With housing affordability still sky high, many properties in the main centres like Auckland out of reach for young couples and families. The Housing Affordability Measure shows the percentage of people who would have below average incomes after housing costs is increasing nationally. In Auckland, …
Things to consider when budgeting for the cost of building a granny flat
If you are planning on setting up a granny flat for an elderly relative, extended family or even as a second income rental option, it is important to consider the cost of building a granny flat. By working out your costs in advance you will be able to budget to buy, install and furnish your granny …
Using a granny flat for Airbnb
If you would like to make a second income from a property but don’t have enough to buy a long-term rental property. Or you want to make money from a sleepout with a bathroom that is also sometimes used by the family, using a granny flat for Airbnb could be the answer.A granny flat or …
Benefits of insulation in transportable buildings
From July 2019 properties that are rented out will need insulation. This includes any outbuildings that are rented and regularly used as a sleepout or office space. So from 2019, it will be necessary to have insulation in transportable buildings if they are used for rental purposes. This means that …
Furnishing a tiny house
Furnishing a tiny house can be trickier that putting together a standard size house. But with a bit of clever thinking you can make the most of your tiny space. Whether you are planning to live in your tiny home full-time or you are planning to rent it out, good furnishing is important. Five tips …
Three reasons you need a garden home office
If you have the opportunity to work from home either full time or part time, a dedicated home office space is a good idea. Most people add a home office to their house, but a garden home office is becoming a popular choice. Three great reasons you need to move your home office to the gardenIt …
