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web ID 11989

53 Surrey Cres, Grey LynnAuction: Wed 28th April (unless sold prior)4beds, 2 baths, elevated great views.

Do-up C.V. $560,000Daniel Beetham 021 709 383

47 Bannerman Rd,Western Springs

Auction: Wed 28th April(unless sold prior)

First time on the market in 53yrs.1 x 6brm; 1 x 3brm; 1 x 2brm;

Solid investment, great location.Greg Whitta 021 992 612

web ID AD11987

city fringeFLYERNOW SELLING

A P R I L 2 0 1 0Youseeoursignseverywhere!

47 Kitenui Ave, Mt AlbertPrice: $By Negotiation

Original condition home inGolden Triangle. 3 bedrooms.Anne Duncan 021 996 426

12 Whittle Pl, New WindsorAuction: Wed 28th April (unless sold prior)3 dbl bedroom amily home. Large,at, enced section. Private outdoorliving ows o lounge/dining area.

Blair Stanaway 021 486 792

web ID AD11974

web ID AD11994

www.anneduncan.co.nz I 09 846 9470

Stay calm advice as privatelandlords wait for tax newsCLEAR signs that theGovernment will change taxrules regarding rental propertymay be causing unnecessaryanxiety among private landlords.

Prime Minister John Key has madeit clear that some changes are onthe agenda in the May budget,but no frm details have beenrevealed and, whatever happens,there will be a lead-in time beorea new regime is introduced.

The advice rom Des Ryder,senior property manager at AnneDuncan Real Estate, is or peopleowning rental properties to staycalm and not make any abruptdecisions.

The central issue here is thatAuckland will always need plentyo rental accommodation, hesays. I people sell their rental

properties because o a ear othe unknown, it will simply openup opportunity or others.

This is an area o supply anddemand, just as it is or generalhome ownership. Rents go upand down according to thepressure o demand and thestrong eeling is that rents will goup in the uture as some peopledecide to quit properties becauseo the potential impact o any taxchanges.

Why would you dump your

rental in a hurry, and get less orit than you might i you sold it ina more measured way lettingothers in at your expense?

Des says he has heard stories olandlords, perhaps with one ortwo properties, thinking abouttaking a hit now and sellingtheir assets beore the changesare revealed.

He doesnt think that is a logicalapproach, especially in the cityringe area where long termcapital gain is virtually assured

and good tenants are easy tofnd.

It could be that any changesto the tax system may have animpact on one side o the rental

ledger, he says, but risingrents will help to balance theequation.

Des says some landlords, perhapsater some bad experiences withtenants, seem to be fnding itjust too hard and the loomingchanges may be making themthink about whether they wantto stay in or the long haul.

For them, he suggests takingthe peace o mind approachand using proessional propertymanagers.

His sta remove the hassle rom

the rental business. Tenants arecareully selected according totheir ability to always pay ontime, treat the property and theneighbours - with respect and

keep it clean and tidy.

There are many people lookingto rent, but every prospect needsto go through identifcation,credit and reerence checks andvigorous quarterly inspections.Any rent arrears are quicklychased up, oten unknown to thelandlord, and maintenance issuesare promptly dealt with as parto the 8% commission. Rents arealso regularly adjusted to keepthem in touch with the market.

Most private owners dont likethe hassle o fnding tenants,checking the property andputting up rents. But thats our

job. Thats what we do, he says.There are great tenants outthere and we pride ourselves onfnding them or our clients.

Chime of wedding bells signalsluck of the Irish, even in love

CUPIDS done his thing and theresbeen something in the air aroundthe Anne Duncan Real Estatecorridors lately two weddings ina month!

Residential sales consultantBlair Stanaway married partnerMandy last month, and at the endo February Helen Duncan, Annesyoungest daughter, married OwenColl.

Owen (28), Irish in upbringingand now a New Zealand policeman,met his bride on St Patricks Dayour years ago at the Muddy

Farmer pub, downtown Auckland.The couple bought a house in Mt

Albert last year, but the weddingwas at Waihi Beach where Anneand husband Ross have a bach.The ceremony was on the beach and then back to a marquee at thebach or the reception.

Helen (24), an occupationaltherapist, and Owen were blessedwith a beautiul day in thecompany o riends and amily,including relatives o the groomwho travelled rom Dublin, Londonand Boston.

Helen and Owen on their wedding day

8/653 New North Rd, Mt AlbertPrice: $By Negotiation

Sunny renovated 1 brm brickunit. Close to transport or walk toKingsland and St Lukes shopping.

