Getting turned down isn’t necessarily the end of the road when it comes to applying for a home loan. But it pays to get help when navigating the New Zealand mortgage market.

If you’re making a list of the attributes you want from your next real estate agent, consider this recent research from CoreLogic.

Summer is just around the corner, although we’ve already had a sneak preview of what’s to come! When the temperatures head to the 30s no one wants to be inside cooking! Is it time to think about setting up an outdoor kitchen?

Coming out of winter in NZ your lawns should be lush and green. A regular mow with a catcher should keep it looking great.

Spring is the perfect time to open up the windows, shake the mats and clean all your surfaces, but there’s no reason to spend more time on these than necessary.

Do you have an office space in your home? Whether you’ve converted a nook or turned a room into a home office, creating an office space is a great way to appeal to prospective buyers.

Do you want to sell your home in Winter? Are you worrying about how to make your house look its best when it’s raining and cold outside?

The season doesn’t need to get in the way of a good sale price. Selling your home during Winter simply requires some smart thinking, and a little effort to maximise the great features your seller is looking for.

Here are some easy steps to make your home shine - even when the sun doesn’t.

The Mackies have a team of experts we like to call on to help our clients get the information they need. It’s all part of helping you to enjoy the best sale or purchase experience. Today, we’re talking to Nicholas Schnell from Mike Pero Mortgages about moving into a bigger home.

If you’re ready to put your house on the market, you may be wondering if you could sell it yourself. There’s no doubt that cutting out the real estate agent will save you money on fees, but will it end up costing you in other ways?

Property is often the most valuable asset you’ll ever own. If you’re putting your home on the market then it’s worth investing some time up front to secure the best price possible. Here are 8 tips you can use to ensure the greatest return when selling your home.