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Setting an asking price can feel straightforward however in reality, getting this right at the beginning matters more than you think. Price too high and you may limit buyer interest. Price too low and you may not position your property in a way that reflects its value. Choosing the right pricing strategy from the outset can help attract the right buyers and put you in a stronger position when it's time to negotiate.

When a property sells in your neighbourhood, it can reveal more than the value of one home. It can provide useful insight into buyer demand, current market conditions and, importantly, how many buyers may still be looking for a property like yours. Every successful sale has one buyer, but there are often others who miss out. They may have attended open homes, requested information, inspected the property or submitted an offer without securing the home. If you have been thinking about selling, the period following a nearby sale could present an opportunity to bring your property to market...

The Bay of Plenty property market remained active throughout August, with buyers and sellers continuing to transact when the right property met the market at the right price.

When selling your property, it is easy to think the goal is simply to get as many people as possible through the door. But an effective sales campaign is more targeted than that. One of the first things your EVES salesperson will consider is who is most likely to buy your property, what they are looking for and what will motivate them to take the next step...

Located around 10 kilometres northwest of Rotorua’s city centre, Ngongotahā Rotorua offers the convenience of suburban living with the character of a village. Set between the western shore of Lake Rotorua and Mount Ngongotahā, the area has its own shops, schools, sports clubs and outdoor spaces, while keeping the city within easy reach.

Selling a property doesn't always happen as quickly as you hope. Changing market conditions, buyer confidence, competition and pricing can all influence how long it takes to secure the right offer. If your property has been on the market for a while without selling, it can be tempting to make a quick change. But before reducing the price or changing your strategy, take a step back and look at what the campaign is telling you...

EVES recently celebrated one of its most special traditions, bringing together long-serving team members for the annual 10 Year Lunch at The Red Barn. The event recognised 42 people from across the wider EVES business who have each reached the milestone of more than 10 years of continuous service.

Being a landlord comes with more than simply finding a tenant and collecting rent. From providing a safe, healthy home to keeping up with maintenance, inspections and tenancy requirements, there are a number of responsibilities that come with owning a rental property in New Zealand...

Attending your first property auction can feel exciting, nerve-racking and a little unfamiliar all at once. The pace is quick, the bidding is public, and if the hammer falls in your favour, the sale is usually unconditional. The good news is that once you understand how the process works, an auction can be a clear and transparent way to buy property.

The latest statistics from the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand have been released, reporting a -1.9% decrease of the median sale price in the Bay of Plenty year-on-year, which now sits at $780,000. First-home buyers and owner-occupiers were the most active buyer groups, while investor activity was quiet ahead of the November general election, with uncertainty around potential policy changes.