Blair Stanaway 021 486 792

web ID AD11993

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Blair Stanaway

021 486 792

Gary Agnew

021 960 533

Des Browne021 555 121

Lynn Margan0274 830 109

Mark Covich021 846 944

Vincent Barnao021 275 8925

Miriam Fan027 292 9778

web ID AD11984

42 Saltaire St, AvondalePrice: $By Negotiation

Contemporary entertainers 2 levelhome, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms,

internal double garage.Lynn Margan 0274 830 109

City Fringe Flyer is a community newsletter and readers should seek proessional guidance beore acting on any advice,opinion or inormation ound in its columns. It is published by Anne Duncan Real Estate Ltd, which cannot accept any

liability or responsibility or any loss or damage suered by any individual or group acting on any material it contains.Editorial inquiries: bruce_morris@xtra.co.nz

Anne Duncan Real Estate Ltd MREINZLICENSED REAL ESTATE AGENT (REAA 2008)

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746 New North Road,Mt Albert, Auckland

Ph 09 846 9470www.anneduncan.co.nz

HOW TO REACH US

PRIME POSITIONWhere: 9 Mons Avenue

Mt Roskill

Price: Auction April 28unless sold prior

John Covich 021 946 933Mark Covich 021 846 944

Greg Whitta021 992 612

John Covich021 946 933

Anne Duncan021 996 426

Daniel Beetham

021 709 383

Josh Powell

021 905 234

Shane Ryder0274 222 585

Rentals

Des Ryder0274 222 334

Rentals

Lauren Barrett021 921 229

Rentals

THINKING OF SELLING?

For an obligation-ree appraisal o yourhome, fll out this slip and drop/post it intoour ofces: 746 New North Rd (oppositeRocket Park). Well make contact ater that.

Your name

Address

Phone

What best describes yourposition? (tick)

Keen to sell now/soon

Need appraisal beforemaking up my mind

Simply interested in whatmy house is worth

BEHIND every house lies a storyand this elegant bungalowsitting high alongside a lovelypohutukawa on the northern sideo Mt Albert Rd hides a tale that isboth sad and inspiring.

Step inside and be blown awayby the quality and class o arenovation that has spared noexpense - superb layout, dcor andfttings that turned a tired old do-up into an absolute eye-catcher.

It was exactly what JeremyPeterson wanted and he cut nocorners in creating a home hedreamed o enjoying orever,beautiully blending old and new.The great sadness is the dreamended in its inancy - Jeremy diedlast year rom cancer, in his mid-50s, just as the renovation wascompleted.

The moving story is told by JohnLincoln, Jeremys best mate whois now executor o the estate.They met around 30 years ago asbankers in Whangarei, climbedhigh up dierent rungs o thecorporate ladder and, eventuallyshrugging o the hassles othe fnance world, ended up aspartners in the home renovationbusiness.

The catalyst or the do-up ventureollowed Johns own sadness fveyears ago in losing his partnerJenny to cancer ater nursing herthrough the illness.

Jeremy, blessed with design skills

that could breathe space and lightinto the tightest challenge, helpedhis mate through the tough times transorming Johns Remuerahome and gently opening the doorto the sunshine o a more cheeruluture.

The project was such a successthat the pair decided toorm a partnership, blendingJeremys design eye with Johnsorganisation skills and adding thefnest tradesmen on oer. Theytook pride in being regarded asperectionists and became knownor renovations o superior class.

When Jeremy bought his ownhome in Mons Ave, he stayed theperectionist. Through his illness hebelieved in his heart he would live

there orever, insisting there wouldbe no compromise on quality.

Its not easy now or John tooversee the sale o a home thatbears the vision, style and energyo his great mate in every room,

nook and cranny.

But theres comort in knowingthat whoever buys this beautiulhome will also contribute to hisriends memory and the welareo the sick and dying because itwas Jeremys generous wish thatthe proceeds o the sale go to theAuckland Hospice.

Such a sad story deserves a happyending, and John knows MonsAve will give endless pleasure to itsnew owners.

They will enjoy one o Mt Roskillsmost delightul homes - threebedrooms (master ensuite),plush bathroom, inviting lounge,dazzling designer kitchen eedingto a generous dining area and

then outside to a huge privatecourtyard with built-in barbecueand city vista. Brilliant or aproessional couple, young amilyor empty nesters perectioncreated by a perectionist.

