Buyers resources
Buying an investment property
New Zealanders have long had an affinity for property - and for good reason. A brand-new home can make a straightforward, low-maintenance investment, whether it's your first or an addition to a growing portfolio.
A track record you can build on
The case for new
Why invest in new?
Six reasons a brand-new home tends to make an easier, lower-risk rental than an older property.
Desirable locations
We build in established, growing Auckland suburbs - the kind of well-connected areas that support both steady rental demand and long-term capital growth.
Healthy Homes ready
Built to today's standards, our homes typically meet the Healthy Homes requirements for rentals from day one - one less thing to retrofit or worry about.
Low maintenance
Everything is brand new, so you inherit no maintenance backlog and face far fewer surprise costs than with an older property.
Peace of mind
New appliances, fixtures and fittings come with their own manufacturer warranties, and a brand-new home is built to the Building Code and completed with a Code Compliance Certificate.
Attract great tenants
Warm, dry, efficient homes in good locations appeal to quality tenants - and generally command stronger rents than older, colder houses.
LVR-exempt
Brand-new homes aren't subject to the usual loan-to-value restrictions, giving you more freedom to structure your finance to suit your investment goals.
Before you buy
What to weigh up.
A brand-new home removes a lot of the risk - but a good investment still comes down to advice, numbers and the long view.
Get the right advice
Lending, tax and ownership structure all matter for investors - talk to your accountant, lawyer and mortgage adviser before you commit.
Know the current rules
Rental rules change. Check the latest Healthy Homes, tenancy and tax settings at tenancy.govt.nz and ird.govt.nz.
Location & demand
Look closely at the suburb, rental demand and the numbers - not just the purchase price - before you buy.
Take the long view
Property is generally a long-term hold. Factor in rates, insurance and any body corporate levies from the start.
This is general information, not financial, tax or legal advice. Rules for rental property change - check the current requirements and talk to the right professionals for your situation.
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