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No money for food, power

The number of retirement-aged Kiwis waiting for social housing is rising, as a Christchurch-based provider calls on the Government to act now to prevent a looming crisis. Yesterday, the Christchurch Methodist Mission presented a petition signed by...

One for your diary.

Summerset’s Nationwide Open Day is on Sunday 13 September. All 40 of our villages are open, so if you’re curious about retirement village living, don’t wonder, come have a wander. Love the life you choose. Sunday 13 September 10am-2pm summerset.co.nz

Tens of millions to pay unlucky bidders

The Government has set aside tens of millions of dollars to pay out unsuccessful bidders for big public-private infrastructure projects. The new policy, introduced at the end of last year, aims to improve the quality of bids for major infrastructure...

Family’s tiny heart hero

Esther and Simon Manville’s son Asher was born at Whanganui Hospital in April 2024. As their seventh child, Esther Manville, a practising midwife, thought she was well prepared for her new baby, but something was different. Asher was born prematurely...

Future of key Northland marine rā hui in doubt

The future of Northland’s two landmark marine protection areas is uncertain as the Government moves to strip regional councils’ powers to make rules for fishing and fishery resources. The Government says fisheries management should be handled...

Weed wars

Heated competition between rival Vietnamese cannabis growing syndicates led to a spate of violent episodes across Auckland, according to a police intelligence report. There were 19 home invasions, kidnappings, shootings or aggravated robberies...

PNBHS to run bus service

Palmerston North Boys’ High School has stepped in to run a new bus service to ensure secondary students in Tangimoana and Rongotea can get to school following cuts to Ministry of Education routes. The rural area west of the city was affected by a...

Cleanup cost now over $12m

More spent Highway than cleaning 3 through $12 million up Awakino and has repairing already Gorge State been after heavy rain caused extensive damage in April. New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi asset and operations group general manager Andrew...

NEW CHAPTER FOR HURST FAMILY

On a wintry day, the faintest of sea breezes wafts along the yard as Colin Hurst opens the office door to the cow shed. Inside, his son, Nick, and contract milker Jamie Harris are on a video meeting, ticking off a work list from a propped up...

Paw patrol

A dog poo problem at a Blenheim park is ruining the fun for fed up kindergarten children. Four-year-olds at Springlands Kindergarten visit Sheps’ Park in Blenheim every fortnight as part of their learning. But an ongoing issue with some owners not...

Accused: Man died after she sat on him

Awoman defending a murder charge told police she sat on a man through a tent until he stopped moving, a High Court jury has been told. The Crown alleges Rachael Anne Eddy, 51, murdered her long-time friend, who was also homeless, Ross Kennedy, 63,...

Restoration on track

It is full steam ahead for the restoration of the Mataura Railway Station. Railway Heritage Trust executive officer Barry O’Donnell announced on Monday that work on the project would begin this month. It comes just over a year after Rail Minister...

Plan for multi-storey acute services building

Anew multi-storey building for acute services is planned at Hawke’s Bay Hospital in Hastings. Health New Zealand’s head of delivery infrastructure and investment group Simon Trotter said it was progressing the hospital’s redevelopment as part of the...

‘Delay tactics’

The Bay of Plenty Regional Council is trialling repair options for the deteriorating Ō hau Channel diversion wall, with a decision on the structure’s future likely early next year. Lake advocates say the work falls short of a commitment to fix the...

Get that Spider-Man smile

Superhero-loving youngsters will be thrilled to clean their teeth with the Spider-Maninspired Oral-B iO Kids electric toothbrush. The Marvel superhero graces the sleek black toothbrush, designed with dentists to deliver powerful cavity protection for...

Trust buys precinct to revive Gisborne CBD

Trust Tairāwhiti has confirmed its acquisition of the Emerald Hotel and several neighbouring properties in what it calls “a significant step towards revitalising Gisborne’s city centre”. The precinct is next to the Gladstone Road Bridge, along the...

MODERN LIVING, STEPS FROM THE VILLAGE 2

If you're looking for a modern home that offers space, sun, convenience and low-maintenance living, 31 Arcus Way deserves a visit. Beautifully presented, this freehold home is spread across two levels and offers 117sqm of easy-care living. With outdoor...

