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You do not need to be an NZPIF member to get involved, or to save money on fuel. Learn more. NZPIF has partnered with Kora, a New Zealand-owned fuel card company, to offer supporters access to real fuel discounts at over 390 stations nationwide, including Waitomo and...
A data-led view of property investment in NZ
The story we’ve been getting wrong For years, residential property investors have been painted with a pretty blunt brush. “Unproductive.” “Speculators.” You’ve heard it. So New Zealand Property Investors’ Federation decided to actually test that narrative. The result?...
NZPIF Submission on the Planning Bill
The New Zealand Property Investors Federation has submitted its views on the Planning Bill (Government Bill 235—1), outlining how the changes could help streamline consenting, boost housing supply, and reduce costs for landlords and renters. Read the full submission...
Help Us Change the Narrative
Your Voice Matters Some politicians think a "property investor" is someone with a massive portfolio, playing the market like Monopoly, buying up houses while first-home buyers miss out. Here's who we really are: people who run a small business providing homes for...
New Pet Rules for NZ Rentals: Your Complete Guide to Navigating the Changes (2025)
Finding the right balance between protecting your investment property and meeting tenant demand has never been more important. With new pet rental rules taking effect on 1 December 2025, property investors need to understand exactly what's changing and how to prepare....
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Save on fuel. Fund our advocacy.
You do not need to be an NZPIF member to get involved, or to save money on fuel. Learn more. NZPIF has partnered with Kora, a New Zealand-owned fuel card company, to offer supporters access to real fuel discounts at over 390 stations nationwide, including Waitomo and...
A data-led view of property investment in NZ
The story we’ve been getting wrong For years, residential property investors have been painted with a pretty blunt brush. “Unproductive.” “Speculators.” You’ve heard it. So New Zealand Property Investors’ Federation decided to actually test that narrative. The result?...
NZPIF Submission on the Planning Bill
The New Zealand Property Investors Federation has submitted its views on the Planning Bill (Government Bill 235—1), outlining how the changes could help streamline consenting, boost housing supply, and reduce costs for landlords and renters. Read the full submission...
Labour’s CGT Proposal for the 2026 Election
What you need to know when making your voting choice in 2026 After months and months of speculation about whether or not Labour would run on a Capital Gains Tax (CGT) policy at the next election, they’ve finally made a decision: A special CGT, just for property...
Help Us Change the Narrative
Your Voice Matters Some politicians think a "property investor" is someone with a massive portfolio, playing the market like Monopoly, buying up houses while first-home buyers miss out. Here's who we really are: people who run a small business providing homes for...
Guides & Resources
New Pet Rules for NZ Rentals: Your Complete Guide to Navigating the Changes (2025)
Finding the right balance between protecting your investment property and meeting tenant demand has never been more important. With new pet rental rules taking effect on 1 December 2025, property investors need to understand exactly what's changing and how to prepare....
Rental Bidding – what if a tenant offers you more rent?
Understanding the Rules Around Rental Bidding Wars in New Zealand In Britain, the Labour government is considering a law to prevent ‘Dutch Auctions’ or bidding wars over rental properties. Interestingly, New Zealand’s own Labour government introduced similar...
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A data-led view of property investment in NZ
The story we’ve been getting wrong For years, residential property investors have been painted with a pretty blunt brush. “Unproductive.” “Speculators.” You’ve heard it. So New Zealand Property Investors’ Federation decided to actually test that narrative. The result?...
Fixing Housing: The Economic, Fiscal, and Moral Imperative for New Zealand
Government’s vision for housing Below is an extract from a speech by Housing Minister Chris Bishop to Committee for Auckland in Feb 2026. We think his comments on housing policy in general are important, which is why we've put them here. We recommend reading the full...
NZPIF Submission on the Planning Bill
The New Zealand Property Investors Federation has submitted its views on the Planning Bill (Government Bill 235—1), outlining how the changes could help streamline consenting, boost housing supply, and reduce costs for landlords and renters. Read the full submission...
NZPIF Newsroom
Celebrating Excellence: Meet the 2025 NZPIF Awards Finalists
Proudly presented by NZPIF, Resene & MBIE We're thrilled to announce the finalists for the 2025 NZPIF Awards! These outstanding property investors represent the very best of New Zealand's rental sector—demonstrating professionalism, innovation, and genuine...
New Zealand’s 2024 Top Landlords Crowned
Two South Island investors take the top awards "The NZ Property Investors Federation has crowned New Zealand’s top property investors at their Annual Conference in Christchurch last weekend,” said Matt Ball, NZPIF PR & Advocacy Manager. They are: Steve Pawson...
Meet Our Finalists for the 2024 NZPIF Awards!
We’re excited to announce the finalists for our annual awards, the Renovation of the Year award and the RentSkills awards! This year’s winners will be unveiled at our annual conference this weekend in Christchurch, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to showcase the...
Media Releases
Media Release: New Report Reveals Property Investors Contributed $24.8 Billion to New Zealand’s Economy
Sector sustains 126,000 jobs across the economy The New Zealand Property Investors Federation (NZPIF) has today released new research showing private residential property investors contributed $24.8 billion to GDP and sustain 126,000 full‑time equivalent jobs across...
Media Release: NZPIF welcomes proposed RMA changes
Changes will increase and improve housing supply The NZ Property Investors Federation (NZPIF) today welcomed the Government’s proposed changes to the Resource Management Act. “This is a huge shakeup that should result in better...
Significant OCR cut will help rental market – NZPIF
Media Release – 09 October 2024 "Today's 50 basis point interest rate cut is another sign that there are better times ahead for both property investors and renters," said Matt Ball, spokesperson for the NZ Property Investors' Federation. “To be clear, a lower...