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Nikki Preston
'World of pain': The perils of divorce in a falling housing market
When it comes to selling, fighting won't get separating couples a better price, says one agent.

Nikki Preston
8 mistakes to avoid when buying or selling in a falling market
Listing a house too high, fixing interest rates for too long and taking advice from the wrong people could prove detrimental.

Diana Clement
Can rising inflation magic away your mortgage?
Property experts say inflationary pressures can in some cases be a useful tool.

Nikki Preston
Inside the world of property investment seminars
Experts say education is always good, but urge Kiwis to be wary of sales pitches.

Nikki Preston
The big reveal: When agents should tell you about problems with a property
Any issues with a property have to be disclosed before an offer is drawn up – but not in an ad or even at open home.

Diana Clement
Four ways to save $100,000 on your first home
Smart buyers can find ways to get onto the property ladder for less.

Rupert Gough
The benefits of making a lump sum payment on your mortgage
How to pay off your home loan faster.

Ashley Church
Ashley Church: Six things that can make a house harder to sell
Buyers will typically pass over homes with these issues.

Rupert Gough
Rupert Gough: How falling house values can affect the amount buyers can borrow
We are in a new part of the property cycle which requires new strategies.

Diana Clement
How first home buyers can get ahead during a slowdown
Experts offer their tips.

Rupert Gough
Three things that everyone should know about refixing their mortgage
Rates have now doubled since their all-time low of 2.09% seven months ago.

Catherine Smith
Auction warnings: Don't be cute, and don't expect 50% price reductions
How buyers can turn a market slowdown to their advantage.

Diana Clement
Mortgage stress: Kiwis could face extra $1300 a month in repayments
Experts offer Kiwis tips to save on their home loan.

Rupert Gough
How to get around the home loan restrictions – buy new
Kiwis likely to have more purchase power if they set their sights on new builds.

Ashley Church
Ashley Church: Four ways to beat housing market blues
How to survive in an uncertain market.

Rupert Gough
Home loan shame: Why you can’t hide your debts when buying a house
Mortgage applications will always expose uncomfortable financial secrets.

Rupert Gough
The CCCFA was a terrible tool for controlling house prices
U-turn on home loan rules means borrowers can breathe a sigh of relief.

Rupert Gough
The hidden cost of big ticket purchases – why you should think twice
It’s always on your mortgage.