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Property values rise again in April
Is the winning streak about to end?
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New Zealand property values rose 0.1% in April, the third consecutive monthly increase. However, this national trend masks a regional divide, with major centres like Auckland and Wellington seeing slight price drops.
Economist Kelvin Davidson warns this momentum may not last. A slowing economy and rising mortgage rates are significant headwinds that could cause prices to flatten or fall from May. This potential cooling could present opportunities for first home buyers but may disappoint sellers hoping for strong gains.
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