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2.  Tips When Buying at Auction
 New Zealand Property Report - April 2013
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 Designing a Home to Keep in the Heat
 How to Declutter Your Home
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 Creating and Outdoor Entertaining Area and
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4. TIPS WHEN BUYING AT AUCTION
There can be some controversy as to
whether an auction is a good way to buy or
sell a property but if you have found a
property which you are interested in
purchasing and it is going to market through
the auction process there are a number of
things you should do both prior to the auction
and on auction day to hopefully ensure
success.
A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE AUCTION
The auction process dates back to early
biblical times. Slaves were bought and sold at
auction as well as women auctioned off as
wives. The Romans used to auction family
estates and auctions have also been popular,
and in many cases continue so, for crops,
livestock and tools. Auctioning is popular
nowadays for sought after items such as art
works and memorabilia.
WHEN BUYING PROPERTY
Do your market research on the value of the
property you are considering.
Check the property and ensure you have
undertaken all the necessary structural and
building surveys and inspections. Any
defects or problems known prior to the sale
should be disclosed in the conditions of
sale documentation for the auction but
make sure you check this with the sales
person. Get a LIM report and read through
the conditions of sale document.
Check the Certificate of Title of the property
Check you understand the chattels which
come with the property
Decide if you are going to bid or if you
aren’t very confident, appoint someone
who can bid for you at the auction
If you aren’t familiar with the auction
process it is wise to try and attend one or
two other auctions before your important
date so you can follow what is happening
and understand what will happen.
Make sure you are aware of the minimum
deposit you need to have available
immediately on your success at the auction
 Understand the auction terms such as –
“On the market”, this is when the reserve
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5. price has been met and the property will
be sold to the highest bidder
 “Reserve Price” which is the lowest price
the seller will take, once this has been
reached and exceeded the property will
be sold
 “Passed In” which is when the property
doesn’t reach the reserve price at the
auction
Once you are ready to bid at the auction
make sure you can clearly see the
auctioneer and he can see you for your bids
Be aware the auctioneer is allowed to place
bids on the vendors behalf to move bidding
forward to a price level acceptable to the
vendor and close to the reserve price.
However be aware that the auctioneer is not
allowed to bid above the reserve price
Make sure you know your budget and your
top price and don’t get carried away by your
emotions. Your top bid should be your top
bid unless you have made provision
otherwise
Turn up at the auction knowing your game
plan, having done your research, your top
budget, be confident and get out there and
win your new property!
NZ PROPERTY REPORT
APRIL 2013
The property market continues to show
signs of confidence and heightened activity
as compared to the past few years. The
confidence amongst sellers bringing their
properties onto the market has pushed up the
(seasonally adjusted) truncated mean asking
price to a new high of $447,275 – the highest
level since the collection of data began in
2007. This rise in asking price was noticeable
in around half of New Zealand, with Auckland
reaching a new record high of $612,167, and
Central Lakes Otago reaching a new high of
$679,987. A record low of $353,474 was
seen in Marlborough (down 9% on March
figures) The number of new listings fell to
10,023, down 21.5% on March and down
1.5% year on year. In the main centers, both
Auckland and Canterbury experienced an
increase in listings when compared to April
last year of 9.3% and 0.8% respectively and
Wellingtons figure fell by just 1.9%. The next
3 months are traditionally a quiter time for the
market, with lower listings ahead of the spring
pick up in August. If property sales continue
strongly it is likely that asking prices will
continue to creep up as demand for property
continues to remain high.
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6. Asking Price
The seasonally adjusted truncated mean
asking price for listings rose 5.5% (from April
2012) and reached an all time high of
$447,275. This new record asking price level
was up from the prior peak of $446,277
reached in November last year. The trend as
seen in the chart opposite, continues to show
strength in seller expectation, on the back of
low listings, and strong demand in the main
centres
New Listings
The level of new listings coming onto the
market in April fell 21.3% from March, to a
total of 10,023. This represents a fall of
1.5% from April last year. On a 12 month
moving average basis a total of 131,552
new listings have come to the market since
April 2012, as compared to 128,994 in the
prior 12 month period, a rise of 2%. This
compares to REINZ reported sales, which
are up 16.7% on the same 12 month
comparable basis.
Inventory
The level of unsold houses on the market at
the end of April (42,225) was down slightly,
when compared to March (43,930). The
inventory as measured in terms of
equivalent weeks of sales fell in April to 26.8
weeks, remaining well below the long-term
average of 39 weeks. The market remains
firmly a seller’s market; with 17 of the 19
regions showing inventory levels that are
well below long term averages. Both
Auckland and Canterbury continue to
witness the highest extent of this. Auckland
is 53% below its long term average, and
Canterbury is 47% below its long term
average.
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7. and investment for you these matters may
not be relevant but do keep in mind
Collect estimates early. Before you are even
too far into the planning process start
gathering estimates. While these will only be
rough guides there’s no point in going down
the track saying you want underfloor heating
if your budget simply won’t stretch that far.
Make the shape of your building simple.
