Life’s essentials: White Fox & Jones

Now is the time to review your will and enduring power of attorney. It’s not something that we like to think about, but having an up-to-date will is as important as renewing your home insurance policy. We cannot predict when the worst might happen, and without a will the Administration Act 1969 dictates asset distribution […]

Businesses optimistic

The results of MYOB’s Annual Business Monitor for 2024 show that Canterbury-based businesses are feeling more optimistic and expecting a stronger performance in the year ahead. The nationwide survey of 1000+ SME business owners and leaders revealed that New Zealand SME confidence has improved markedly on this time last year. More than a third (36%) […]

Here to help you: NZ Mortgages

Well, the property market never sits still. The past few weeks have brought significant changes, with the OCR holding at 5.5% as of 10 April, providing more stability to the market. As the rates hold, we can expect them to come down towards the end of the year. Other changes include notably the Bright-line test […]

Building more rental properties

Canterbury ranks fourth among the regions building dedicated rental properties, with 59 completed so far. According to research conducted by Property Council New Zealand, as of 31 December 2023 there have been 1307 Build to Rent (BTR) homes delivered across New Zealand. Additionally, 850 BTR homes are under construction and a further 3395 in the […]

Dedicated to student development with Christine Leighton

After 42 years in education, St Andrew’s College Rector, Christine Leighton, is very clear about the privilege of spending a career dedicated to the development of young people. Teenagers are wired to test boundaries and while this has not changed over the last few decades, the world surrounding them has. Schools are places where character […]

Unlock efficiency: Ricoh NZ

Are you ready to streamline your business process using Artificial Intelligence (AI)? If you’re looking to implement AI in your business, and don’t know where or how to start, Ricoh offers an AI Readiness Assessment to identify opportunities tailored to your needs. Our AI Readiness Assessment is the way forward. We pinpoint processes ripe for […]

Expert rental service & support: Rent Wise Property Management

Renting has many unwanted twists and turns for owners and tenants alike, which is why it’s essential to have an expert property manager. REINZ accredited, Shona Saunders has been working in the rental field for more than 10 years, through her company Rent Wise Property Management. “We [Shona and husband Michael Brookland] are dedicated to […]

Solving your property problems: vUrbs

Building, developing urban and rural subdivisions, and even renovating properties usually involves planning and resource consents, and sometimes problems arise. To avoid sticky situations, or find suitable solutions, it helps to have experts on the job. Experts such as the professional team at vUrbs Planning Services, who work with government and private sector clients, offering […]

Property analysis

Canterbury is one of only two regions nationally, where women and men own equal percentages of properties, according to a new report. Released on International Women’s Day (8 March), CoreLogic’s 2024 Women & Property report found that nationally female-only real estate investors significantly lag their male counterparts in fast-tracking wealth creation through property. Analysis of […]

Improving efficiency

Digital experiences to meet the needs of a hybrid workplace hinge on doing things automatically, and at scale. In today’s business environment, the digital transformation imperative is embrace automation today, or go out of business tomorrow. In other words, automation is critical to success in the modern world, and those who don’t take advantage of […]