Home buyers should see less competition at auctions during the next few months -- providing a small window of opportunity for those looking for their first property.

This perfect Kingsland perch is just a stone's throw from all the action, writes Robyn Welsh

Give the kids -- and animals -- loads of room to roam about on this spacious, well-maintained block, writes Ruth Claude

Setting your search criteria and seeking advice will help you on your way to finding the ideal property, says Diana Clement

Louise Richardson visits an extremely well put-together Remuera home ideal for families and for entertaining

This former office block has been converted into luxury apartments, writes Donna Fleming

This couple created an airy living space from an old-fashioned boxy home, writes Robyn Welsh

An apartment in appealingly central Grafton offers lock and leave living, writes Donna McIntyre

Family friendly beauty packed with natural timbers and earthy tones to suit coastal setting, writes Jane Loudon

Executive style home with a private lift and harbour views is at the centre of it all, writes Donna McIntyre

The bones of an original farm cottage remain but, as Donna McIntyre explains, the original owners probably wouldn't recognise their old pad

There's pretty much nothing but sand between you and the blue sea, writes Sandra Goodwin

Landscaped grounds, a touch of Florida, and striking architecture make this coastal development a desirable place for anyone to live, writes Donna Fleming

With its park-like garden and tree lined driveway...prepare to be amazed at this property, writes Donna McIntyre

Towering totara give this stylish and spacious pad a leafy outlook, writes Graham Hepburn