Property Know-How Seminars - Hall 2

Here’s your opportunity to get the lowdown on the Auckland property market with the Herald Homes Property Know-How Seminars; a packed timetable of property industry professionals dispensing their knowledge for free to Auckland Home Show visitors.

Top speakers include Janet Xuccoa from Gilligan Rowe and Associates, covering changes in the recent Budget and how it effects property, managing trusts and asset protection; Homebase will present on how to present your home for sale, to achieve maximum return on your largest investment; and Fresh Eyes will tell you how to make the spaces in your home or rental more usable, to attract better tenants or gain a better sale price.

These must-see 25 minute seminars will run every half hour from 10.30am to 4.00pm daily in Hall 2.

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10.30am – Still In Love With Property?

Presented by Steve Starke of Property Tutors

If you think property investing is far from dead, you’re right! The fundamentals are still in play; the ball has a little less air and is shaped a little differently – find out more…

Steve Starke is the General Manager of PropertyTutors Ltd, NZs number 1 Property Education specialists. PropertyTutors was formed as a strategic alliance between Sean Wood, “The 15 Million Dollar Man”, and high profile businessman and realtor Don Ha.

 

11.00am – Refresh Your Investment

Presented by Impressions Real Estate

Is your property tired and dated? Are you chasing off your best tenants? Get professional advice including tips & hints on how to increase the value of your investment and attract quality tenants.

Aaron Tunstall of Impression Real Estate has experience with the development of over 2500 investment properties and now operates one of Auckland's largest Property Management Companies.

 

11.30am – Putting Together Your Colour Scheme   

Presented by Sarah Gregory of Resene

Learn tips and tricks from a colour professional so you can take your favourite colours and swatches and confidently design colour schemes that suit you and your lifestyle.  Learn how to make the most of your space.

Sarah Gregory is a Resene Colour Consultant with extensive experience working with a wide range of clients to help them achieve their desired decorating results. In her work she has found that the best colour schemes are where the colours fit the client’s personality and lifestyle, not the other way around.

 

12.00pm – Designer Makeovers on the Smell of an Oily Rag

Presented by Anthea Baker-Shreeve of Fresh Eyes

Have you been living in your house for ages and it’s become a bit stale? Are you getting ready to sell? Or are you tarting up your rental? Find out how to renovate and get the big look without the big money!

Anthea Baker-Shreeve has renovated many houses herself and this was the inspiration for setting up a Property Makeover Advice service called ‘Fresh Eyes’ specialising in offering designer advice using cost effective ideas and techniques.

 

12.30pm – Tax, Asset Protection and Insolvency

Presented by Janet Xuccoa of Gilligan Rowe & Associates

Want to know how the tax changes might affect you?  Need help protecting your assets?  Having insolvency trouble? Want free advice?  Come and listen to get the answers and to take advantage of the free advice offered.

Janet Xuccoa is a Partner at GRA – Inaugural Winner NZ Corporate Trustee of the Year. She holds accounting and law degrees and is a renowned national speaker and author.  She has gained much knowledge and experience from working in NZ law and accounting firms which she will share with you.

 

1.00pm – Housing As A Small Business

Presented by Steve Starke of Property Tutors

Knowing that you can provide a service and build in strong medium to long term security for yourself and your capital is a good idea – isn’t it? – find out more…

Steve Starke is the General Manager of PropertyTutors Ltd, NZs number 1 Property Education specialists. PropertyTutors was formed as a strategic alliance between Sean Wood, “The 15 Million Dollar Man”, and high profile businessman and realtor Don Ha.

 

1.30pm – Confidence with Colour  

Presented by Sarah Gregory of Resene

Learn how to use colour confidently and effectively to suit your lifestyle and personality, and to maximise the appeal of your home.  Clever yet simple ideas, tips and tricks that you can try out for yourself.

Sarah Gregory is a Resene Colour Consultant with extensive experience working with a wide range of clients to help them achieve their desired decorating results. In her work she has found that the best colour schemes are where the colours fit the client’s personality and lifestyle, not the other way around.

 

2.00pm – Maximise Your Investment Property Return

Presented by Impressions Real Estate

Even if you are a seasoned investor or simply thinking of investing in property you will learn how to maximise your tax benefits, minimise your vacancies and maximise your rents. We will give you tips on how to find the right property manager and understanding the Residential Tenancy Act.

Aaron Tunstall of Impression Real Estate has experience with the development of over 2500 investment properties and now operates one of Auckland's largest Property Management Companies.

 

2.30pm – Property, Tax and Asset Protection

Presented by Janet Xuccoa of Gilligan Rowe & Associates

Want to know about the property market right now?  Scared about the tax changes?  Want to know how to capitalize on interest rates?  Need to protect your assets? Want free advice?  Come and listen to get the answers and to take advantage of the free advice offered.

Janet Xuccoa is a Partner at GRA – Inaugural Winner NZ Corporate Trustee of the Year. She holds accounting and law degree, is a renowned national speaker and author.  She has gained much knowledge and experience from working in NZ law and accounting firms which she will share with you.

 

3.00pm – Making Money by Home Staging

Presented by Anthea Baker-Shreeve of Homebase

Why jeopardise tens of thousands of dollars off your sale price by poorly presenting your property for sale. Learn the successful tips for preparing your property for sale from the industry experts.

Anthea Baker-Shreeve is from Homebase, Auckland’s leading Home Staging Company. Anthea works with Home Owners, Real Estate Agents and Landlords, to create a lasting first impression, resulting in a faster sale and significantly higher sale price.

 

3.30pm – Snakes and Lizards and the Budget

Presented by Janet Xuccoa of Gilligan Rowe & Associates

Learn about the changes the Government are intending to introduce; what those changes mean to householders and property owners; the steps you can take to capitalise on the proposed changes and how to get ahead in the money game.

Janet Xuccoa is a Partner at GRA – Inaugural Winner NZ Corporate Trustee of the Year. She holds accounting and law degree, is a renowned national speaker and author.  She has gained much knowledge and experience from working in NZ law and accounting firms which she will share with you.

 

4.00pm – Why You Can’t Afford To Ignore Property

Presented by Steve Starke of Property Tutors

An increasing amount of kiwis are renting. If that’s to continue, a range of investors are needed. Some will stay small, others will make it their passion – which could you be? Find out more…

Steve Starke is the General Manager of PropertyTutors Ltd, NZs number 1 Property Education specialists. PropertyTutors was formed as a strategic alliance between Sean Wood, “The 15 Million Dollar Man”, and high profile businessman and realtor Don Ha.