What is a LIM Report, and Why is it Essential for Property Buyers?

Pier Law recommends that all purchasers order a Land Information Memorandum (LIM) report when purchasing…

Making Building More Affordable

As part of the Government’s commitment to increase the supply of affordable housing, the Building…

Residential Tenancies Amendments

The Coalition Government’s plan to improve tenancy laws took another step forward in May, with…

Recent Changes to Kāinga Ora Products

Kāinga Ora announced that as of 1pm on 22 May 2024, no more First Home…

Changes to the Bright-Line Income Tax Rules

We are now officially in winter in New Zealand as the days are getting shorter…

Reverse Mortgages – will they impact my Estate?

Reverse Mortgages – will they impact my Estate? Reverse Mortgages – will they impact my…

Information included in a LIM Report

A Land Information Memorandum (“a LIM”) is a report that is prepared by the local…

What is an Occupation Right Agreement?

What is an Occupation Right Agreement? Due to an aging population, Retirement Villages are becoming…

The Effects of Property Ownership

The Effects of Property Ownership Jointly owned, or tenants in common? In this article, we…

First Home Buyers Guide

First Home Buyers Guide Are you thinking about buying your first home? Big yay! It…

Recent changes to First Home products

On 19 May 2022 the Minister of Finance, Hon. Grant Robertson delivered New Zealand’s 2022…

Epidemic Preparedness Notice still in place for commercial leases and mortgages

In May 2020 temporary law changes were made to the Property Law Act 2007 (“the…