There's no need for leveraged homeowners to panic as interest rates ratchet up, but stress could start being felt downstream as more rate hikes seem on the cards.
Whether Peter Thiel's rich lister lodge falls within the 'visual requirements' for an outstanding natural landscape has become the central theme in his battle with the local authority.
There are places to get help to get your home buying dreams over the line, and these days, most first home buyers will need to look into every option.
Resource consent hearing moves into its second day today for Peter Thiel's dream Wānaka lodge.