The word is out about international buyers looking for high value properties in New Zealand following recent law changes. But how do you find those buyers? How do you reach the international buyer market? And what happens if your property is valued under the $5M level?

In September 2025 the New Zealand government announced Active Investor Plus which offers permanent residence with a minimum investment of $5 million over three years.

Already, latest figures show a definite uptick in applications to the Overseas Investment Office from the USA, China and Singapore.

Many people think they need to get access to an overseas based agency to find international buyers, but the reality is the standard practice for New Zealand property is to be marketed through a local agent and agency that has international marketing reach.

Usually, the agents should be based locally for a whole host of reasons, including being on hand in person to show the property to prospective buyers, and manage the sale according to the New Zealand rules and conditions in which they are trained.

For those with homes valued under $5M, a locally based international real estate company can advertise and market it to Singaporeans, Australians and the important Expat community living abroad and looking to relocate home.

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OVERSEAS ESTATE AGENTS IN NEW ZEALAND

International real estate transactions need the expertise of confident and competent local real estate agents from New Zealand based international real estate companies, who have substantial experience, thorough knowledge and real estate project management skills, and marketing reach to international buyers.

When real estate agents target their advertising to attract international buyers, both the real estate company and the estate agents need to have a firm grasp of government policies and legal documentation essential for completing a sale competently. For example: 

• Inland Revenue policies
• Immigration NZ policies
• MBIE policies for running a business or working in New Zealand
• PIMS, LIMS, survey plans and titles, easements and covenants
• Anti money laundering policy obligations
• Tenancy obligations if the property is rented

There is no room for errors or omissions in any real estate transaction but for international transactions, there is added responsibility on the individual estate agents and accountability for the agencies.

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To find a top international real estate company to sell your property send an enquiry - this is a genuine free service.

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BEST WAY TO CHOOSE AN INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE AGENT

When investing money into advertising and marketing campaigns, you have much to gain but also much to lose if you choose an unsuitable real estate agent.

Real estate vetting to establish the top New Zealand based international real estate agents with proven competence will have a direct impact on your experience, house sale price and the time it takes to sell.

This is our forte as we have been independently vetting real estate companies and agents for all property types and values since 2009. 

It really does pay to compare agency options objectively. We are independent of the industry and well positioned to help you find a suitably qualified overseas real estate agent and agency.

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Request a shortlist of overseas property agents now.

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WHAT TO EXPECT OF INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE COMPANIES

We ensure that real estate agents needed for selling a high end home are competent at negotiating million dollar sale prices with million dollar buyers.

The need for high level knowledge, integrity, tact, confidence and expertise cannot be over stated.

A top international real estate company with international marketing reach, focused on the quality and the calibre of the agent's skills, is what will attract you the highest sale price in the shortest possible time.

There are always ex-pats returning to New Zealand and even purchasing properties sight unseen. The way in which a property is expertly marketed, and the quality of the local agent's communication and expertise, enables off-shore buyers to make these decisions.

We can help you sell your New Zealand home by finding you a top agent - all at no cost.

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If real estate agency work is not conducted efficiently, a buyer can get turned off and slip through an agent's fingers very quickly. Choosing an international real estate agent proven competent is imperative.

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Get in touch or phone 0800 789 532 today - no obligation and 100% free service.

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Updated December 12, 2025 - Agent Finder NZ | Member of Property Institute of NZ (IPAC)