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October 2011
04.10.11
Just Listed - Forthcoming Auction. Tauranga Real Estate
Tucked away down a private r.o.w you find this family friendly, four bedroom, two bathroom, one living character home.
www.open2view.co.nz/254202
The fully fenced and private outdoor area is a safe place for children to play and for pets to run.
The home has had a modernised kitchen with a recently redecorated master suite with walk in & en suite.
Downstairs sees a tandem garage with plenty of space for work shop and storage.
Located in a sought after street and in zone for Pillans Point primary school (decile 9) makes this an affordable home in a top location.
Must be sold. Call Rodney Fong Tauranga Real Estate Agent to view.
September 2011
15.09.11
Tauranga Property Market - Sales Strong - Values Steady
The latest stats have come out showing a strong increase in the number of sales for the Western Bay. The Residential property sales in the Western Bay rose 45 per cent last month compared with last August.
08.09.11
Jason Coulson - Hills Haden Valuers - VIDEO
A breif chat with Jason Coulson, director and registered valuer from Hills Haden valuers in Tauranga talking about the home valuation process.
08.09.11
Chris Rapson - Loan Market Tauranga Interview - VIDEO
A brief chat with Chris Rapson about how when the best time to contact him if you are considering buying a home and how to find him
01.09.11
First Home Buying Experience - Video
Tasha & Aaron have just signed up on their first home with Rodney Fong - Tauranga Real Estate agent. They share some of their experiences to date and are now ready to carry out their building inspections and doing their council checks and organising their finance before the go unconditional.
August 2011
31.08.11
After Sale Interview - Tauranga Real Estate Marketing - Video
I asked Lynn Cummings from 8B Nicolas Place to provide some feedback on here experience whilst Rodney marketed her home in Judea, Tauranga. She what she has to say.....
31.08.11
After Sale Interview - Tauranga Real Estate - Video
Rodney asked Bob and Josie Hosie from 12 Cashmere Way some of their experiences of being on the market with Rodney Fong.
June 2011
18.06.11
Thousands of Agents Leaving the Industry
A year of low sales in real estate has caused a quarter of New Zealand real estate agents to leave the industry, Real Estate Agents Authority (REAA) figures show.
The number of agents in New Zealand fell from 17,809 to 13,092 - a drop of 26 percent – over the last year.....
November 2010
07.11.10
Teens Soon Become Qualified in Real Estate
A recent article in the Bay of Plenty times asked Rodney his thoughts on the introduction of real estate qualifications for high school students.
October 2010
17.10.10
Canterbury Earthquake Relief Fund
LJ Hooker Tauranga and Tauranga Grey Power are teaming up.........
August 2010
25.08.10
Save The Farms!!!
As a staunch kiwi I strongly support the review of laws relating to the sale of New Zealand farm and coastal land. Why is it so easy for any foreign national with enough 000's in their bank account to purchase any property they want in New Zealand?
July 2010
29.07.10
When selling my home do I need professional photography?
The answer to this question is well and truly....
28.07.10
And the winner is....
Up for grabs was the chance to have their home washed for free courtesy of time2shine in Tauranga.....
24.07.10
Buying a house at an auction
I was returning from my recent annual winter leave (the holiday was great thanks!) and decided whilst sitting on the plane to put my intentions into action and write more articles for this website you’re reading right now.
June 2010
01.06.10
The 2010 LJ Hooker Auction Icon Champion
Announced at the annual New Zealand awards for the second year in a row Rodney won the senior auctioneers title for LJ Hooker New Zealand...
April 2010
February 2010
22.02.10
And the winner is.....
After an overwhelming number of entries into the "lawns for free for 2010!" competition....
January 2010
11.01.10
Do you want your lawns mown for free in 2010?
Are you tired of mowing lawns? Well you or a friend now have the chance to have them done on me for free for the rest of 2010!
December 2009
07.12.09
Confidence key to success in Tauranga
I was recently interviewed by the New Zealand Herald to discover what selling real estate was like in Tauranga.
November 2009
07.11.09
Now is a great time to borrow
If you are about to come off a fixed term loan and have good equity in your home, it’s a great time to be a borrower. If you are due to renew shortly you should be able to expect to choose from some
record low rates.....
October 2009
21.10.09
The Latest Purchaser Trends
When buying property, Tauranga purchasers are interested in the obvious – location, size, price etc. These are typically still the main factors when it comes to buying property. However,
July 2009
20.07.09
A $1000 dollar Matua House!
One Sunday afternoon a couple sees an ad in the Bay of Plenty Times. They can't believe their eyes. There is a house in the paper for $1000 that is in the nicest part of Matua!
20.07.09
Warming Up This Winter in Tauranga
With a cold start this winter, we’re all looking
to have the best and most cost efficient heating solutions. Studies conducted by Right House, a subsidiary of Meridian Energy estimate that 35% of an average home gas and electricity bill is spent on heating.
April 2009
06.04.09
Take the stress out of buying property
Looking for a property can be a daunting process for many people whether they are first home buyers or not.
There are a few simple steps to follow when looking to buy a property that can help take away the stress of house hunting.
More than ever, now is a great time for buyers with the attractive interest rate environment and plenty of properties to choose from all over New Zealand.
The most important step to finding the property that matches your needs is research. The more research you do, the more likely you will find the right property, whether it’s for an investment or an upgrade to a new family home. When you find the right
property, buy it.
The Internet is one of the most convenient ways to research properties across many different markets including residential, commercial or lifestyle/rural. Buyers should regularly log on to ljhooker.com to find out what is on the market and get a feel for the asking prices of properties that you are interested in.
Once you have a specific location or suburb in mind, contact or visit the local real estate agents in the area and let them know the type of property you are looking for. A good agent will contact you when they receive a listing that fits your criteria.
Attending as many open homes as you can also helps you
identify properties that match your needs. Talk with sales agents, pick up the brochures on offer and keep written notes and
comments on each property. Inspecting as many homes as
possible will help you form a good understanding of what you are looking for in a property and how much it will cost.
Looking for a property, whether it is a home or an
investment, does not need to be time consuming or stressful. Have a plan so that you aren’t wasting your time.
It’s always a good idea to speak to your mortgage broker to work out how much you can afford to spend. Working out your budget early will mean that you don’t waste time looking at properties that you can’t afford.
Finally, remember to do all the necessary research to ensure you make the best decision and consult the real estate experts.
For more information on buying a property, contact your local LJ Hooker office or visit ljhooker.com.
March 2009
02.03.09
Are you ready for the recovery?
New Zealand will be better prepared for economic recovery if households, firms and banks do not "pull down the shutters", Reserve Bank Governor Alan Bollard said recently.
December 2008
15.12.08
$210 DOLLARS RAISED!!!!
The recent Earth film fundraiser hald at the Tauranga Rialto theatre was a great night and managed to raise $210 dollars that all went to the Royal Forest Bird and Game Society.