Add your perfect ending to thispoignant and generous story

15 Duart AvenueMt Albert $930,000

Greg WhittaVincent Barnao

11 Wesley AvenueMt Albert$585,000

Jamie Morrison

29C Fontenoy StMt Albert$595,000

Gary Agnew

1/66 Taylors RdMt Albert$415,000

Miriam fan

47 Morningside DrSt Lukes$545,000

John Covich

26 Ennismore RdMt Albert $510,500

Anne DuncanJosh Powell

34A Chalmers St, AvondalePrice: $430,000

On its own reehold site.Ideal or 1st home buyers.

3 bedrooms, double garageVincent Barnao 021 2758 925

29 Hillview Ave, New WindsorPrice: $By Negotiation

Solid brick home on a ull site,3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and

separate toilet.Roberto De Melo 021 887 646

3/253 Balmoral Rd, SandringhamPrice: $330,000

Tidy brick unit frst time on marketin 16 years. 2 dbl brms with built inrobes. Separate lounge and dining.

Gary Agnew 021 960 533

NOW SELLING NOW SELLING

web ID AD11943

web ID AD11979web ID AD11986

web ID AD11955

web ID AD11978

16B Allendale Rd, Mt AlbertPrice: $By Negotiation

5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 3 cargarage. Floor area 335m2. Land

area 954m2 CV $940,000.Miriam Fan 027 292 9778

web ID AD11992

3/538 Parnell Rd, ParnellPrice: $439,000

Totally renovated with granite kitchen& tiled bathroom. 2 double brms.

Dbl Grammar ZoneDaniel Beetham 021 709 383

web ID AD11967 web ID AD11941 web ID AD11983 web ID AD11970web ID AD11951

2/78 Aroha Ave, SandringhamPrice: $295,000

Tidy 2 brm ground oor unit mod-ern kitchen and bathroom, & single

carport with lockable storage.Mark Bailey 021 714 799

4 Horwell Pl, AvondalePrice: By Negotiation

Elevated sunny 3 brm, 1960sbungalow with polished oors and

huge deck in quiet cul-de-sac.Lynn Margan 0274 830 109

2B La Veta Ave, Mt AlbertPrice: $By Negotiation

4 brm, 3 bathrm B & T home withgreat in/outdoor ow. Plenty o

space and very private.Vincent Barnao 021 2758 925

3B Seaview TceMt Albert $343,500

Daniel BeethamLynn Margan

Great works are perormed, not by strength, but by perseverance (Samuel Johnson) An eye or an eye only ends up making the whole world blind (Gandhi)

35 Seaview Tce, Mt AlbertPrice: $By Negotiation

4 brm, recently reurbished bungalowwith modern kitchen, 2 bathrooms

and great living.Anne Duncan 021 996 426Josh Powell 021 905 234

web ID AD11969

www.anneduncan.co.nz

Cheryl Ware021 277 1774

Roberto de Melo021 887 646

Jamie Morrison

021 684 400

Mark Bailey021 714 799

74 New Windsor RdNew Windsor Price: $669,000

Large 4 brm amily home on1957m2 section. An approved

subdivision o 1 or possible 2 sites.Jamie Morrison 021 684 400

Jeremy Peterson cut no cornersin turning the 1920s bungalowinto one of Mt Roskills mostdelightful homes

3 Rhodes Ave, Mt AlbertPrice: $By Negotiation

Oozing street appeal & period charmthis 1920s character bungalow

eatures 3 brms, inviting living andspacious dining and large kitchen.

John Covich 021 946 933Mark Covich 021 846 944

16A Sadgrove Tce, Mt AlbertPrice: $By Negotiation

Views abound rom this largeamily home with sel containedaccommodation in a desirable

street on the mountain.Anne Duncan 021 996 426

Vincent Barnao 021 2758 925

web ID AD11934

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WITH buildings and people

high on the list o things hecant do without, it seemed prettylogical that Mark Bailey would endup in real estate.

Mark, the latest addition to theAnne Duncan residential salesteam, arrived back in Aucklandrom UK last year with a frst-class

honours degreein architecture and a reputationas a man goingplaces.

In his 10 years

in Britain, Markblended hisa r c h i t e c t u r a lbackground with

property renovation and branchedout into the IT world, becominga driving orce in a digital designagency opening his eyes to thereal potential o property.

He brings those same skills to theAnne Duncan team, concentratingon Pt Chevalier properties plusthe bonus o IT experience thatover time will add to the power othe company website and profle.

Mark and wie Sarah havebought a home in Mt Albert andsons Joseph and Francis are happilymaking new riends at St FrancisPrimary School in Pt Chevalier.Dad has wasted no time in rollingup his sleeves volunteering histime at the school and quickly

joining the PTA. Hes even helpedout in the classroom, giving a talkto senior pupils studying naturaldisasters about his experiencesas an eyewitness to the 1987Edgecumbe earthquake.

