Blogs
Development Finance
Development Contributions Changes – All You Need to Know
Auckland Council have put forward a funding proposal which will see costs for developers skyrocket - some by 289%!
Opinion
Council & Watercare are Cancelling Developments in Auckland
This has been done behind the scenes without public notification to the shock of many.
Development Finance
Liquidated Damages, Retentions and Bonds
Negotiating your construction contract for a development is a crucial part to ensuring the success of your project.
Development Finance
All You Need to Know About the Securities Required for Development Finance
We explore below what this comprises, the purpose of the security for the funder and how this impacts you as a borrower.
Opinion
Rate Cuts, Inflation in Range - What Does it All Mean?
Rate cuts of 0.75% in the last 6 weeks and inflation has come out below estimates and well within the Reserve Bank of New Zealand targets.
Development Finance
The New Residential Development Underwrite – All You Need to Know
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) have an initiative to help spur some development activity in New Zealand.
Development Finance
Understanding Bridging Finance for Property: A Guide
Bridging finance plays a crucial role in facilitating swift acquisitions and bridging gaps in funding for property market participants.
Home Loans
Break Fees – What are they and how they can affect you?
The world is feeling like a more positive place… Well that’s what it feels like on my side of the desk anyway with inflation almost under control.
Home Loans
Top 5 Things To Consider In The Current Rate Environment
Interest rates are going down! Yes... you heard it here first (more likely fifty-third but hey, who’s counting).
Property Investment Lending
Property Estate Types
The property that you buy will be one of the following - an estate in freehold, leasehold, cross lease or stratum (freehold or leasehold).
Home Loans
Mortgage Top Ups and LVR Restrictions
Whether that be renovating your bathroom, buying a new car, installing solar panels or investing money elsewhere.
Development Finance
How To Read A Record Of Title And Why It Is Important
Most lenders who are funding a property development or investment loan will require a review of the record of title.