Get that Spider-man smile

Superhero-loving youngsters will be thrilled to clean their teeth with the Spider-maninspired Oral-b io Kids electric toothbrush. The Marvel superhero graces the sleek black toothbrush, designed with dentists to deliver powerful cavity protection for...

Proposal stumps forestry

Changes to council rating policies could leave Carterton with unmanaged pine forests, a Wellington agricultural investment bank says. Carterton District Council is consulting on a proposal to introduce a targeted roading rate that could result in...

World title bout beckons for Muay Thai pro

There’s an adage in sport that you have to lose one to win one and, while it probably doesn’t stand up to much scrutiny, Emma Diprose is hoping it works for her. The pro Muay Thai fighter from Te Puke was second best to Brazilian Rosemary Amorim in a...

A sign of the times

Nothing says “Welcome to Hamilton” quite like a dumped three-seater sofa, trimmed in mouldy grey velour. Spooked by a “horrifying” bill, Hamilton city leaders have scrapped a project to replace the city’s decrepit welcome signs. And in a sign of the...

In his father’s wake

SIXTY years after Queenstown filmmaker Brad Stent’s father won one of the oldest boat races on the Thames in London, his son is making the trip there with just six weeks of training. ‘‘I feel I’ve had many crazy ideas in my life. This has probably...

Polar blast makes roads perilous

A POLAR blast caused major disruption north of Dunedin and inland of the city on Monday, as heavy snow closed some major routes and made others almost impassable. And on Tuesday it is expected to be even worse. Heavy snow closed State Highway 1...

Emails surface in wagyu case

The embattled founder of the NZ Wagyu beef empire is facing fresh scrutiny as “potentially undermining” new emails surface in court. The revelations are linked to the disputed sale of a Canterbury farm currently subject to a High Court freeze order –...

Hello

Ihave to admit, the first time I took a day excursion to Piopiotahi Milford Sound, the boat was so packed with people and the return bus trip felt so excruciatingly long and uncomfortable I swore that despite the truly aweinspiring, literally...

Crisis cafe offers support

For many people experiencing mental distress or addictionrelated crises, hospital emergency departments can become the default place to seek help. But a new service in Kaita¯ia aims to offer something different. Te Whare Tau, a crisis recovery cafe...

Himalayan toll still climbing

RESCUERS in Nepal and China raced on Sunday to find thousands of people missing after a glacier collapse unleashed a catastrophic mudslide across the Himalayas, as they faced challenging weather conditions and rising water levels. Authorities said the...

Hello,

As we head further into the second half of the year, welcome to the latest edition of Allied Media’s Your Healthcare Providers 2026, your handy guide to the health professionals and services supporting the wellbeing of Christchurch...

Welcome

Being someone’s true love means that you accept them for the person they are, and that you do not wish to change them. Saying ‘‘I love you’’ in front of the world is what your wedding day is all about. It means standing by the one you love during those...

‘Today is your day. You’re off to great places. You’re off and away. Oh the places you’ll go.’

Inland from Lake Coleridge, Canterbury

Land lies bleeding

A bold plan to convert erosionprone East Coast land to permanent forest is gathering dust. Is the region doomed for a repeat of the devastation wrought by Cyclone Gabrielle?

Killer looks

The cast of new comedy Spa Weekend (from left) Anna Faris, Leslie Mann, Isla Fisher and Michelle Buteau were locked, loaded and ready to pose at the Las Vegas premiere.

STAR JUMPS DUA LEAPER!

You would be jumping for joy too if you were on your eighth holiday of the year like pop sensation Dua Lipa. The London-based singer swapped the stage for a luxury yacht on the coast of Ibiza, where she made quite a splash, perhaps in celebration of...

PEPPERED FILET MIGNON WITH SAUCE AU POIVRE

A classic filet mignon never goes out of style. Wrapping the eye fillet in bacon before portioning keeps each steak beautifully shaped and adds richness as it cooks. Finished with a silky brandy and pepper sauce, it’s a timeless combination that’s just...

Beef + Lamb NZ awaits Trump’s OK

New Zealand is well placed for its beef to be picked up as part of an emergency tariff-free quota being ushered into the United States by President Donald Trump, but Beef + Lamb New Zealand say it is too soon to tell if local product will benefit from...

