Not all Airbnbs are created equal. The best ones nail the basics while adding just enough charm to keep guests coming back. Here’s what your guests actually care about - and how to make it work.

Hamilton used to be the epicentre of emergency housing in New Zealand. Motels were packed, funded by government grants. But in just 12 months, the number of households in emergency accommodation has dropped a staggering 84%. So, what does that mean for STRs? Read on to find out.

Hamilton might not be the first place Kiwis think of when booking a holiday, but Jetstar’s latest statistics are shaking things up.

At Aspire PRO Enterprises, we are delighted to announce our latest innovation – the Market Positioning Strategy Report.

After a few quiet years, property investors are creeping back into the market - but this time, traditional long term renting is under pressure - here’s why.

The latest Builder Sentiment Report paints a rough picture for New Zealand’s construction industry. With firms operating at just 64% capacity (down from 83% in 2022), it's clear: building in NZ is harder than ever. But while that’s tough news for tradies, it could quietly be reshaping the landscape for short-term rental (STR) investors.

The latest Real Estate Institute of New Zealand house price report is in - and while the headlines talk about flat national prices and Auckland’s slide, the real story is in the regions. And that includes here in Hamilton and the Waikato.

Week 2 of July’s house auction sales results are in, and the verdict is...flat. What does this mean for STR operators? Read on to find out.

Two weeks ago I had the privilege of standing in front of a room full of passionate Waikato property investors. What happened? Read on to find out!

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand held the Official Cash Rate (OCR) at 3.25% last week, in a move that surprised absolutely no one.  So, what does that mean for STR investors?

Cotality’s June Home Value Index shows that after dipping earlier this year, the national home price level in New Zealand edged up 0.2% in June, signaling the first monthly gain following minor falls in April and May. 

Hamilton City Council has just released its 2024 property revaluations, based on market conditions as of 1 September 2024.

New Zealand may be on the edge of a regulatory shift in the short-term rental market. 

New Zealand’s housing market has flattened over the past couple of years. So what is a short term rental operator to do? Read on to find out.

You’ve probably seen the news: building consents are down. But what does that actually mean if you own or want to own a rental property?

If you’ve been wondering why it’s taking longer to fill your short-term rental or why your property manager is suddenly suggesting “a free week’s rent” - you’re not alone. New Zealand’s rental market has hit a tough patch. And the biggest culprit? Net migration.

On 28 May 2025, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) lowered the Official Cash Rate (OCR) by 25 basis points to 3.25%, marking its sixth consecutive cut since August 2024 - a total reduction of 225 basis points.

Right now, New Zealand’s rental market is flipping. While major cities like Auckland and Wellington are seeing a surplus of long-term rentals, places like Hamilton are facing the opposite problem - not enough short-term accommodation to meet demand.

After more than a decade, Hamilton Airport has reopened as an international gateway, marking a major milestone for the Waikato region.

New Zealand’s housing market is facing a reality check: an overhang of unsold property is stacking up just as we head into winter.