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flag More New Zealand buyers want move-in-ready homes due to high costs and shortages, reducing demand for fixer-uppers.

flag A growing number of New Zealand homebuyers are favoring move-in-ready or renovated homes over fixer-uppers, with 49% seeking updated properties and only 6% targeting do-it-yourself projects, according to a Trade Me survey of 2,200 buyers. flag Rising construction costs and a desire for budget and time certainty are driving the shift. flag A major shortage of suitable renovated homes—cited by 51% of buyers as the top barrier—creates strong demand, while most homeowners aren’t renovating to sell. flag Despite the holiday season, property searches remain active, with increased viewing and watchlist activity in January and February. flag Sellers of unrenovated homes are advised to adjust pricing or use digital staging to improve appeal.

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