OLLY NEWLAND: Capital gains tax is not the answer No matter how often the argument against a Capital Gains Tax is put forward, the subject is still popular among those who, it seems, fail to realise that implementing such a tax will solve nothing. The suggestion comes up again and again, and it has almost become an article of faith for ‘the left’ some of whom seem to imbue a Capital Gains Tax (CGT) with mythic powers to right all social wrongs. 14-03-2013 more >>
Solid apartments 'sought-after' Well-built, non-leaky apartments are likely to increase in value because of the collapse of Mainzeal, property commentator Olly Newland says. 15-02-2013 more >>
Newland: Best option? Do nothing Reserve Bank Governor Graeme Wheeler should leave the market well alone, says property commentator Olly Newland. 31-01-2013 more >>
CVs no price guide: Newland Buyers in Auckland cannot expect to use CVs as a guide to house prices, commentator Olly Newland says. 18-01-2013 more >>
Newland slams Trade Me stats Property market commentator Olly Newland has reacted with scepticism to the news that the rental market appears to be softening. 14-01-2013 more >>
Prices set to rise further: Newland Property prices are likely to rise considerably further in New Zealand's main centres, says property investment specialist Olly Newland. 18-06-2012 more >>
