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Archive: 2023

New resources for key stakeholders and potential unit title owneres

Changes to the Unit Titles Act included new provisions that came into effect as of 9 May 2023 click here As part of this, MBIE have created new resources to support key stakeholders and potential unit title owners with the information needed to understand their rights, responsibilities, and obligations under the Act
11-12-2023 more >>

The why

The world of property investment is a dynamic landscape, influenced by shifting markets, emerging technologies, evolving regulations,  changing societal needs and – politics! In this environment of transformation, it’s important for us to unite, share knowledge, and collaborate to navigate the complexities and seize the opportunities that lie ahead.
10-12-2023 more >>

Christmas Dinner- Saturday, 2 December 2023

Always a festive and fun event! Please come join our popular Xmas celebrations at Impressions Manor Restaurant. This year we are having a buffet-style Chinese meal with one drink on arrival included.
02-12-2023 more >>

Getting back the balance

“It is encouraging to see that the new Coalition Government is acting quickly to ease the current situation evident in the rental market of decreasing supply and increasing rents,” says Sue Harrison, President of the NZ Property Investors Federation (NZPIF).
30-11-2023 more >>

Monetary policy to remain restrictive

The Monetary Policy Committee today agreed to maintain the Official Cash Rate at 5.50%
29-11-2023 more >>

Monthly Coffee Chat Group - November 2023

Come along to our monthly coffee club. You can pop along have a coffee or some lunch and chat with like-minded investors. President- Kathryn Seque is hosting and will have other OPIA executive members there as well so feel free to come along. You must register as if no one is registered to come it won't be held.
25-11-2023 more >>

There is a solution to rising rents

The current rental situation in Auckland is becoming increasingly dire, with the city now reported as one of the most expensive places in the world to rent.
20-11-2023 more >>

Mitre10 Mega Dunedin Evening

Please bring your friends and family for this interactive evening.
16-11-2023 more >>

How the incoming Government can help NZ tenants

The recent ‘Sunday’ television report on Queenstown's rental housing shortage highlighted a nationwide issue in New Zealand: the diminishing availability of rental properties.
12-11-2023 more >>

Election winners

By the time you read this we will have an election outcome, but at time of writing we are still in a limbo of election promises.    Never before has a Government hit private rental ownership so hard with higher taxes, while being well aware of increasing interest rates and the likely impact on the rental market for tenants.  This has been a major disruptor of the rental marketplace because for most mortgaged investors it has thrown their investing strategy into unforeseen jeopardy. 
10-11-2023 more >>

NZPIF Conference 2023 in QUEENSTOWN

Come along to the NZPIF Conference for 2023 hosted by the OPIA in Queenstown from the 27th to the 29th of October. Speakers include Steve, Goody, Pru from Good Girls PM, Brad Olsen economist, Paula Bennett, Liam Malone and more Plus Hilary Barry as MC. To find out more information and to register head to: https://www.propertyconference.org.nz/
27-10-2023 more >>

Monthly Coffee Chat Group - October 2023

EARLY THIS MONTH DUE TO CONFERENCE. Come along to our monthly coffee club. You can pop along have a coffee or some lunch and chat with like-minded investors. President- Kathryn Seque is hosting and will have other OPIA executive members there as well so feel free to come along. You must register as if no one is registered to come it won't be held.
21-10-2023 more >>

Motivational Speaker, Author & Career Coach: Laurel McLay

"Aims, ambitions and accuracy"
10-10-2023 more >>

Bang for your buck

The power of our members brings us many benefits beyond the networking and educational aspects of connecting with like-minded people.  The New Zealand Property Investors Federation (NZPIF) plays a valuable role in providing its nationwide Property Investor Association ‘member groups’ with impartial information that is shared, and also carries out valuable advocacy work on behalf of all property investors. 
10-10-2023 more >>

OCR stays at 5.5%

The Monetary Policy Committee today agreed to hold the Official Cash Rate (OCR) at 5.50%. Interest rates are constraining economic activity and reducing inflationary pressure as required.
04-10-2023 more >>

Monthly Coffee Chat Group - September 2023

Come along to our monthly coffee club. You can pop along have a coffee or some lunch and chat with like-minded investors. President- Kathryn Seque is hosting and will have other OPIA executive members there as well so feel free to come along. You must register as if no one is registered to come it won't be held.
30-09-2023 more >>

New research confirms NZPIF call for ability to have long term tenancy option

New research from Motu found that the level of well being of a tenant related to the length of time the tenant had been in one tenancy. The NZPIF has been advocating for the ability to provide this since February 2022
29-09-2023 more >>

Forget the sterotype of the "typical landlord"

In this article Miriam Bell describes the experience of Cat Slater who only owns two rentals both in Auckland purchased to fund her retirement.
29-09-2023 more >>

PlaceMakers Evening ‘Protecting Your Asset and maximising Returns’

At PlaceMakers we know property investment, and whilst we need to keep costs low, we also know the cost if a shower or basin mixer fails and its out of warranty. We also know that whether your in the student or residential market, a quality property will get a quality return and more importantly quality tenants. We’ll outline our special OPIA member discounts, and showcase some great products that are super popular with landlords to enhance and often protect your investment. Well also have some of our best Tradies on hand to impart some great knowledge on protecting and enhancing your investment as well. Supper and Refreshments will be served across the evening. Well also have some special ‘Night Only’ deals!
26-09-2023 more >>

Who pays the tax. An opinion piece by Peter Lewis

There is much misunderstanding around the deductibility of mortgage interest for tax purposes relating to residential investment property.
24-09-2023 more >>

How the next Government can help tenants

We hear many ways each political party talk about the housing crisis, and their solutions to fix this. Adding a new tax to rental property provider and adding more RTA rules to make it harder to supply is obviously not the answer.
13-09-2023 more >>

North End Update - 2024 Renting Season Update

Join very experienced Property Managers of student rentals, Stef Wade and Kirstin Bevin, along with 2 representatives from Campus Watch for an update on the 2024 renting season. You are very welcome to bring any questions to form part of the general discussion. This event is open to all members but will focus on the Campus area of Dunedin.
12-09-2023 more >>

The ethics of property investment

The first consideration is to acknowledge that private investors play the highest and most valuable role in the New Zealand housing system. They provide over 85% of rental housing compared with the less than 15% provided by state owned housing.  The Government sector have shown that they are not capable of supplying the housing needs of the nation. Therefore any discussions around the Government or local bodies providing more housing are unrealistic, so the system remains a public private partnership. 
10-09-2023 more >>

Monthly Coffee Chat Group - August 2023

Come along to our monthly coffee club. You can pop along have a coffee or some lunch and chat with like-minded investors. President- Kathryn Seque is hosting and will have other OPIA executive members there as well so feel free to come along. You must register as if no one is registered to come it won't be held.
26-08-2023 more >>

Prefabricated Homes & Sleepouts - Titan Homes

Titan Homes specializes as builders of small homes that can be transported nationwide. With factories in both Auckland and Dunedin and a range of designs, layouts and sizes, a tiny home could be a future investment property to add to your portfolio. Andy Hamilton, South Island Manager, will speak about the concept and answer all your burning questions. Have a look at the website www.titanhomes.co.nz in the meantime.
22-08-2023 more >>


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