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New LVR limits and a possible capital gains tax

Property rules in review

Kelvin Davidson
By Kelvin Davidson (Chief Property Economist, Cotality)
Last updated: 5 November 2025 | 3 min read
Christchurch City at night

The LVR 'speed limit' change

The capital gains tax proposal

The final takeaway

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Kelvin Davidson Kelvin Davidson
Chief Property Economist, Cotality


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