Southland

Deer farming and dairy grazing couple, Tony & Michelle Roberts, proudly built their farming business from the ground up and this year took home the title of 2026 National Ambassadors for Sustainable Farming and Growing.

Quiz

1. Which 1992 film is best remembered for the Whitney Houston cover of I Will Always Love You, which was written in 1974 by Dolly Parton, who died last week? 2. Following the breakdown of trade talks between the US and Canada, what did Donald Trump...

‘Come clean’

The final costs of upgrades to Premier House are yet to be released, with Labour complaining that Prime Minister Christopher Luxon needs to “come clean about the bill”. The Department of Internal Affairs (DIA), which is overseeing work at the...

CAMELLIAS & COUNTRY CHARM

- An amazing tour of a special plant collection and Hurunui haven.

HOW WE TRAVEL

Because it is important for our journalists to have first-hand experience, it can be necessary to accept assistance from travel operators. However, we never promise positive coverage in return.

THE LEAFY STOP’S VEGG MAYO SUB

When Georgie Harvey and Peter Glasbergen opened The Leafy Stop in Kilbirnie, there was one recipe Harvey knew had to be on the menu from day one: the vEgg Mayo Sub. Packed with plant-based protein and nostalgic comfort, it quickly built a loyal local...

Making space for culture and language

Last week, our whare had a little more lea fakaTonga in it, a little more of the Tongan language. I was more intentional about speaking to my children, encouraging them to respond and making space for conversations that might otherwise be hurried past...

KARORI

Tender closing 2 September 2026 at 1pm This classic bungalow is packed with charm while offering something increasingly rare in Karori - a huge backyard with genuine development potential. Positioned towards the front of the section, the existing...

The backers, the boss and your budget

Breaking down the new kid on the block and her party’s policies

Three arrested following Turners Sports burglary

Three people have been arrested following a burglary at Turners Sports in Feilding two weekends ago, with the local business praising the determination and investigative work of the Feilding Police Prevention Team. The Manchester Street business was...

Smart design for timeless appeal

There’s a nice thing happening right now. Design is slowing down, warming up, and getting more personal. The trends aren’t about chasing the shiny and new. They’re about creating spaces that feel calm, grounded, genuinely yours. Whether you’re...

Baa-rilliant result

The annual Daffodil Day sheep sale at the Matawhero Saleyards yesterday raised a record $91,000 for the Cancer Society Gisborne East Coast. Tairāwhiti farmers donated 330 head to the sale and they sold like hotcakes. Last year’s sale raised more than...

MERIVALE 18 Allister Avenue

Auction: Thursday September 3, 2026 from 10am (unless sold prior) Open home: August 30, 1.45pm-2.15pm Agents: Brendan Hart 027 510 6525 Cameron Bailey 027 555 7079 Harcourts Gold Licensed Agent REAA 2008 Offering quintessential Merivale character,...

The bedding breakdown: Choosing your ideal bed linen

Whether you want to keep warm in July or stay cool in January, understanding your fabric options makes all the difference. We help you pick the best bed linen for your needs and budget, comparing cotton, linen, wool, and synthetics for warmth, cooling,...

Don't leave home ‘til you've seen the country

There are a number of adverts from the early 1980s that live long in the memory, but the classic tourism one particularly resonates. Imploring New Zealanders to explore their own backyard before travelling overseas, it made a powerful point about what...

HISTORY COR NER

John Drayton sent in this image of a class from St Mary’s School in Colombo St, Christchurch. “My wife is in the top left corner, then as Jean McConnell,” he says. “I pick [it was taken] about 1955 or 57. Jean is currently 83 years old.” Drayton also...

Pack a suitcase efficiently

Better yet, if you can fit everything into a carry-on.

Sew on a button

Or mend a tear. You don’t need to be a seamstress – just know your way around a needle and thread.

THAT’S THE SPIRIT

Farah Palmer Cup season preview

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Wānaka’s sewage being spread on Central farm

Wanaka ā wastewater containing 6500 times the level of E. coli permitted in industry guidelines is being dumped on Central Otago farmland. In January, Otago Regional Council granted liquid waste management firm SJ Allen resource consent to discharge...

