Guides

Selling your own home in New Zealand

How a private sale works, what it costs, and what the law says, step by step.

How to price your house for sale without an agent

How to set an asking price from sold prices and market evidence, and why a CV or online estimate is only a starting point.

Real estate commission in New Zealand: how it's worked out, with examples

What a New Zealand real estate agent charges to sell your home, how GST and marketing add up, and where you can pay less.

How to sell your house privately in New Zealand, step by step

What a private sale involves in New Zealand, from pricing to settlement, and what it costs next to commission.

Open home tips for sellers running their own

How to prepare, host and follow up your own open homes, from the night before to the follow-up message.

LIM report cost in New Zealand, and what sellers should know

What a LIM is, what councils charge for one, how long it takes, and whether to order one before you list.