Fixed Rates Surge, Resale Profits Return & Foreign Buyer Rules (Week in Review)

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think. The market is shifting gears—are you keeping up? In this week's Week in Review , Debbie Roberts unpacks the signals that matter most to your wallet. We are seeing a stabilizing market with resale profits ticking up, but a surprise surge in borrowers locking in 2-year fixed rates suggests the "floating rate" trend is over. Key Topics Covered: Resale Turnaround: 88% of sellers made a profit in Q4—has the market hit the bottom? Mortgage Trends: Why new lending hit record highs in December and why everyone is fixing for 2 years. Golden Visas: The foreign buyer ban softens on March 6th. We explain the strict $5m+ rules. Jobs & Inflation: Unemployment is up, but wage growth is down. What this means for the OCR. Solar Equity: Why retirees and renters are missing out on the solar boom. 📢 FREE EVENT: Navigating a stabilising market requires a different strategy. Join our free online masterclass to learn how to structure your portfolio for 2026. 👉 Register here: Book a free, no-obligation chat with Paul: Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro: Market Shifting Gears 0:35 - Resale Profits Stabilise 2:10 - The Surge to 2-Year Fixed Rates 4:05 - Foreign Buyer "Golden Visa" Rules 7:15 - Labor Market & RBNZ Update 9:00 - Solar Power Funding Gaps 11:20 - Final Thoughts & Free Event Buzzsprout Tags: Support the show Disclaimer: The information provided in this video is for educational purposes only and does not constitute personalized financial advice. We recommend seeking advice from a qualified professional before making any investment decisions. *Property Advice Group Limited trading as Property Apprentice has been granted a FULL Licence with the Financial Markets Authority of New Zealand. (FSP Number: FSP157564) Debbie Roberts | Financial Adviser (FSP221305) For our Public disclosure statement please go to our website or you may request a copy free of charge.

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