Warning cap may affect services

The government’s proposed 4% rates cap could lead to reduced council service levels and delay key projects, the Waitaki district mayor says. And there have been calls for socalled unfunded mandates from government to stop, as well as fears that...

EDITOR’S LETTER

With Deputy Editor Lifestyle Magazines Laura Hampson For over three decades, Shortland Street has woven itself into the fabric of New Zealand life. So far, it’s clocked up more than 8200 episodes, will celebrate its 35th birthday in May next year and,...

Waikato film scene steps into spotlight

Twenty-five years ago, a littleknown farm outside Matamata became Middle-earth. Now Waikato is trying to turn that movie magic into something bigger. Hobbiton remains the region’s most famous connection to Hollywood, but beyond the green hills and...

MILSON

Price By Negotiation This well presented home offers a great balance of comfort, style and lowmaintenance living. Recent upgrades: • Interior and exterior painting • New Bathroom • New carpet & vinyl • New drapes, curtains and blinds The...

Keeping the numbers, the advice and the work close to home

Straightedge Accounting director and principal accountant Brett Crombie spent six years driving tour buses through Geraldine before he ever thought of living here. Last year he moved his family and his practice from Dunedin to the town he kept...

Teaching children to be champions for our waterways

An education programme getting children out of the classroom and into their local waterways to learn about the health of rivers and how they can help protect eels/tuna is making a big splash. The Te Tuna Tāone Urban Eel programme was set up in 2018 to...

Standing together for Ohoka

Ohoka has never been considered suitable for a largescale, residential development, Waimakariri Mayor Dan Gordon says. He was speaking at the handing over of a petition, signed by over 3000 people — more than the population of the small village...

NEW CHAPTER FOR HURST FAMILY

On a wintry day, the faintest of sea breezes wafts along the yard as Colin Hurst opens the office door to the cow shed. Inside, his son, Nick, and contract milker Jamie Harris are on a video meeting, ticking off a work list from a propped up...

Ayrburn’s slice of heaven

KIWI icon Sir Dave Dobbyn will play his first public gig in Queenstown in more than seven years, at Arrowtown’s Ayrburn, this November — see page 3 for more.

Butter up 157% in a decade: Food prices hit record high

Some essential food items have increased in price twice as fast as wages have risen over the past 10 years. New Zealand has gone through a long period of foodprice inflation, particularly propelled through the postCovid period, but while price rises...

Come along to the Mt Pleasant Art Exhibition: 11-12 SEPTEMBER The Art Exhibition is set to transform the Mt Pleasant Community Centre into a vibrant art gallery for two days.

Come along to the ticketed Gala Evening opening on Friday 11th September 6pm - 9pm (R18), featuring an exciting live auction. The fun continues on Saturday 12th September from 9am - 3pm, with a gold coin donation for entry. Bring the family down on...

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Teaching children to be champions for our waterways

An education programme getting children out of the classroom and into their local waterways to learn about the health of rivers and how they can help protect eels/tuna is making a big splash. The Te Tuna Tāone Urban Eel programme was set up in 2018 to...

Teaching children to be champions for our waterways

An education programme getting children out of the classroom and into their local waterways to learn about the health of rivers and how they can help protect eels/tuna is making a big splash. The Te Tuna Tāone Urban Eel programme was set up in 2018 to...

College marks milestone

Three longstanding Dunedin educators are defending their profession against government attacks as their college marks a major milestone. The University of Otago College of Education Te Kura Ākau Taitoka is celebrating 150 years of teacher training...

Umpire reaches highest level

A South Canterburybased hockey umpire has reached the pinnacle of the position. Earlier this month Ben Grant was promoted to the FIH (International Hockey Federation) leading panel, the highest level in international umpiring. Grant said he began...

Bluff to anchor blue economy

Aquaculture is set to have “transformational economic impact” on Southland over the next 1030 years, business leaders heard on Tuesday. Great South regional strategy general manager Bobbi Brown said recent developments had moved the sector from...

Going above & beyond

Shiny black Chrysler’s are the favourite car of Diane Ross. She owns two. Her favourite is a 1936 Convertible Coupe, which she has owned for more than 50 years. It has its original AA badge and factory radio. The other is a PT Cruiser, which Diane...

