Bindi Norwell
Medical centre forced to hike fees due to rising costs
An Auckland family medical centre said its being forced to put up patient fees because of rising costs and inadequate government funding, even though it could make doctors visit more unaffordable for… Audio
Are house prices on the move?
CoreLogic's property market and economic update has found the housing market is reaching a turning point, with sales and price growth expected to peak in coming months.
The figures for the three… Audio
New rental laws coming into force this Thursday
A tenants' advocacy group is seeing a rise in the number of renters who are having their tenancies prematurely ended.
It comes as new rules for tenants and landlords set in this Thursday, bringing an… Audio
Why do Wellingtonians prefer tenders?
While Aucklanders prefer housing auctions, in the Capital it's the opposite and most people go for tenders. Audio
House prices hit record highs, generation rent on rise - Eaqub
An economist is predicting the rise of generation rent as house prices reach record levels.
The latest figures from the monthly house price index shows house prices have increased by almost 20… Audio
Auckland median house price hits $1 million for first time
For the first time, Auckland's median house price has hit $ 1 million. The Real Estate Institute data for October, just realeased, shows the median house price in our biggest city has jumped by more… Audio
'FOMO' contributing to skyrocketing house prices - REINZ
FOMO - or the fear of missing out - is playing its part in a relentless surge in the country's house prices, according to the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand.
Chief executive Bindi Norwell has… Audio
National Party releases housing policy
The National Party's housing policy is getting the seal of approval from social housing and real estate groups, but its messaging is also getting some heat.
The party wants to scrap the Resource… Audio
What becomes of the housing market?
In April, economists were predicting Covid could cause a 10-20 percent fall in house prices. In June, prices rose more than 9 percent - much more in some places. What is going on - and will it last? Audio
Buyers and sellers dip toes into the housing market
People looking to buy or sell a house are starting to dip their toes back into the market under the lighter restrictions.
More house listings are being advertised under Level 2 and over the weekend… Audio
Banks ask borrowers increasingly tough questions
The largest mortgage broking business in the country says banks are asking borrowers tougher questions, requiring much more detailed information and in some cases, refusing loans because borrowers'… Audio
Coronavirus: Reserve Bank looking to lift limits on home loans
The Reserve Bank is looking at removing the limits on home loans to low-deposit borrowers to help counter the economic downturn.
Deputy governor Geoff Bascand says loan-to-value ratios were designed… Audio
Clarifying Real Estate Transactions During Lock Down
Real Estate Institute New Zealand chief executive Bindi Norwell, clarifies what's happening for real estate transactions during lock down as well as the upcoming changes for both landlords and… Audio
House buyers and sellers in limbo during lockdown
Those people buying or selling a house during the lockdown are in an uncertain state right now. The Real Estate Institute's Bindi Norwell and conveyancing lawyer Mark Szigetvary join Kathryn to talk… Audio
House roars back to life but Covid-19 could be a gamechanger
House prices have had their strongest lift in more than four years, but the Covid-19 virus may alter things. Audio
Landlords speak out about changes to tenancy law
Changes to rental law that remove landlords' ability to ask a tenant to leave without giving them a reason, but 90 days notice - is causing concern amongst landlords. Audio
Busy housing market not showing signs of slowing
The housing market has had its busiest January in four years, on the back of rising consumer confidence. Audio
Law change means house buyers must prove loan decline
Property buyers are being warned about a change in the law that means they have to show proof if they can't get a loan from a bank. Audio
Real Estate Institute welcomes changes for renters
The Real Estate Institute says proposed new rules for landlords are for the most part a good step forward.
The new rules include limiting rent rises to once every 12 months, banning landlords from… Audio
Anti-money laundering compliance costs real estate industry
The real estate industry says it's spent about 20-million dollars complying with anti-money laundering laws and expects to spend at least that much every year to keep compliant. Audio