The Best Investment on Earth is Earth It is no secret that property values, generally, appreciate. Sure, there will be the odd slump due to economic downturns and new government policies. Even so, the New Zealand population growth has been steady and is projected to stand close to 6 million in 26 years. New earth is not being created fast enough - thanks or no thanks to Mother Nature and the rising costs of building the average new home show no signs of abating. Primarily for these reasons, over long enough period, it is hard to envisage the value of your property to ever dip beneath the dollar you paid for it. It is as Franklin D. Roosevelt said: "Real estate cannot be lost or stolen, nor can it be carried away. Purchased with common sense, paid for in full, and managed with reasonable care, it is about the safest investment in the world." For many, buying or selling their single most valuable asset, remains one of the most important decisions in life. Whatever your reason, it always remains important that you get the best price for the property. You need someone who has done the hard yards, knows the current trends and prices around your neighbourhood.