There has been plenty happening in the beach property market with a strong surge of property sales coming into the peak summer season but still a shortage of property for sale.

With the new Rating Values released in September there have been significant increases in RV’s over the last three year period. This is mainly due to a large increase in land values after some high priced section sales. Remember if you are considering selling that Rating Values are not necessarily an accurate indication of market value particularly if you have spent money on improvements like kitchens, bathrooms, conservatories, new garaging which can add extra value. Rating Values (RV’s) are only a desk top valuation carried out by Quotable Values on behalf of all local authorities to enable them to set our rates so don’t get that figure fixed in your mind.

For an accurate Market Appraisal with no obligation contact me your local “Himatangi Beach Real Estate Agent”.

Warmer Kiwi Homes

Under the Government’s ‘Warmer Kiwi Homes programme Himatangi Beach is classified as a NZ SDI 8 location. If you are the homeowner/resident you may qualify for free or at least heavily subsidised (67% of the cost) underfloor and ceiling insulation plus a subsidy for installing heating. The government funding has been topped up with a grant from the Central Energy Trust so if you need to insulate your home phone the government agents Energy Smart on 0800 777 111 to arrange a site inspection. This is a deal to good to miss.