And why odd numbers are your friend.

Auctioneer Aaron Davis on why he thinks auctions deliver the best results for vendors.

An exclusive waterfront property is back on the market after a foreign buyer withdrew bid.

Historic site that fed early European settlers earns special honour.

Flow from century-old villa to family friendly backyard quickly sealed deal.

Old villa went from four flats to two before becoming an expansive family home.

Finnish design influenced home where at least one side can be opened up to the outdoors.

Three-storey hexagon house is fitting tribute to out-there '70s architect Ian Burrows.

It's important to take time to think about what you want from the sale.

More than $12,000 spent on consultants in boat dispute.

Quiet months spur rise in negotiated sales but expert warns prices may suffer.

It looks out at playground for dolphins and orcas, writes Catherine Masters.

Quiet street with great neighbours too good to leave, writes Robyn Welsh.

Beach bach gives way to a home with all the amenities for extended family.

August has been a month of record highs and lows, new stats show.

Investor and philanthropist is worth $6.3b and has lodges in other parts of New Zealand.

The City Rail Link is the next stop on our ongoing tour of Auckland construction sites.

Te Tuinga Whānau says it has 47 clients with nowhere to stay during the Aims Games.

"We're totally waterfront — it's just a beautiful property."

The changes in New Zealand's regional housing markets.

The changes in New Zealand's biggest housing markets.

Where property values are the highest and lowest in the Greater Auckland region.

The biggest risers and fallers in the Greater Auckland region.

Auckland continues to lead the way in construction demand.

UP director Barry Thom on what Aucklanders can expect over the spring and summer months.

Bayleys national residential manager Daniel Coulson on the regions providing good value for money.

Bayleys national residential manager Daniel Coulson on the shift to apartment living.

Bayleys national residential manager Daniel Coulson on what to expect from the the housing market in the coming months.

Barfoot and Thompson managing director Peter Thompson on the benefits and challenges of moving to the regions.

Barfoot and Thompson managing director Peter Thompson on what to expect from the market.