The year housing gets exciting again
After two years of quietly rebuilding, confidence, affordability and momentum return to New Zealand’s housing market – and 2026 is the year it finally shows, says Nerida Conisbee, Ray White Group Chief Economist.
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A breakthrough year for borrowers
Technology, competition, and smarter financial habits are reshaping the borrowing landscape, giving homeowners more choice, clarity and leverage in 2026, says Nicole Ferguson, Loan Market’s National Director.
A first-class rental era emerges
New Zealand’s rental market has entered 2026 with a level of stability, clarity and confidence not seen in years.
Kiwis step back onto firmer ground
Inflation is easing, borrowing power has improved, and real-world economic signals are turning positive.
Epic auction showcase sees 2026 auction market firing
Ray White Manukau, Manurewa, Mangere and Mangere Bridge have kicked off the year with a bang of the gavel, as more than $31 million in property was sold at their mega auction event One Summer Day, yesterday.
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.
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.
Ray White Now | August 2025
Fireworks will wait until November, as we cross into the second half of 2025, the performance of our residential property market continues to confound those seeking a dramatic recovery. While sales activity is up 17 per cent year-on-year, property prices have barely budged. It begs the question – how can … Read more
Ray White Now | July 2025
The market isn’t roaring, but it hums. Quietly. Persistently. What we’re seeing isn’t a comeback or collapse, it’s a recalibration in real-time. Not the dramatic kind that grabs headlines, but the kind that changes outcomes. CLICK HERE TO READ FULL REPORT Proudly presenting New Zealand property market insights in real … Read more
Ray White Now | June 2025
While some are waiting for the market to change, others have adjusted their position in the market, and currently, we’re seeing sellers reclaiming control. Following a challenging period for Kiwi households and the economy, marked by a recession, high borrowing costs and subdued sentiment, positive momentum is building. CLICK HERE … Read more
Ray White Now | March 2025
The residential property market is on the move again. Following a prolonged period of uncertainty, we’re seeing clear signs across the country of renewed activity. Buyers are returning, investors are re-engaging, and confidence is building. But this isn’t just a market shift, it’s an integral development for the broader economic … Read more
Ray White Now | November 2024
Our penultimate edition of Ray White Now in 2024 marks a distinct turning point for New Zealand’s housing market. Backdropped by dynamic local conditions and uncertainty in the global economy, the current real estate landscape presents opportunities for strategic decision-making. For sellers considering their options, understanding the trends driving buyer … Read more
Ray White Now | October 2024
We have now stepped into the final quarter of 2024, and New Zealand’s real estate landscape is riding an undercurrent of change, moulded by economic factors and the human behaviours that drive residential decision-making. CLICK HERE TO READ FULL REPORT Proudly presenting New Zealand property market insights in real time.
Ray White Now | September 2024
In the ebb and flow of economic cycles, certain changes stand out as defining moments that shape markets for years to come. Recent months have offered just such a turning point for New Zealand’s housing sector, driven by a series of small but meaningful economic events reframing the landscape for … Read more
Ray White Now | August 2024
In a market that’s been steadily anticipating change, the recent cut in the Official Cash Rate (OCR) by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) has confirmed what many in New Zealand’s property sector had already expected…read more in our latest Property Market Report. CLICK HERE TO READ FULL REPORT … Read more
Ray White Now | July 2024
Another Monetary Policy Statement (MPS) has passed with another stay in the Official Cash Rate (OCR) – which was kept unchanged for the eighth consecutive time at 5.50 per cent…..read more in our latest Property Market Report. CLICK HERE TO READ FULL REPORT Proudly presenting New Zealand property market insights … Read more
Ray White Now | June 2024
As we enter the second half of the year, Kiwis across the residential landscape suddenly find themselves on a very different playing field, marked by policy change that is set to shift the dial for several key buyer groups….read more in our latest Property Market Report. CLICK HERE TO READ … Read more