THUMP, RATTLE, BANG Noisy speed humps driving residents mad

driving and bouncing over them making loud noises. The cushions have been stripped across Southfield Dr in Lincoln at the Edward St end. Southfield Dr has become a major thoroughfare because of the roadworks on Gerald St, the main route through the...

Drones raise theft fears for residents

Taieri Mouth residents believe a recent uptick in drone flights in the coastal village may be linked to criminal activity. Taieri Mouth Amenities Society president Sue Keith posted on social media this week highlighting community concerns, saying a...

Cromwell student’s ski-racing dream brings Everest legend to town

A very special fundraising occasion is coming to Cromwell’s Te Puna Mahara next month. It is a celebration of three very strong, high-achieving women in our local region. The guest speaker is a New Zealand legend - the first woman in the world to...

Taking a Daffy Dip

A group of friends braved the chilly waters of Lake Dunstan in Clyde on Saturday, taking part in the ‘‘Daffy Dip’’ event in support of Cancer Society’s Daffodil Day. It was the first time the fundraising challenge had been held in New Zealand, taking...

Million dollar museum transformation

After ten years of extraordinary growth, determination, and community partnership, Western Bay Museum is embarking on the most ambitious chapter in its history. On Sunday 30th August, the museum will close its doors for six months to undergo a...

Looking ahead

Welcome to the latest issue of NZ Landscaper, packed with practical ideas, industry news and inspiration to help you build a stronger business. Our theme for this issue is the next generation – from developing tomorrow’s landscapers to shaping the...

THE WORST OF TIMES

As well as being a touch chilly weatherwise, the overall atmosphere of July wasn’t exactly great. Most Kiwis felt the loss of Sam Neill very keenly – I never had the pleasure of meeting him, but I thoroughly enjoyed watching him in Reilly Ace of Spies...

SEPTEMBER TASKS

Plan your summer vege garden Plant a grapevine Replenish raised beds Plant summer bulbs Grow herbs for pollinators

Picton plunge for cancer

A chilly new fundraiser saw Marlborough residents brave cold water in support of the Cancer Society, with the Daffy Dip campaign launched on Saturday by 13 brave souls at the Picton Foreshore. As Daffodil Day approaches, Cancer Society Marlborough is...

ORCA SECRETS!

Wahey! Us orcas know how to have a good time!

FIRE

In all emergencies phone 111. If you ring to report a local fire in a rural area you will be asked your RAPID number, so that the appropriate fire service can be alerted. At certain times of the year, there will be restrictions on lighting fires. Ring...

Visiting a doctor

• It’s free to enrol It’s free to register or enrol with a GP — but they may charge a consultation fee each time you go to see them after that. GPs normally charge a higher fee, often called a casual rate, for patients that aren’t enrolled at their...

THE REID MARTINI

A rich and characterful vodka, The Reid is the best vodka you will ever taste. Delicately nuanced with notes of pear drops, lemon, toffee and malt biscuits. The Reid shines in spirit-forward cocktails, particularly in our signature martini, adding...

GREAT RESPONSES

There were some pleasant surprises last month as entries flooded in for the Star Insurance 2027 Calendar photo competition. From Trikes and Hot Rods to Pickups and Racing Saloons, there was everything across the classic community submitted for...

CABIN IN THE WOODS

On a 1400sqm property with a stunning view overlooking Rio de Janeiro’s Pedra da Gavea mountain and the city’s coastline, engineer Breno Bulus built a cabin inspired by Scandinavian aesthetics with a tropical landscaped garden. Surrounded by a forest...

Angel of Death: Is Lucy Letby a brutal serial killer or was she wrongfully convicted? We examine the arguments

Milestone Memories

Welcome to your Readers’ Issue! We asked you, our readers, questions about what you’d like to see in this Special Edition. Follow the special logo designed by our Art Director, Richard, throughout the pages to see how you helped the MiNDFOOD team...

The relentless pace of technology

A friend from Engineering School recently made a semi humorous post on Facebook about his first solar powered calculator that he had rediscovered in a drawer – actually a slide rule (need light to read it!), this started me thinking how things have...

NZ Walking Festival: Bay of Islands Walking Weekend - for good old fashioned Russell hospitality

There are few better ways to discover the Bay of Islands than on foot—especially when someone else has planned the route, arranged the transport, found the hidden tracks and organised something delicious for the finish. The Bay of Islands Walking...

