Dr Girol Karacaoglu – Chief Economist of the NZ The Treasury

As Chief Economist of the NZ The Treasury, Dr Girol Karacaoglu oversees the Treasury’s research and advice on broad economic policy issues, aimed at raising the living standards of New Zealanders.
31-10-2016 more >>

President Terry le Grove's report to the AGM of the NZPIF 14 October 2016

Since the President's report was delivered, progress had been made in several areas outlined in the report. The changes have been added in red.
28-10-2016 more >>

ANZ/NZPIF Survey 2016 - key findings released in October

The 2016 ANZ Residential Property Survey results show the impact of the LVR restrictions on investors’ ability to purchase more property or change their investment strategies
21-10-2016 more >>

Tenancy law change on damage claims being considered

The Government is considering changes to the Residential Tenancy Act over when property damage costs can be reclaimed from tenants, Building and Housing Minister Dr Nick Smith says.
15-10-2016 more >>

Annual NZPIF Conference

This is the annual NZPIF Conference 14-16 October in the Devon Hotel, New Plymouth. It will be hosted by the Taranaki Property Investors' Association.
14-10-2016 more >>

Hundreds helped into housing independence

The Government has granted nearly $2.5 million in assistance to help people move from social housing to sustainable private housing, freeing up places for those who need it most, Social Housing Minister Paula Bennett says.
09-10-2016 more >>

Tenants' liability for damage 2

In last month's article I discussed the ramifications of the court's decision to exemplify tenants from responsibility for any damage that they cause to their rental property.
07-10-2016 more >>