Angles, corners, rounded edges will all add
to the building costs
Consider what services you can complete
yourself. This may include gib stopping,
painting, curtain making and often certain
types of flooring which can be laid with a little
instruction
Shop around for your materials and services.
Be prepared to negotiate, you may not get a
discount on that oven or dishwasher but at
the very least you might get a free toaster or
a year supply of dishwasher tablets!
Consider clearance stores or seconds as
BUILDING A HOME ON A BUDGET
How often do you hear of the nightmares
experienced by those who build their own
property about budget blowout and the stress
of extra costs and over spending.
Everybody has some sort of budget in mind
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tips to keep in mind if you are limited and
would like to maximise what you can get for
those tighter budget costs.
Consider the size of the house you need.
Smaller houses are cheaper to build but don’t
cut back too far. If you are a young couple do
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you might like to have, if you have family
living overseas also take into consideration if
they visit and you have three children how
practical will it be. If this is a first time home
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8. often this can save you lots of money and
the flaw may be hidden in your layout
Consider package lots or basic finishes.
Fixtures, taps and tops can always be
upgraded later once you have more money.
Consider open shelving which can be
replaced later
Consider recycled materials and estate
auctions. Items can add character to your
place and if you change your mind they can
always be replaced when the budget has
grown again
Landscaping can be done on a budget.
Level the land, grass your lawn and you can
add your exterior design and flower beds
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Whilst you might be building on a budget do
consider your expenses down the track. It is
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building blocks of your home including
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DESIGNING A HOME TO KEEP IN
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Different houses need different types of
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heat loss is through the ceiling which can be
up to 40% with windows being the biggest
heat drain for their area.
Your floors lose only about 10% of your heat
loss but by insulating them there can become
an immediate sense of warmth detracting
from a warmer feeling underfoot.
Insulation, of course, isn’t just important for
heating in the winter but will also keep the
heat out in summer. It also lessens the
likelihood of condensation which creates
mildew and mould and causes allergies and
respiratory illnesses.
When considering insulation you need to
decide what kind of insulation would work
best in your scenario but even before that
you need to sort out draughts. Seal around
doors and windows but remember you do still
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9. need to ventilate your house. Draughts
should be plugged, ventilation is essential to
avoid damp and retain good air quality.
The types of insulation you may consider
include –
Rolled Insulation – Often coming in pre cut
sizes you can install batts yourself or get in a
professional. The batts slot between floor
boards and wall joists. Pink Batts™ are made
of lightweight and flexible glass wool and are
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and consists of an expanding foam which
adheres to wall linings or ceilings
Boards and Pipes – Insulation can also
come in rigid forms often offering the most
efficient form of insulation for under floors
and basements. Pipes should also be
wrapped for energy efficiency in water
heating.
Natural products of course work well not
only because they often have a good long
life span but are also environmentally
friendly.
Double glazing on windows is now popular
and is excellent for heat retention.
If designing your home from the ground up
consider the sun and use natural heat and
light in your insulation plans. In New
Zealand an optimal building site will be north
facing, sheltered from prevailing winds and
away from buildings or trees that can cast
shadow, particularly in the winter months
when the sun is lower.
Take time to consider the systems you might
use when heating your home both in relation
to their running costs and the environmental
impact. Options can include electricity, gas,
solar and wood burning. Plus an effective
ventilation system that can transfer heat
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HOW TO DECLUTTER YOUR
HOME
If you are looking to sell your house you need
to ensure it has appeal to those coming to
view. Whilst they should understand and look
past clutter often people can’t visualise and
your clutter merely puts them off what could
potentially be their new home and your
comfortable exit plan.
When you decide to declutter make sure you
set yourself a plan. Opening a drawer and
dumping everything on the floor or pulling
everything out of the wardrobe in one pile is
just going to cause you stress and frustration.
Prepare yourself. Decide you will declutter
and remember decluttering is not just
arranging your clutter into pretty boxes and
bags. That is just organised clutter. When
you declutter you need to get rid of things.
Spend a moment visualising the room, shelf,
cupboard when it is done this can help in
knowing what you need to get rid of as it
doesn’t fit your vision.
Have a good idea of what you are going to do
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11. mind for them such as the Women’s Refuge
or Hospice you can let go by knowing the
item will go somewhere that it is actually
appreciated!
Give away instead of trying to sell. The time
and effort you go to in the selling process
usually won’t be worth the money you will get,
plus giving always makes you feel better.
Remember once you have finished your
declutter it won’t be the end. You need to stay
organised to avoid another big build up and
having to start again too soon!
When you have a big pile of things to
declutter in front of you use a timer. Set it for
a sensible time period say 15 or 30 minutes
and set yourself a goal to sort it all within that
time period.
Before you begin make a list of places you
intend to declutter starting with the easiest.
Once you have done one your inspiration will
grow to continue. Do one area at a time and
cross them off your list as you complete.
Alternatively get a couple of large rubbish
bags labelled rubbish, donate, keep and
keep going until you’ve filled them.
Don’t go out and buy a whole set of
beautiful new storage containers until you
actually know what you want to put in them
and why.
Complete each task or area before you
move on to the next
Don’t try to do everything at once. If you
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12. Reward yourself when you achieve a big
task.
