Money Making Opportunity | Browns Bay | Auction

Money Making Opportunity

You’ll love this! Another 1960’s character do up and right next to Bay’s Christian Fellowship!
: Deceptively spacious with 3 bedroom plus study and more!!
: Separate guest accommodation or work from home
: Full site of 809m2 with flat garden
: Situated in such a handy location close to buses and in Rangi Zone
: Great buying for the astute investor or large families on a limited budget
: Must be sold as owners are relocating!!

Spectacular Views | Castor Bay | Auction

Spectacular Views in Castor Bay

This huge brick and tile family home is waiting for you to work your magic! Bring your ideas and paintbrush and the results will be hugely rewarding.  Designed for the spectacular views; relax in the spacious lounge, cook in the spacious kitchen, barbecue on the deck and admire the city lights. Ideal for the whole family, boasting 4 spacious double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, huge internal access double garage and heaps of parking. This well located property has huge potential! If you are seeking a solid home where your creative touch will enhance, then here’s the opportunity – Will be sold on or before auction day!

Entertainers Oasis | Sunnynook | $588,000

Entertainers Oasis

This attractive home is an entertainer’s delight in a quiet private cul-de-sac. Full sized section featuring a large deck and barbecue area with a good sized pool and separate spa pool. Three bedrooms, modern lounge kitchen and bathroom. One car lock up garage with off street parking for two more cars. Handy to motorway and supermarkets and in zone for Westlake Schools. Vendors on the move south and need to see an offer ASAP!

Birdlovers Paradise | Northcote | Auction Sunday

Birdlovers must call

First time on the market for 41 years, substantial block and weatherboard family home in a quiet cul-de-sac, with city views! All on an easy care 622sqm site. Upstairs boasts 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Enjoy the flow from the spacious living room into the family open plan dining and kitchen area or just sit on the deck where you can gaze at the stunning city views. Downstairs a separate spacious self-contained level boasts a double bedroom, bathroom, open plan lounge and dining area: Great for teens or extended family with its own separate entrance. A multitude of options with this home- bring the kids and the parents there’s space for everyone .

Affordable Opportunity | Glenfield| Auction Sunday

Affordable Opportunity

Now here’s an opportunity you can afford, first home buyers and astute investors come and steal great value with a 3 bedroom 1970’s cottage that simply must be sold! Close proximity to Glenfield Mall, local schools, transport facilities and the motorway, the home benefits from a separate lounge, a covered entertaining deck, separate toilet/bathroom and has the potential to refurbish and add value. Vacant and waiting this is a red hot buying opportunity not to be missed…Will be Sold

Great Do Up Opportunity in Forrest Hill

The minute I walked down the drive and across the flagstones I knew I was about to see another classic do up opportunity in the heart of
Forrest Hill.

Why do so many families want to live here? Well it’s pretty simple. This is a family friendly affordable suburb, with local schools only a few minutes walk or cycle away. Westlake zone homes are always sought after, not just because of Westlake Boy’s and Girl’s High being so close but also Carmel and Rosmini Schools. And 221 Forrest Hill Road is you classic kiwi home. Privately positioned down a right of way, on a large 900m2 flat site this is a perfect family home for those who want their children in these great schools!

Definitely in need of an update, the bricks, tiles, and construction standards of the 1970’s mean you can’t go wrong. There are 3 bedrooms, a huge double garage, and rumpus room on a separate level just wating for a bunch of teenagers or extended family. The rumpus has a kitchenette for convenience. It’s all a little utilitarian, but with your flair and design sense you can transform this home into a modern gem.

Double garage, with views to the city give this home “good bones”, underlying value and oportunity just waiting to be realised. Call me!

Sizeable Family Home | Forrest Hill | By Negotiation

Privately situated on a 900m2 freehold level section, this 3 bedroom plus rumpus brick and cedar home will impress. Well suited to families with older children or those who require space for live in extended family. Westlake School zoned. This home is a bit of a do up and could be a real bargain for someone who wants a big private site with real potential. The rumpus is on its own level, with a second kitchen and offers some interesting possibilities.

Character & Charm | Murrays Bay | Auction

Are you looking for a home to pull at the heart strings? Then look no further. Spacious, modern and dedsigned to capture the spectacular views. With large living spaces, a kitchen the cook in the family will love, and decks to soak up the sun and view, entertaining will be a breeze. The master suite which is large enough to hold a party, a formal dining room (currently used as a nursery), an office, a cloakroom and guest toilet complete the down stairs. Upstairs two further bedrooms, a bathroom, study nook and second living area complete this gorgeous home. Elevated, stunning views across the Hauraki Gulf to Whangaparaoa and beyond are the icing on the cake. The grounds, which include a separate studio, are fully fenced and accessed via electric remote controlled gates. Excellent school zones with Rangitoto College a short walk away. Fantastic family home that your family deserves to live in. This is an opportunity not to be missed- be quick to view.

Sizeable Family Home | Forrest Hill | By Negotiation

Privately situated on a 900m2 freehold level section, this 3 bedroom plus rumpus brick and cedar home will impress. Well suited to families with older children or those who require space for live in extended family. Westlake School zoned. This home is a bit of a do up and could be a real bargain for someone who wants a big private site with real potential. The rumpus is on its own level, with a second kitchen and offers some interesting possibilities.

Weatherboard Wonderland | Milford | Auction

Located down a right-of-way you will find a gem of a home. This 1950’s 3 bedroom weatherboard bungalow has been renovated to a high standard and includes modern conveniences such as gas central heating and an HRV system. With an extra large lounge with space for an office, and a rumpus which is attached to the separate garage, this home is bigger than most bungalows. With decking galore and low maintenance landscaped grounds your weekends will be free to be enjoyed. With the home being well off the road, having excellent indoor-outdoor flow and a fenced section it’s a winner for families. In a quiet location with great neighbours, this tasteful family home is a must view. Motivated owners are committed to selling.

