We are in a ‘Sweet Spot’
Selling your home for the maximum price is about timing, and at certain times in the year there are sweet
spots in the marketplace, you could call this a perfect storm for a seller’s benefit.
Normally these moments are limited to 1-2 seasonal timings i.e. early January and late October.
Sometimes however, the market will present itself with unique opportunity gaps, which is what we have now. The factors that are causing this opportunity are:
- Available houses on the North Shore has decreased by 10% in the last 3 weeks, and is continuing a downward trend
leading into the Winter months.
- Imminent changes from the Reserve Bank in official Cash Rate (OCR) cut; combined with confirmation that Capital Gains Tax has been axed all bode well for buyer sentiment.
- Median house prices; Median house prices in Auckland remained exactly the same as April 2018 at $850,000 thus showing that values are stable.
This means that there is less seller competition in the marketplace and for the property buyers are purchasing with urgency. Provided a property is correctly marketed, this is resulting a successful sale result for sellers and the opportunity to move to their next dream home.
One of the unique ways that I help my clients is by using my experience in a large amount of renovation projects, to guide you on how to best present your home for your buyer target market, or opportunities for immense value to be added to the home.
If you are considering selling and would like to take advantage of this unique opportunity you can set up a time by reaching me on 021 339 905 or email me on bob.nahab@harcourts.co.nz. If you would just like to discuss the current market conditions a bit more, I’d also welcome your contact.
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
Poll: 🤖 What skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?
The Reserve Bank has shared some pretty blunt advice: there’s no such thing as a “safe” job anymore 🛟😑
Robots are stepping into repetitive roles in factories, plants and warehouses. AI is taking care of the admin tasks that once filled many mid-level office jobs.
We want to know: As the world evolves, what skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?
Want to read more? The Press has you covered!
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53.8% Human-centred experience and communication
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14.1% Critical thinking
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29.4% Resilience and adaptability
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2.7% Other - I will share below!
The latest product recalls
We are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!
Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.
Food and household item recalls:
⚠️Cereulide toxin risk in Nestlé brand Alfamino Infant Formula (0-12 months) recalled due to the possible presence of the toxin cereulide
Nestlé Milo Dipped Snack Bars
BC Hot Water Bottles sold at Bargain Chemist
Product Recalls: Infant care and clothing
Nature Baby Sleeping Gown
Product Recalls: Toys
Sensory Game Controller - sold at Kmart
Product Recalls: Cosmetics
Outside Beauty & Skincare SPF 50+ Mineral Primer (2 batches)
Anessa and Shiseido Anessa sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Biore and Kao Biore sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Kose Sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Mentholatum sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Pigeon sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Rohto sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Product Recalls: Electronics
Harvest Right Freeze Dryer HRFDSBKP-PP sold at Costco
Product Recalls: Other
Michelin X Multi Z and X Line Energy Z, size: 355/50R22.5, load/speed index:156K
UPDATED GASGAS Motorcycles: GASGAS Cross Country and Motocross model motorcycles with BRAKTEC brake system. New VINS added
Check the New Zealand Transport Agency's handy vehicle recall list here.
See past months' recalls. Stay safe, neighbours!
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