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In many offices, the conversation around growth starts with the same question. How do we get more listings? But listings are rarely the first battle. Appraisals are.

The New Zealand real estate sector is observing a notable shift in the operational strategies defining agent success. The emphasis is moving from sheer volume of activity to the strategic application of resources and technology. This evolution suggests that future market leaders will be distinguished by their intelligent application of systems, rather than simply their capacity for extended work hours.

LJ Hooker has welcomed changes to methamphetamine regulations, describing them as a positive step forward in providing much-needed clarity and consistency for the rental sector.

It’s more important than ever for real estate agents to understand where people are paying attention. These days, buyers aren’t always spending hours searching on major portals for their next property, instead they’re scrolling through social media at various periods throughout their day.

Every market creates two types of agents. Those who pause and hope conditions improve, and those who use the moment to get ahead. The gap between the two groups is rarely talent. It is usually behaviour. When enquiry softens, listings tighten or headlines become uncertain, many agents slip into holding patterns. They tell themselves they will ramp things up when spring arrives, when rates change, when stock returns, when buyers feel more confident. But the strongest operators

When Eneka Burroughs Eneka Burroughs, Sales Executive of Ray White Morris and Co  was tagged in a Facebook casting call for someone “148cm and fat” she never thought she would end up the body double for British-Australian film and TV star Miriam Margolyes in the new film Holy Days.

The decision by the Reserve Bank of New Zealand to leave the Official Cash Rate unchanged at 2.25% is expected to support a steady and stable trajectory for New Zealand’s housing market.

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has held the Official Cash Rate at 2.25 per cent. Inflation currently sits at 3.1 per cent, at the top of the 1 to 3 per cent target band.  With the outbreak of conflict in the Middle East pushing global oil prices higher, Ray WhiteGroup economist Atom Go Tian said inflation was expected to rise further above the band in the near term before easing as the shock passes.

One Agency Select Realty has continued its upward trajectory in Porirua City, opening a second office in Plimmerton Village in mid-January and re-introducing an expanded property management offering as part of its next phase of growth.

Inspired by the Firefighters Annual Calendar where muscled firefighters pose shirtless with hoses, helmets and axes, and sometimes fluffy animals, we are proud to announce the forth coming Realtors Calander. The new calendar will feature 12 Real Estate professionals posing with tastefully placed ‘For Sale’ signs, ‘Sold!’ stickers and for the more adventurous, Auctioneers gravels.

New Zealand’s cities are changing quickly. Higher density housing, planning reform and changing household needs are reshaping the way many suburbs look and function. But as that happens, we need to keep asking a simple question, are we creating places that people actually want to live in?

A new regional rental affordability report released by Property Brokers and property research firm The Property Knowledge shows signs of improving rental affordability across New Zealand but warns that significant regional disparities remain.

The RISE Initiative has strengthened its national leadership footprint with the appointment of three prominent figures from across the real estate sector, signalling a continued push to embed mental wellness at the core of industry culture.

Harcourts is proud to announce the launch of a bespoke LinkedIn Masterclass. Designed exclusively for Harcourts Business Owners and Lead Agents, this first-of-its-kind training initiative sets a new standard for professional development within the real estate industry.

Ray White Mission Bay is entering a new chapter, with Ray White Eastern Group business owner Anton Huang joining forces with business owner Wayne Maguire. 

In a world where networking is often polished, performative and transactional, Australian real estate identity Dana Walton is taking a different approach, one built around authenticity, honesty and genuine human connection.

Days like this matter because they challenge complacency. Real estate is built on momentum.

Property Brokers’ 2026 Bid Day Out campaign has delivered more than $70 million in confirmed property sales, with 102 properties sold under the hammer nationwide and a further 32 now under contract following auction day.

New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty (NZSIR) managing director Mark Harris says the individuals are now on the ground and active in the luxury market.

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Ray White Tauranga’s latest Bay of Plenty auction event saw 42 properties going under the hammer, strong buyer turnout, and - for those keeping count - a remarkable 266 Mr Whippy ice creams consumed.

Following a landmark year of expansion, One Agency is demonstrating sustained momentum with a record start to 2026. The international network is set to welcome 10 new offices and members across Australia in the first quarter of the year, building on the significant growth achieved in 2025. 

Harcourts has unveiled Harcourts Predict, the latest in its exclusive suite of technology solutions designed to help agents unlock opportunity from within their own databases.

Global real estate leader targets 5% market share growth across all markets over the next three to five years Harcourts, a global real estate leader with operations spanning eleven countries, has announced its strategic theme for 2026: One Team: +5.