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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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The New Zealand property market may see a recovery in 2025, with experts from Kiwibank and ANZ forecasting interest rate cuts. This could improve mortgage affordability and stimulate buyer demand.

Several factors are expected to drive prices up:

- Strong population growth

- New investor-friendly policies

- Slowing construction rates

While some regions like Hawke's Bay are already seeing price increases, affordability remains a significant challenge. Buyers should note that economic forecasts are often uncertain and should be treated with caution.

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