I'm all for an optimistic outlook but unfortunately New Zealand’s property market is still in a "house price slump". Don't take my word for it, AFR were reporting on the sad state of affairs that's crippling so many old dopey retirees only a week or so ago:
https://www.copyright link/property/residential/nz-housing-market-gives-first-time-buyers-a-whiff-of-opportunity-20230928-p5e8cf
GLTAH!
