Posts by Stainton Chellew
327 days ago

🏡 Essential Tips for Buying a House 🏡

Manager from Stainton Chellew

Buying a home is an exciting journey, but it can also feel overwhelming. Here are some key tips to help you make a confident decision:

🔎 Do Your Research – Look into the local market, recent sale prices, and future developments in the area. This helps you avoid overpaying.

💰 Know Your Budget – Get pre-approved for a mortgage so you know exactly how much you can afford. Factor in costs such as, legal fees, moving costs, rates, any body corporate fees, insurance, and maintenance.

📜 Check the Paperwork – Seek legal advice on the property’s record of title and LIM report for any restrictions or covenants that could impact your use of the home.

🏡 Inspect Before You Buy – A professional building inspection can uncover issues like leaks, foundation problems, or poor and unconsented renovations that may lead to costly repairs.

📍 Think Long-Term – Consider school zones, transport links, and future developments. Will this property still suit your needs in 5–10 years?

📝 Get Legal Advice – Before signing anything, have a property lawyer review the sale agreement to ensure you're protected.

Buying a home? Our team at Stainton Chellew is here to guide you through the legal process. Contact us for expert advice.

📩 Email: reception@sclawyers.co.nz
📞 Call: (09) 373 2447
Stainton Chellew – Your local legal team, here to make life easier.

More messages from your neighbours
5 days ago

Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙

One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.

So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?

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Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
  • 60% Yes, supporting people is important!
    60% Complete
  • 25.7% No, individuals should take responsibility
    25.7% Complete
  • 14.3% ... It is complicated
    14.3% Complete
1033 votes
20 hours ago

Poll: Should complete designs be shared with the public, or should the community help shape the designs from the start?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Post recently shared an opinion piece on the Harbour Crossing and why a more democratic approach might be needed 🚗🚲👟

While most decisions sit within the political arena, many organisations—like NZTA—manage long-term projects that go beyond party lines. Politics can sometimes disrupt progress, and the next Harbour Crossing is a big decision that will affect all Aucklanders.

We’d love your thoughts: Should near-complete, shovel-ready designs be shared with the public, or should the community have a hand in shaping the designs from the start?

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Should complete designs be shared with the public, or should the community help shape the designs from the start?
  • 78.8% Community feedback and transparency is needed.
    78.8% Complete
  • 21.2% No. This would be impossible in practice.
    21.2% Complete
33 votes
6 days ago

A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!

If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?

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