In part one of our housing market deep dive, DC is joined by Kiwibank Chief Economist Jarrod Kerr to look back at the extraordinary run in Kiwi house prices, what drove the boom and subsequent fall, and why different parts of the country are now heading in different directions.
They cover the impact of ultra-low interest rates, migration and housing supply, why Christchurch and the South Island have been outperforming, and the growing role of first-home buyers in today’s market. Plus, they get into KiwiSaver, construction costs, our changing demographics, and why infrastructure matters so much for housing affordability.
If you have any questions or things you’d like to hear us talk about, get in touch with DC david@squirrel.co.nz.
The opinions expressed in this podcast are not financial advice, or a recommendation of any financial product. Any commentary provided reflects personal views and is not necessarily representative of the opinions of Squirrel. As always, we recommend seeking professional investment or mortgage advice before taking any action.
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