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Property Pups

Spooktacular Halloween colouring competition

Winnie and Dudley are getting into the Halloween spirit! Download our Property Pups colouring page, get creative and send in your masterpiece for the chance to win a $50 Prezzy Card, plus spot prizes.

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Hamilton Property Market Statistics for July 2026
Market Insights

Hamilton Property Market Insights for July 2026

Hamilton’s median sale price reached $776,750 in July, up 4.3% from last year. With buyers still active but stock limited, here’s what the latest market conditions could mean as we head towards spring.

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Selling
Case Study

Case study: The missing council file

Missing approved plans created an unexpected issue during the sale of a 1940s Hamilton home. See how legal advice and careful preparation helped keep the sale moving.

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Hamilton Property Market Statistics for June 2026
Market Insights

Hamilton Property Market Insights for June 2026

Hamilton sales were up 22.4% year-on-year in June, while the winter drop in available properties is increasing competition. Here’s what I’m seeing locally and what current conditions mean for buyers and sellers.

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Hamilton Property Market Statistics for May 2026
Market Insights

Hamilton Property Market Insights for May 2026

Hamilton sales activity increased 8.6% in May, while property values remained relatively stable. With steady buyer interest and fewer new listings heading into winter, here’s what the latest market conditions mean for buyers and sellers.

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Property Pups cosy by the fire
Property Pups

Winter moments colouring in competition

Winnie and Dudley have claimed the cosiest spot in the house! Download our Property Pups colouring page, get creative and send in your masterpiece for the chance to win a $50 Prezzy Card, plus spot prizes.

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Lee and the happy vendors of 14 East Street
Market Insights

Case study: The first offer was only the beginning

An offer within 10 days was only the beginning at 14 East Street. Continued marketing, buyer follow-up and three multi-offer scenarios kept competition alive and ultimately helped secure an unconditional sale.

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