Resene paint and wallpaper for maximalist interiors.

Alayered, personality-filled home is having a moment. Intentional clutter, or maximalism, is less about mess and more about meaning. The antithesis of classic minimalism with its pared back palettes, intentional clutter is the art of surrounding...

Kendra Cocksedge column

The three-time wrwc winner has her view on the big story of Aupiki V, the rise of the Hurricanes poua, who narrowly failed to make the final but won many admirers.

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YOU CAN’T TRULY KNOW IT WITHOUT EXPERIENCING IT.

Some experiences stay with you. They linger in the mind, long after the moment. They move you in ways words can’t, and quietly change you in ways you don’t expect. The taste of the ocean. The electric hum and stillness of the city at night. The...

ON THE COVER

A mother and daughter join forces to work their magic on an Auckland villa

In cash and prizes

1 / Forward Motion that show progress into uncertainty. Movement with intent, timing under pressure and moments that cannot be repeated. 2 / Next Line photographers whose work signals direction and potential. Fresh perspective backed by substance and...

DEMOCRACY RULES

Inote that Jude Woodside, the founder of The Shed magazine and YouTube sensation, writes in his Back ’o column this issue that he has joined a political party to help out with the upcoming general election. Good on him, I say. I applaud him and...

Slow Cooker Braised Red Wine and Mustard Beef with Potato and Cabbage Gratin,

Long, slow cooking turns tough, hard-working pieces of beef into melt-in-your-mouth, juicy tenderness. 1.5 kilograms braising beef, e.g. beef cheeks, chuck and beef osso bucco sea salt and ground pepper olive oil for cooking 3 large carrots, peeled...

Caring for your baby lemon tree

Water regularly, but let the top 2cm of potting mix dry out between each watering. Feed your tree with a fertiliser made for citrus trees, such as Yates Thrive. When your tree outgrows its pot, move it to a bigger pot or plant it in a sunny spot in the...

A GARDEN-LOVER’S GUIDE TO WINTER, FROM RECIPES TO WELLBEING

1 PRUNE & PLANT ROSES & FRUIT TREES Pruning roses maintains the plant’s shape, stops it from looking straggly and prevents heavy branches from breaking, and will get rid of dead, damaged and diseased growth. It also opens the plant up to airflow,...

Win! GREAT PRIZES AND GIVEAWAYS THIS ISSUE

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Put it on a T-shirt

We’re so chuffed to bring you stories from agency founders up and down the motu in this issue. In March, we put a call out, asking to hear why people had started up their own agencies. Straight away, the responses started coming in. We asked them all...

THE COST OF KIWI CULTURE

Walk into any snow shop and the walls are full. Jackets, skis, boots, helmets, goggles, packs, base layers, socks, gadgets, apps, passes and promises. There is no shortage of product. There has probably never been more. The problem is not the gear....

INSIDE:

SHIPS’ FIGUREHEADS – A SAFE PAIR OF EYES WHICH CATAMARAN IS BEST FOR YOU? CONTRACTING A BOAT YARD RUAMAHANGA DIVERSION THE CATCH: BLOW THE WIND FUTURE OF CARIBBEAN BOATS STAYING PUT FOR CYCLONE SEASON FUEL CRISIS EFFECTS THE AUCKLAND WOODEN BOAT...

A RECIPE FOR HEIFER MATING SUCCESS

Glenaray Station successfully mate yearling heifers, increasing their reproductive potential

A historic lifestyle opportunity

This is not only a stunning piece of history, but what a place to live! In the heart of Maraekakaho perched just above the historic woolshed is the Gardeners Cottage from Maraekakaho Station. A lovely two bedroom cottage plus two bedrooms detached from...

4WD and SUV buyer’s guide

The new vehicle market in New Zealand is a 4WD buyer’s paradise. Utes and SUVs are as popular here as anywhere in the world, and our new car sales have been dominated by SUVs and 4WD utes for ages. It’s widely known that Ford’s Ranger is top dog in...

The smart home seller’s guide:

Selling your home now means navigating A Buyers’ market. With more properties listed than there Are Active Buyers, the power shifts. Buyers can Be more selective, And homes may take longer to sell. In this climate, your choice of real estate company...