EP: 1404•17 Jul 2023

Investing in Auckland: Hot or Not? Should I Invest in Auckland? | Ep. 1404

About this episode

In this episode, we dissect whether you should invest in Auckland – New Zealand's largest and most expensive city.

We discuss the pros and cons of investing in Auckland. Highlights include:

Auckland's house prices are currently 9.30% below their long-term average, suggesting potential growth.
Historically, Auckland's house prices have increased more rapidly than the rest of New Zealand.
Population growth in Auckland is set to fuel the demand for housing.

However, Auckland's high house prices and lower yields present challenges for investors.

We examine what kind of properties an investor should consider in Auckland and delve into who would most benefit from investing there.

Main topics discussed:

Auckland house prices
Auckland property market
Auckland property investment

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