New Zealand Property Guides 
Registering a car and getting a licence in New Zealand
Without a doubt, New Zealand is one of the most stunningly beautiful countries in the world. It’s regularly listed as one of the Best Road Trip Destinations in the world. Therefore, upon touchdown, we don’t blame you for wanting to get behind the wheel to hit the open road and discover for yourself what all the fuss is about. However, before you can do so, there are a couple of hoops you have to jump through to make sure you’re legal. Today, we’re taking a look at the main factors involved in getting you mobile when you move to New Zealand, including transferring your licence and registeRead more...
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Renting out your New Zealand property
How can you rent out a property in New Zealand? With prices rising again, excellent rental yields and the chance to allow relatives visiting from the UK to use the property, buying a rental property can make sense. This article explains why, how and what you’ll probably pay, and earn, from a New Zealand rental property.Read more...
How can you get a New Zealand visa?
The first essential port of call for realising your dreams of moving to New Zealand is conducting research into visas. As everyone’s circumstances are different, it can feel like a complete minefield. However, if you’re getting Today, we’re running you through the options for a New Zealand visa.Read more...
What is education in New Zealand like for expats?
Moving to a new country is a big adventure for most kids – a bigger house, lots of space to play in outside, new places to explore… However, at some point, it is ‘back to school’ time, so you need to be organised in advance to make sure everything goes smoothly. Fortunately, New Zealand’s a relatively simple transition, as education in New Zealand is based on the UK’s system (and there are no real language barriers). Here’s what you need to know about schooling in NZ.Read more...
Where will I find the cheapest homes in New Zealand?
According to the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ), as of July 2018, New Zealand’s median property price is NZ$560,000. Auckland remains the priciest spot in the country, with a median price of $850,000. However, outside of the city, there are real bargains located in some of New Zealand’s most scenic destinations. To let you in on where those bargains are, today we’re running through five places to find the cheapest homes in New Zealand.Read more...
Make the most of a move to New Zealand with your children
If you’re thinking of making a move to New Zealand with your children, first off – excellent choice! There are a million one reasons to make New Zealand your new home.Read more...
10 spots for a New Zealand holiday home
One of the best things about moving to New Zealand is going to be exploring your new country. Both islands offer unique slices of natural beauty that change from town to town, but never fail to take your breath away. Plus, when you’re all the way on the other side of the world – staycations might be the way to go! If you are keen to buy a New Zealand holiday home, this article is for you.Read more...
New Zealand property prices rising
British expats have long been one of the biggest buyers of New Zealand property, lured by its laid-back lifestyle, stunning nature and mild climate. In 2017, 6,371 Britons made the move.Read more...
Will you earn more in New Zealand?
It’s the 64,000 (New Zealand) dollar question, will moving to New Zealand make you better off? It’s easy to look at basic pay comparisons, but ascertaining real purchasing power is a little more complicated. So we have crunched the numbers to see if you will earn more in New Zealand, or less.Read more...
Buying a country home in New Zealand
Why buy in the countryside? When it comes to the countryside, is there anywhere better than New Zealand? It’s doubtful. Well…unless you believe the readers of Rough Guides that is. Last year, they ranked New Zealand the third most beautiful country in the world, after Scotland and Canada…which we have to admit are pretty decent contenders.Read more...
New rules for non-resident buyers in New Zealand
The New Zealand Property Guide considers the effects of a proposed new Bill restricting non-resident buyers snapping up existing property or residential land.Read more...
