March issue - available now

Every issue of the NZ Property Investor magazine will continue to bring you all the news, tips and statistics you need to keep your property investments humming in 2008.

Monday, March 3rd 2008, 12:00AM

by The Landlord

Our cover story this month delves into the Blue Chip saga and sheds light on what investors didn't see. We also look at what it means for the property industry and the lessons to be learned for investors.

This issue features part three of our Investing 101 series, designed to help readers become property investors, with a practical guide to residential property investment. Part three asks the question, 'What sort of investor do you want to be?', and looks at the importance of setting goals and strategies to ensure you profit from your investing.

We profile the successful property investor with the modern-day 'Midas touch' - Peter O'Keeffe, and ask him to share his advice when turning knowledge into gold. O'Keeffe is a great example of how forward planning and careful number-crunching actually works. Keep the faith, your dreams are achievable!

We look at how to increase cash flow through renovation - how a little cosmetic TLC to an investment property can add value and boost income.

We also acknowledge the reality of renovation, and how it can often wreak havoc on your relationships. We give some helpful hints on how to cope with situations that arise in stressful times.

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This month, the NZ Property Investor is giving seven lucky subscribers the chance to win their money back. March subscribers also receive a discount of up to 20% off the subscription price. Click here to subscribe now!

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Also featured in the March 2008 issue:

News: Industry debates over investing in Australia; taking action against Blue Chip; failed real estate company, The Joneses; property investors are responsible business owners, and much more!
Housing commentary: Down in the dumps - Not only is the housing market weakening rapidly, but more and more pundits are predicting actual price falls
Ask an expert: Have your burning property investment questions answered
More feature articles:

Mortgage brokers: Are they all created equal? What's in the deal for a property investor when they opt to use the services of a mortgage broker?
Gated communities: We look at whether buying into a gated community offers a good return for property investors

Commercial property: We cover some of the main issues a commercial property investor should be wary of when negotiating leases
Commercial news: Industrial portfolio tender will test Queenstown market; GMT announces shareholder distribution and revaluation gain; commercial property website takeover; French farm winery for sale
Columns:

Tenancy management: When is a fixed-term tenancy not fixed?

Economics: A year of headwinds and correction

Accounting: Ring fencing - the big political issue?

Investing strategy: Investing in uncertain times and what to do - safely - with your money

Mortgages: Helpful hints for smooth sailing settlements
Property developing: The importance of finding the right property for your investment needs

Regional review - Wairarapa: Our best-kept secret - a growing region with immense potential for property investors, despite the current market
Property Investors’ Federation: News from around the regions
Toolbox: A new online tenancy application form - we look at the pros and cons
Mortgage commentary: Mortgage rates have been on the move again in recent weeks and not always in the right direction for borrowers
Rental statistics: The latest rental returns by region and suburb
House prices: Median prices and total sales by region
Property books: REVIEW: 20 Must-ask Questions For Every Property Investor by Margaret Lomas, plus all the latest books from the Good Returns bookshop
And much more