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McKenna cans creditors' meeting in surprise move - bankruptcy looms
Embattled property developer Nigel McKenna has suddenly ditched a creditors' compromise scheme.

Investors sue Govt and council over leaks
Angry unit owners condemn PPP model promoted as future of state housing

David Henderson fights another day - bankruptcy averted
Property developer David Henderson averted bankruptcy this morning to allow him and his creditors time to discuss another proposal that could stop Inland Revenue's application.

Some Christchurch suburbs may become 'virtual wastelands'
Some Christchurch suburbs will be left as virtual residential wastelands, while townships on the city's fringe are bracing for an influx of new residents.

Double jeopardy in leaky-homes bill
Loophole means ratepayers are liable to homeowner and developer, says council

Pero slashes commissions on top home sales
Real estate agents will be sticking pins into Mike Pero wax dolls, says one industry commentator, as the entreprenuer cuts commission rates for his new venture.

Warrant for Bryers' arrest over unpaid $37,500 fine
A warrant has been issued for the arrest of Blue Chip's Mark Bryers for non-payment of a fine.

Agents offering cut-price deals, says real estate commentator
They won't advertise it, but many real estate agents are already offering cut-price commissions in a bid to secure sales, says a leading property commentator.

Rental market madness
Demand for rental property in Auckland is at crisis point, with some houses now attracting as many as 200 would-be tenants.

Suburbs that beat the recession
Best performers buck trend of falling house prices since peak back in 2007.

Blitz on illegal home sales
The Real Estate Agents Authority has laid charges against a Wellington property company for allegedly buying and selling property without a licence.

SC Finance development gets green light
The receiver of South Canterbury Finance (SCF) is welcoming a council to allow a residential development on the outskirts of Christchurch.