After a tumultuous 18 months, the real estate market seems to be shaking off some of its malaise.

For the first time in 18 months, more people think NZ house prices will rise than those expecting a fall, says ASB Bank.

A new-home warranty system has been announced as part of a shake-up of the construction industry to tackle the leaky-building disaster.

Homeowners willing to let rugby fans take over their house during the Rugby World Cup are set to rake in up to $4500 a week.

A new sale-and-purchase agreement may not allow homebuyers to cancel a deal if a pre-inspection report shows problems with the property.

It is not a one-way bet that the next move in the official cash rate will be up...