For the past few years, both buyers and sellers across New Zealand — including right here on the Kāpiti Coast — have been caught in the habit of trying to “time the market.” Many have held off, waiting for the perfect moment… the lowest rates, the highest prices, or the next big jump in capital gain. But November 2025 has made one thing very clear: the market we’re experiencing now is the new normal.
Those extraordinary gains of several hundred thousand dollars in just a couple of years were never sustainable. They were the product of an unusual economic window, not the rule. Today’s market is balanced, steady and grounded — and that’s a positive shift. It means predictability. It means realistic expectations. And it means homeowners can make decisions based on their lives, not on guesswork.
If you need or want to buy, then buy. If you need or want to sell, then sell. What truly matters is strategy, not timing. A skilled, strategic agent can position your property precisely where it belongs in the market, create an advertising campaign that works harder than ever, and maximise your asset so you can confidently move into your next chapter — without waiting for a mythical “perfect” moment.
The right preparation, pricing guidance, marketing and negotiation approach will always outperform trying to read economic tea leaves.
Thinking of making a move? Request your confidential appraisal and tailored sale proposal from Andrea Corrigan at Property Brokers today. Let’s get you prepared, positioned and moving forward — no market-timing required.
Have you considered buying or selling a property? Or do you know of a family member, friend or colleague who is considering buying or selling a property? Contact Andrea Corrigan to experience next level service.
