Bugger the boxing, pour the concrete any way
Ian was brought up in a small East Coast village on the North Island of New Zealand. He was seven when electricity arrived at his home. It was 1957. The telephone arrived a couple of years later.
He didn't know it at the time but three years after he got electricity at his house, New Zealand got its first computer.
Ian's story mirrors New Zealand's growth from its days as an agriculture-based economy. He laboured in the freezing works during the school holidays. Through the swinging 60s and 70s he was a singer in a rock and roll band, before being called up in the army.
By 1980, he had completed a law degree and started an entirely new career in television, where he was part of an industry that went from black-and-white film to colour video and on into the digital age.
Case Study: Tapi, Massey University and Property Brokers. Analysing maintenance spend. A journey of discovery
What Property Investors look for from their Property Managers and the changing face of New Zealand Property Investors Federation.
Matt Ball is the Public Relations and Advocacy Manager at the New Zealand Property Investors Federation (NZPIF), a role he has held since June 2024. In this capacity, Matt is dedicated to representing and advocating for residential property investors, aiming to elevate industry standards and promote policies that benefit both property owners and tenants.
Since joining NZPIF, Matt has been instrumental in initiatives such as organizing the annual NZPIF awards, which recognize excellence among property investors, and supporting government measures aimed at increasing housing supply. His efforts reflect a commitment to enhancing the property investment landscape in New Zealand through proactive engagement and policy advocacy.
The Only Number That Matters: Understanding AAMI and Why It Drives Rent Roll Value
Many property managers focus on management fee percentages, but when it comes to the true value of a rent roll, Average Annual Management Income (AAMI) per property is the game-changer. This session explains why AAMI should be the core focus when growing a rent roll and how strategic adjustments, such as reviewing fee structures and targeting high-rent properties—can significantly increase business value.