For everyone buying their first house is a dream come true, but proper procedure needs to be followed otherwise the task becomes a nightmare. It is imperative for the buyer to take a close look at every activity and aspect related to a property deal before making the final decision. Here are some pointers to keep in mind for the same: 1. Clear title Make sure that the seller has a clear title and is free from any encumbrances. Check the property documents for a period of a minimum of 12 years. Ask for the following documents from the buyer:...

It seems that there are more reserves in the famous Kupe gas and oil field than we first thought. Significantly more! It’s just been reported that the offshore field in Taranaki has announced a 23% increase in gas reserves meaning that the field’s life is likely to be extended well beyond the 15 to 20  years that was originally expected when it first came on stream in 2009. This is major news as far as the New Zealand energy industry is concerned.  Kupe provides approximately 15% of New Zealand’s annual gas demand, and about 50% of NZ’s anticipated LPG demand...