page by 31st October 2019. Winners will be announced on the 1st November 2019 on the Wanaka Facebook page. […]
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In search of your first or second home-sweet-home you may come across some unfamiliar terms, a common group is the types of property ownership. You’ve got all the tools under your belt such as a deposit, a willing lender and a budget but there is something else to think about when it comes to making […]
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Buying a section can be a complex process as there are many things that need to be taken into consideration. There are some obvious factors such as taking an expert with you, taking your builder or architect to have a look which will help with your house plans. But there are some simple things you […]
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As daunting as it may sound initially, a passion for helping others achieve their dreams and a driven personality make up the foundation for a successful real estate agent. In addition to personality factors, there is also a learning component in becoming an agent. To get started you don’t need to have previous experience […]
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