When hes not selling houses andcontributing to his local community,Mark enjoys spending time withhis amily and at the momentthat involves the slightly risky areao bikes and skateboards!

Mark this one down - a propertyman with ample strings to his bow

REAL Estate Institute statisticsshow the wider Mt Albertresidential market has come oits record highs o late last year,but is still holding up throughthe uncertainty over tax changesleading up to the May budget.

Three-month median data orthe area (covering Kingsland, MtAlbert, Owairaka, Sandringhamand Waterview) to the end oFebruary showed a 1.4% drop inprices compared to January.

But median statistics should notbe seen as an indication o overallprice movement because they canbe distorted by a higher proportiono lower or higher priced housesin any given period (producing, orexample, a record high median o

$610,000 in December).

The latest statistics reveal therewere just 28 sales in the area inFebruary (hal Septembers leveland ar away rom the peak o 173sales in November 2003).

The decline in volume suggestsbuyers are biding their time. Butwith interest rates still down andlistings picking up, there are plentyo opportunities available.

QV statistics also came up withan interesting result over thefnal quarter o 2009 makingSandringham Aucklands biggest

mover. Using its E-Valuer onlinetool (which gives a moving priceor virtually every house in thecountry), QV ound Sandringhamprices zoomed 9.1% last quarter.

IF you want a bargain, mark downMay 22 in your diary. MaristPrimary School is holding a megagarage sale in its hall that day andyoull have a ball browsing throughthe bargains. Doors open at 8am.

WONDER what all that flmingactivity was about in OakfeldAve a month or so back? A flmcrew and all the add-on equipmentand vehicles took over the streetor a ew days, transporting a sliceo Dunedin to Mt Albert.

The flm is a made-or-TV dramaabout the celebrated case o aSouth Arican psychiatrist accusedo poisoning his wie in Dunedinabout 10 years ago.

Why Oakfeld Ave and notDunedin? It seems Auckland has

a ready supply o technical staand, ater much searching, the MtAlbert cul-de-sac with its nice oldbungalows was selected as perectto represent the character o thesouthern city.

city fringeFLYER

web ID AD11985

67B Morningside Dr, Mt AlbertPrice: $By Negotiation

Perect city ringe home orthe busy urban proessionals.3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms.John Covich 021 946 933Mark Covich 021 846 944

4/165A Carrington Rd, Mt AlbertPrice: $By Negotiation

Ideal investment property. 2 bedroomduplex just minutes to Unitec. Tidy,

convenient,aordableJamie Morrison 021 684 400

17 Weston Ave, Mt AlbertPrice: $By Negotiation

Perect home or the modern dayamily. 3dbl brms, and great living

areas and pool.Anne Duncan 021 996 426

8A Toroa Tce, Mt AlbertPrice: $1,125,000

Private, secure, this exclusive homehas uninterrupted city views. One levelliving and outstanding outdoor areas.

Anne Duncan 021 996 426

23A Fontenoy St, Mt AlbertPrice: $By Negotiation

3 double bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms.Internal garage. Only a short walk

to Gladstone School & UnitecMiriam Fan 027 292 9778

web ID AD11966

3/34 Kitenui Ave. Mt AlbertPrice: $By NegotiationA 2 dble bdrm unit, prime position.Neat & tidy with single garage andGladstone & MAGS School Zones.

Anne Duncan 021 996 426

web ID AD11990

79D Holly St, AvondalePrice: $By Negotiation

A private retreat down driveway.Light and bright eaturing 3

bedrooms over 2 levels.Josh Powell 021 905 234

web ID AD11973

5/22 Blockhouse Bay RdAvondale. Price $399,000

Spacious 2 level townhouse with3brms. Enjoys private outdoorliving surrounded by greenery.

John Covich 021 946 933Mark Covich 021 846 944

web ID AD11960

web ID AD11988 web ID AD11975 web ID AD11953

NOW SELLING

The best contraceptive or old people is nudity (Phyllis Diller)

Mark Bailey

Well tuned ready andwaiting for your call!

Its not only the All Blacks thatneed their batteries recharged even a champion team likethe Anne Duncan organisationcan do with some primingrom time to time.

The crew is just back rom athree-day team-building orayto New Plymouth, involvinga gentle car rally on the wayrequiring the completion o astack o un tasks.

In town a motivationalspeaker gave the inspiration,and archery and shootingintroduced resh targets. Then,while the boys went fshing(dinner or the evening), thegirls walked, shopped andtasted the local wine.

Hard work, but someonesgot to do it. The result: a fnelytuned team, primed and readyto go!