Being near the water is a big draw card for West Harbour residents, says Ashley Campbell.

The High Court has been asked to sort out who is legally responsible for insurance...

Ashley Campbell visits a long-established suburb with mixed-bag amenities.

Bruce Morris looks at sales in two celebrated streets - one in Auckland, the other in Mt Maunganui - for a lead on prices over the past 15 months.

It is never easy to describe the housing market in a one-line sound bite. If I had to sum up the "tone" of the market today, it would be that participants are taking a considered approach.

Bruce Morris finds a town of faded glory where freehold property sells for less than most Aucklanders spend on annual rent.

Confused over whether Auckland prices are going up, down or sideways? Bruce Morris tries to get a handle on things with a trip to the auction rooms.

The housing market is improving with sales volumes rising and pent-up demand in the North Island property market. Turnover is expected to rise, but don’t expect house prices to rise strongly.

Bruce Morris looks at the link between selling price and capital valuation to pinpoint Auckland suburbs that are running ahead of the pack.

Has the market bottomed out – is now the time to gather the deposit, pick up a mortgage and buy?

Values holding up, especially in areas favoured by rich.

Contractors move in to clear mould and pave driveway of $37m Paritai Drive mansion.

Almost 5000 real estate agents have deserted the industry after a period of low sales.