Housing’s Next Shock: Why 2026 Could Deliver a 5Price Surge From Today’s Dead Market

The New Zealand property market feels flat, lifeless — even dead. But beneath the surface, the next housing shock is already forming. Could 2026 deliver a 5% surge in house prices after years of stagnation? In this explosive episode, host Craig Stanaway sits down with Kelly Eckhold, Chief Economist at Westpac, to break down the forces building pressure under today’s market and what they mean for investors, homeowners, and first-time buyers. We dive into: Why today’s “dead market” could be the calm before the storm How falling mortgage rates, rising migration, and supply shortages could collide in 2026 Why global interest rate moves, inflation risks, and currency shocks will shape NZ housing more than ever The regions most likely to lead the next price surge — and which could lag What history tells us about “false flats” in property cycles How investors can position now to capitalise on a potential 5% upswing Kelly Eckhold doesn’t just give numbers — he gives clarity on timing, strategy, and the risks Kiwis can’t afford to ignore. With billions on the sidelines, this could be the moment that rewrites the property playbook. 👉 Watch now to discover whether New Zealand is heading for another wave of house price growth — or if the dead market has one more shock left to deliver. Learn more: https://mhq.co.nz/house-buying/housings-next-shock-why-2026-could-deliver-a-5-price-surge-from-todays-dead-market/?utm_source=Youtube&utm_medium=Description&utm_campaign=Default Chapters 00:00 Is this market warming up for a comeback? 02:24 Can we accurately predict next year? 04:21 Is Kelly's predictions more conservative now? 05:50 Most interesting things happening in the housing market 08:18 More first home buyers getting home loans than property investors 09:36 What regions will continue to surge? 📊 Not Sure Where You Stand Right Now? Use our free Mortgage Snapshot to check your structure, risk exposure, and options. 👉 Try the Mortgage Snapshot Tool https://mhq.co.nz/mortgage-calculator/#/ 📗 Want the Property Strategy That’s Worked for Thousands of Kiwis? Get Andrew Malcolm’s playbook—The Three Property Formula. 👉 Get the Book Here https://mhq.co.nz/the-three-property-... Disclaimer: This video is for entertainment purposes only and is not financial advice. Opinions in this video are general in nature and are not a recommendation, opinion or guidance to any viewer in relation to acquiring or disposing of a financial product. Viewers should not rely on these opinions and should always seek specific independent financial advice appropriate to their own individual circumstances. Use our Advanced Borrowing Power Calculator: https://mhq.co.nz/calc * Use our advanced borrowing power calculator for instant online answers regarding your servicing ability, potential mortgage top-ups, and cashback options. Achieve your Financial Goal with our Masterclasses: https://mhq.co.nz/mclass * We have classes and courses for every stage of your journey. Whether you’re just getting started or are looking for advanced strategies, we’ve got something for everyone. Each masterclass is focused at a specific stage in your investing journey to ensure they are focused, relevant, and useful. In saying this no matter where you are in the journey, feel free to come along to each master class. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mortgage broker Mortgage loan broker Mortgage lender broker Mortgage and finance broker Mortgage advisor Mortgage advisors Mortgage broker near me Home loan broker near me Mortgage agents near me Best mortgage brokers Good mortgage brokers