If you are struggling to let an item go but
don’t really have any space or need for it,
ask yourself do I need it really? Do I love it?
Do I have room for it? Would someone else
appreciate it? Your answers should help
you come to your decision.
For those things you intend to hold on to
and use make sure you don’t just then put
them back in a drawer or cupboard. Put
them somewhere you can see, appreciate
and use.
Then step back and look at your new space
– would a potential buyer like the look you
have created?
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MAIN BEDROOM - CREATING
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In today’s stressful world all too often there
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A bedroom should be a reflection of who
you really are underneath that frazzled and
tired exterior and should be a place you not
only want to spend time but that can bring
you peace and tranquillity. A place not too
feminine for your partners sake, a place
where those who work from home can get
away, subtle lighting, soft colours but also
with those options for good lighting if you
TIPS ON PREPARING
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13. Use blackout window treatments if the light
disturbs you to avoid interrupted sleep.
When decorating the room ensure you can
change the décor to suit the seasons. Light
bedding in summer keeps you cooler whilst
in the winter you will want to introduce
heavier bedding, thicker duvets and deeper,
warmer colourings.
Whether from a feng shui perspective or
otherwise avoid having shelves and tables
full of family portraits in your room. Images
of people create active energy, memories
and relationships. Your bedroom should be
your sanctuary, offering a sense of privacy.
Having those eyes staring at you can make
sleep and romance difficult!
A sense of equality should be portrayed
either side of the bed with matching bedside
tables. This can also give the bedroom a
good sense of balance.
Remember what you see from your bed is
the last thing you see every night and the
first thing you see every morning, make that
something you want to see to enhance your
sleep and mood patterns.
When in your room introduce a sense of
smell, vanilla is a sensual sent for men and
lavender creates a relaxing atmosphere
condusive to sleep.
When decorating your room with art
remember the atmosphere you are trying to
create.
With your bedroom being your place of rest
lighting placement is important. Dim lights
create that relaxing feel, however ensure if
are a keen reader to escape to worlds away.
By making the bed the focal point in the room
you can change the mood through the fabrics
and lighting. Deep, sensual and romantic in
winter with deep reds and chocolate browns.
Fresh and clean and peaceful in summer with
crisp greens and blues.
A sense of serenity can be introduced with
browns, creams, beige and earthy tones.
For those keen on feng shui it is important to
knote that in a proper feng shui room all
images seen from the bed are relaxing, calm,
pleasant and harmonious.
If the space in your bedroom allows introduce
a couple of armchairs to extend the function of
the space and make the room your own
private sanctuary.
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you do read, or even sew or knit in bed or
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place you most prefer to do this. Very
importantly ensure you can easily reach
light switches from wherever you will be
spending most of the time. You don’t want
to have to get out of bed to turn off your
light when you have been reading.
Therefore colour schemes in your bedroom
can depend on your personality, climate
and preferences but essential in the main
bedroom is the creation of the atmosphere
that will induce rest and relaxation ensuring
you can leap out of bed each morning with
that sense of purpose!
CREATING AN OUTDOOR
ENTERTAINING AREA AND HOW
TO USE IT
Both your entertaining décor and your
entertaining style is a personal thing.
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Secondly decide what you need outside.
Are you planning on doing a lot of cooking
outdoors, not just a bbq? Do you want
covered areas? Are you planning on sitting
out on cooler evenings and therefore an
outdoor fireplace would be appropriate?
Consider the way you usually entertain. Do
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If you are prone to enjoying weekend parties,
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expandable table for buffets or dinners which
can be retracted for those smaller and more
intimate evenings.
Covered areas which can be used all year
round with that outdoor fireplace or perhaps
space for a couple of gas heaters. If you are
in an area prone to rainfall make your
covered area large enough so you can both
cook and dine beneath the protective roof.
If you have a husband or family who love
their sport or enjoy getting the team together
for big game nights an outdoor flat screen TV
can ensure you don’t split the party. Make
sure the spot is free of glare and direct
sunlight for those afternoon games!
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advantage. Not just for those intimate for two
evenings but when having a party or just for
adding attraction to the garden areas. Make
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therapy and relaxation but also a visual
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Consider using outdoor rugs. As within your
house you can define a conversation area
around the rug. Use a rug to add colour and
match your colour schemes with cushions,
pillows and upholstery fabric.
If you are considering a pool or spa keep in
mind who might be around. For example you
and your partner might not have children,
however, if you spend a lot of time with your
sister, or best friend, and she has a couple of
young children make sure you don’t have to
close off your beautiful entertaining area
when she visits for safety reasons!
An outdoor bar is always a draw card if you
enjoy entertaining. Both young and old often
enjoy propping themselves up at the bar
watching the guests or family having fun.
Make sure your outdoor areas have good
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outdoor kitchen!
If possible make sure you have plenty of
seating options. Make use of outside walls if
you want to put in seating, add comfort and
bring the space into the area with the use of
cushions.
Above all effective outdoor entertainment
design begins with having space for both
living and resting. Comfortable and secure,
safe for children and taking advantage of any
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