Barfoot & Thompson News from 2025

Barfoot & Thompson celebrates at the 2025 REINZ Awards for Excellence

19 August 2025

The REINZ Awards for Excellence 2025, held in Auckland, brought together the very best real estate professionals and agencies from across New Zealand. Barfoot & Thompson was proud to be among those honoured on the night.

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Healthy Homes: what it means for you

19 August 2025

The 1 July Healthy Homes deadline has come and gone - and for tenants across Aotearoa, that’s something to celebrate.

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6 energy-smart tips for renters

19 August 2025

Power bills are biting hard this winter, and for many households the choice between comfort and cost feels tougher than ever.

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Healthy Homes: deadline done. Now what?

18 August 2025

The 1 July Healthy Homes compliance deadline has officially passed, marking a key milestone for landlords across the country. However, while the boxes might be ticked, the work doesn’t stop there.

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What tenants want: insights from the ground

18 August 2025

Across Auckland, Northland and the Bay of Plenty, our property managers see the same patterns arising again and again: the difference between a property that sits empty and one that stays tenanted comes down to getting the basics right.

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Shuffling of the investor deck

18 August 2025

Theory has it that lowering interest rates will produce a good lift in the housing market and for a while in the second half of 2024 we did see increasing prices through most of the country including a 4% rise in Auckland, 3.3% in Northland, and 2.2% in Bay of Plenty.

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Housing Market Update July 2025 | Barfoot & Thompson Real Estate

04 August 2025

Watch the highlights from the July 2025 Auckland housing market update from Barfoot & Thompson.

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OPINION: Auckland City Rail Link’s Impact On Housing | Barfoot & Thompson July News

29 July 2025

In terms of its impact on Auckland housing, the City Rail Link (CRL) will potentially turn out to be as big a game changer as the Harbour Bridge and the Southern, Northern and Western motorways.

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OPINION: Getting a feel for your house’s sales value | Barfoot & Thompson July News

03 July 2025

For once, Auckland’s latest house capital valuations (CVs) should be viewed as what they are intended to be – a means of bringing a degree of equity to the rating system.

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Don’t let new Auckland CVs shake your confidence...the market has moved on | Barfoot & Thompson June News

18 June 2025

Auckland’s updated CVs recently hit letterboxes, but before you start rethinking your property’s worth or your selling plans, it’s important to remember this: CVs are a snapshot from the past, not a reflection of what your home is worth today.

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OPINION: Housing off political radar | Barfoot & Thompson June News

09 June 2025

The 2025 Budget barely makes mention of residential housing, which suggests that as a political issue it has fallen off the radar of decision makers.

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Henry Barfoot appointed a Director of Barfoot & Thompson

23 May 2025

We welcome Henry Barfoot as the newest Director of Barfoot & Thompson.

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Barfoot & Thompson secures top honours at the 2025-2026 Asia Pacific International Property Awards

19 May 2025

Barfoot & Thompson has once again demonstrated its excellence in the real estate industry by securing four prestigious Five-Star Awards at the 2025-2026 Asia Pacific International Property Awards.

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2025 Barfoot & Thompson Awards | An enchanted evening celebrating success

12 May 2025

A touch of magic transformed the Viaduct Events Centre this past Saturday, 10th May, as Barfoot & Thompson hosted their annual awards evening under the theme of 'Enchanted Forest'. In front of almost 700 guests, the night was a spectacular celebration of the company's top performers and their remarkable achievements over the last year.

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Renting in Auckland? 2025’s giving you more room to move

09 May 2025

If you’re renting in Auckland, you’ve probably noticed the market is shifting. More listings are popping up, it’s taking longer for some properties to be snapped up, and rents aren’t climbing quite as fast as they were a year ago.

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Renting in 2025: What the new laws mean for you

09 May 2025

2025 has already brought some important changes for renters - from new protections around family violence to clearer rules about smoking inside rental properties.

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Be prepared, not panicked: simple tips to get you through an emergency

09 May 2025

2025 has already brought some important changes for renters - from new protections around family violence to clearer rules about smoking inside rental properties.

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Compliance countdown: are you ready for 1 July?

09 May 2025

A number of tenancy law changes have already come into effect this year, modernising how notices and documents are served, clarifying smoking rules and introducing new protections for tenants affected by family violence.

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Be prepared, stay protected: safeguarding your property in an emergency

09 May 2025

When severe weather strikes, whether it’s a flood, a storm or a lightning strike - a little preparation tends to go a long way. Recent events like the January flooding in 2024 and Cyclone Gabrielle have shown how quickly conditions can change - and why being ready isn’t just sensible, it’s smart asset management.

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Opportunity knocks: Auckland suburbs on the move

09 May 2025

After a few cautious years, Auckland’s property market is starting to show signs of recovery - and for investors, that means opportunity. Recent data suggests we’ve moved past the ‘mini downturn’ of 2024, with steady growth returning in some parts of the city.

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Barfoot & Thompson recognised for the second time as one of New Zealand’s Best Managed Companies

09 May 2025

Barfoot & Thompson is proud to have been named once again as one of Deloitte’s Best Managed Companies in New Zealand in 2025.

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The Nurses Who Carried Us: In honour of International Nurses Day

09 May 2025

When Barfoot & Thompson’s Gillian welcomed her son Sam into the world, she never imagined how quickly things would change. Sam was born with an undiagnosed heart condition and was transferred to Starship Hospital the day of his birth.

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Pukekohe, Pokeno and Tuakau give back

23 April 2025

Our Pukekohe, Pokeno and Tuakau branches were proud to recently present well-deserving charities, groups and organisations with donations to conclude their ‘We’re Giving Back’ campaign.

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Ponsonby's new space for success

19 March 2025

Ponsonby is renowned for its lovingly restored buildings and impressive villa renovations, and now our Ponsonby office has had a transformation of its own.

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The support behind the house that a local college built

19 March 2025

Time teaching in the classrooms of One Tree Hill College has led to a rewarding opportunity to combine two of Melody Lowe's lifelong passions: education and real estate.

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Anil Anna appointed as Barfoot & Thompson’s General Manager of Property Management

24 February 2025

Barfoot & Thompson has announced the appointment of Anil Anna as its new General Manager of Property Management, effective March 1.

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2025 law changes; what they mean for you as a Landlord

24 February 2025

As your property managers, we stay on top of all legislative changes so you don’t have to - but as a property owner, it’s important to be aware of what’s ahead. Here’s a quick update on key tenancy and tax changes taking effect this year. For a more detailed breakdown, visit the official Tenancy

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2025 law changes; what they mean for you as a Tenant

24 February 2025

The Residential Tenancies Amendment Bill has officially become law, bringing changes that impact renters and landlords across New Zealand. Here’s what you need to know.

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Healthy Homes alert - the deadline is fast approaching!

24 February 2025

The 1 July 2025 deadline for Healthy Homes compliance will be here before you know it. Here's what they mean for you.

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A Changing Rental Market: How did 2024 actually close, and how does this explain 2025 going forward?

24 February 2025

Using industry and government data, Graham Squires makes some useful commentary on how this contextualises in the wider macroeconomic environment and property ecosystem.

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6 smart garden tips for tenants

24 February 2025

With the latest tenancy law changes bringing more stability for renters, now is a great time to think about how to make your rental feel like home - and your outdoor space is a perfect place to start.

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