How are we helping a client build a $135k per annum passive income – after tax 

March 23, 2022

In 2009, Mr and Mrs Brown approached Erskine Owen with a clear goal: retire in 2029, with $135,000 per year income after tax.   Erskine Owen directors Alan Henderson and Lisa Phillips got to work. Working backwards from their 2029 financial goal, they put together a 20-year plan to achieve it through intelligent property investment.   The…

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Is the NZ Property Party Over?

December 21, 2021
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In the year to September inflation hit 4.9%, the highest in a decade, and mortgage rates have risen rapidly. As a property investor it is natural to be concerned about the impact on property prices and yields…and ask is the property party over? Inflation While the inflation rate has startled some investors, the real question…

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How to invest in property without buying a house

November 11, 2021

Sky-high house prices make it hard to buy a first home, let alone a rental property, but experts say there are ways to invest in property without buying a house. Investing in residential rental property has long been New Zealanders’ favoured means of building wealth, or saving for retirement. But a host of Government and…

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More investors cashing out of residential property, some going into commercial – research

November 11, 2021

More investors are cashing out of residential properties – and some intend to put their money into commercial buildings, recent data and commentary suggests. An October Tony Alexander Portfolio Investment Survey shows of 1753 respondents, a net 19 percent intend to reduce their residential property investments over the next year. A net 2 percent intend to buy commercial property,…

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Investors eye commercial over residential

November 5, 2021

Investors switching from residential property in favour of commercial are driving strong interest in industrial sites and buildings across the country despite pandemic uncertainty. Alan Henderson, Director at property company Erskine Owen, said there is growing interest in commercial property because investors want a simple and long-term investment. “Residential investment is expensive, with landlords already…

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Westland Property Syndicate LP – Investment Summary Video

October 28, 2021

Westland Property Syndicate LP This offer will provide investors with the opportunity to invest in a high-quality industrial building with a long established tenant, Pegasus Engineering Limited, servicing the construction and infrastructure development sectors in the South Island. The property is located alongside other well-known NZ brands in the Izone Business Hub in Rolleston, one…

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Westland Property Syndicate LP – Webinar Recording

October 28, 2021

Westland Property Syndicate LP at 6.25% p.a* projected cash return paid monthly EO Director Alan Henderson speaks to key members of the business who were instrumental in bringing this investment opportunity to you. Watch the webinar recording below to learn more about the Westland Property Syndicate. Video timeline: 00:48 Lisa Phillips, EO Director, talks about…

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Erskine Owen in-house mortgage service – smarter loans since 2011

September 16, 2021

1. Our mortgage service has been helping hundreds of clients in Erskine Owen since 2011 Our mortgage brokering service offers the most comprehensive financial solution to our clients. Every year we cater to many clients for their mortgage needs so that they can meet their financial goals. We’re based in Auckland, but thanks to the technology, we’re able to help clients everywhere in New…

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A property purchase story – achieving a gross yield of 3.45%

September 16, 2021

29 William Ave, Manurewa was secured on behalf of our clients through an auction process with the purchase price of $902,500 in July. The 1960’s-built weatherboard home with open plan living comprises of three bedrooms, one bathroom and one separate garage presented in tidy condition. The property had established tenants who wished to stay on.…

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Erskine Owen’s Syndication Journey

August 27, 2021

1. Our own property investment journey started in residential property Naturally, residential property was our focus when we started the business, buying residential property. Residential property is not really a yield play – it’s about long-term equity growth. And therefore, we were laser focussed on achieving maximum capital growth. Our recommendations to clients of where…

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