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Will NZ house prices jump or crash? A 2025 property price forecast

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Ben Tutty
Last updated: 6 November 2024 | 3 min read
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New Zealand's property market may see a recovery in 2025, with economists from Kiwibank and ANZ forecasting interest rate cuts to improve affordability.

Price growth is also supported by strong population growth, investor-friendly policies like a shorter bright-line test, and slowing construction rates. While regions like Hawke's Bay and Waikato are seeing increases, affordability remains a key challenge. Experts advise buyers to consider their personal situation, as forecasts are often uncertain.

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