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'Mum and dad' investors are back in the property market
A key buyer group has been making a noticeable comeback.
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‘Mum and Dad’ investors are returning to the New Zealand property market, with their share of purchases rising from 21% to nearly 25%. This nationwide trend is driven by smaller investors buying their second property or expanding a small portfolio, often favouring new-builds to bypass lending rules.
Two key factors are encouraging this comeback:
- The full reinstatement of Mortgage Interest Deductibility.
- Lower interest rates reducing cashflow top-up requirements.
This trend is expected to continue into 2026.
The data shows a clear return
Who are they and what are they buying?
What’s driving the comeback?
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