Guides
Straight answers on Auckland’s changing property rules — no jargon, no hype. Each one takes a few minutes.
July 2026 · 4 min
The 2026 Auckland property rules, explained
Auckland's planning rulebook is being rewritten. Here's what's actually changing — in plain English — and what it means for your section.
July 2026 · 3 min
The 70m² granny-flat rule nobody's using yet
Since January 2026 you may be able to build a 70m² granny flat with no building consent. Here's who actually qualifies.
July 2026 · 4 min
CGT and the election — what actually changes
A capital gains tax is on the table this election. Here's what's actually proposed — and one thing a lot of people are getting wrong.
July 2026 · 3 min
What a flood overlay now means for your section
A flood or overland-flow flag used to be mainly an insurance issue. In 2026 it can change what you're allowed to build. Here's why.
July 2026 · 3 min
Why your RV isn't what your house is worth
Your council rating valuation is not your market value. Here's the difference — and how to get a number you can actually rely on.