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German Family Completes Queenstown's First Active Investor Deal

4/6/2026

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A German family completed Queenstown's first Active Investor Plus property deal after the rule took effect.
They invested over $5 million in a local property after investing $5–$15 million in New Zealand businesses that granted residency.
The Overseas Investment Office approved the deal within days.
Jo Eddington said the Lake Hayes house was bought sight unseen.
She is currently working with three other AIP visa-holders.

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A German family completed Queenstown's first Active Investor Plus property deal after the rule took effect.
They invested over $5 million in a local property after investing $5–$15 million in New Zealand businesses that granted residency.
The Overseas Investment Office approved the deal within days.
Jo Eddington said the Lake Hayes house was bought sight unseen.
She is currently working with three other AIP visa-holders.