Yes – Single Level | Milford | Auction

Very rare opportunity to obtain a single level home withing walking distance to Milford village. After 20 happy years the owners are moving to retirement and sadly but definitely are  leaving their 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home just a few minutes stroll to the shops. We have many requests for this type of home, so don’t delay, huury and give me a call to view!

This  year Harcourts Cooper and Co are again the main sponsors for North Shore Hospice Fashion Show. I don’t know why it is but if you need someone to dress up and make a fool of himself, it seems I am first in line. I guess it’s a good cause.

Yesterday I went to Life for Men in Takapuna, caught up with Scott Donovan and he fitted me with a couple of beautiful suits for the North Shore Hospice Fashion show on Thursday 22 October, 2009. It’s at the Bruce Mason Centre in Takapuna. I get to wear Hugo Boss and Rembrandt. Outstanding! Soon there will be training and I will learn to strut my stuff on the catwalk ready for the show on October. I’ll be in good company, my old neighbour from Takapuna, Shane Cortese, star of Outrageous Fortune and beautiful Jackie O’Fee from Business Networks International, are leading us. You can find out more here and just buy your tickets here.

It’s great how the North Shore community get behind Hospice, so thanks to Scott and Life for Men in Takapuna , Malcolm Bone at Just Men at Milford Mall and also Business Networks International.

Campbell’s Bay is the quintessential North Shore suburb! A charming little beach, perfectly safe for children and backed by Centennial Park, with it’s nature walks and regenerating bush. Find out more about walks in the park here. Beyond Centennial Park is Pupuke Golf Course. And Campbell’s Bay Primary School offers young families a truly terrific environment; don’t forget this is where AJ Hackett went to school! For more detail about Campbells Bay click here. Recent sales by Harcourts range from $600000 in Treefern Trail through to $4,000,000 for the “Mansion of the Models” in Beach Road. Here’s a selection of property for sale and recent sales history. [Read more →]

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The Reality

Whether you are buying or selling a property,  conveyancing means a lot more than most people realise. When a Property Lawyer handles your conveyancing, this is what they do to make sure the biggest investment of your life is safe and secure for you.

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An absolute gem

Highly Desirable Family Home | Milford | Auction

First Time on the market for 21 years – If you are looking for an immaculate contemporary residence with all day sun, where all you have to do is move in and enjoy, then this is [Read more →]

We’ve all got many regrets in life. It’s easy to look back and say “what if?”. We all know people who seem to be reaping the benefits of a decision made many years ago…

Here’s a tale of two people….Some years ago I met a gentleman who had immigrated to New Zealand in the early 60’s and proceeded to buy 40 acres of land at Limeburners Bay in Hobsonville. His family and friends thought he was mad, it was remote and hard to get to, but he kept it and as the years went by Auckland crept out to Hobsonville and beyond. His family now reap the rewards, each year they sell a section or two and live on the proceeds. I helped him sell some of his property a more relaxed person I have never met.
Another elderly couple I know also immigrated to New Zealand in the late 50’s. They went to live in South Waikato, and after a while had saved enough to think about buying a house. At the time they went off to a sleepy place called Mt Maunganui. Looked seriously at buying some land and building a home. They procrastinated and in the end decided that no one would want to live amongst the sand dunes. Now, of course, it’s some of the most valuable real estate in the country.

Subdividable | Make Money Here!

Subdividable: Make Money Here!

It is easy to look back and see missed opportunity. And easy to see that now is the right time to invest in subdividable property on the North Shore. for the last two years there has been little building and demand for new homes is rising. This is your opportunity to secure a subdividable property ready for the next property cycle. Whatever YOU do, don’t have regrets… make sure you view this property, do your sums, forecast your likely profit, and above all have fun!

In Spencer Road, right beside Pinehill Prmary School, we have a half acre of land. There are two homes on two titles. Both were built in the 1960’s and while one is wel appointed the other is a do up.  Subdivision has been approved by the North Shore City Council, and surveying is complete. Soon there will be a new owner, someone with foresight, someone who can see that subdivisible land in close proximity to Albany Megacentre, already the largest shopping centre in New Zealand, Massey University, Albany Bus Station and the Northern Motorway, albany Stadium and Rangitoto college is an opportunity not ot be missed.
You can hold the land and rent out the tow homes long term and simply land bank. You could complete the subdivision and ready 4 sites for building to meet demand in the new and growing property cycle. Move in and enjoy a fine home and income knowing that future demand will deliver capital gain to you and your family.
Whatever you do , do not look back and have regrets, What would life have been like if only we had bought that subdivisible property back in 2009?
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Reminder Notice

Last Open Homes: Saturday and Sunday 24/25 October at 1.00pm
Note Well: Both homes will be open.

Auction: At 42/44 Spencer Road, at 6.00pm on 28 October.

Two Great Offers:

Grant Cullum of Jennian Homes will locate home plans on the sections to give you an idea of what you can do with the land- with no obligation. Jennian offer fixed price contracts with NO SURPRISES. You can contact Grant on 021 774 941.
Jon Purdey of Edge Mortgages is ready to assist you with finance for these properties. Lower interest rates and easy income form the existing homes mean funding will be easier. Jon will be able to obtain a pre approved finance package on special builder’s terms to enable you to bid with confidence at the auction. You can contact Jon on 021 979 335.
Visit www.harcourts.co.nz/spencer for auction contracts and last minute information.
Good Luck with your bidding!