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July 23, 2024

Thinking of Building Your Own Home in New Zealand?

Building your own home is a dream for many Kiwi families. Designing a property that perfectly fits your lifestyle, needs, and future plans can be exciting but knowing where to...

Do Credit Cards Affect Your Home Loan Approval? Here’s What You Need to Know

When applying for a home loan, most people focus on income, savings, and property prices — but one thing that often catches borrowers off guard is how credit cards affect...

Unlocking Home Equity: A Guide to Reverse Mortgages

Many retirees find themselves in a common situation: owning a valuable, mortgage-free home but needing extra funds to supplement their retirement income or achieve a change in lifestyle. Reverse mortgages,...

Big News: Banks Can Now Offer More Low-Deposit Home Loans

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) is changing the rules around how much deposit you need to buy a house. Effective December 1, 2025, the RBNZ is easing its...

Understanding How Your Credit Score Works

Your credit score has become more important than ever. In recent years, banks and lenders have placed greater emphasis on assessing your creditworthiness before approving any kind of finance, whether...

Shared Home Ownership: A Smart Alternative to Traditional Buying for Young Kiwis

Are you one of many young Kiwis dreaming of owning a home but finding the traditional route just out of reach? You’re not alone. With rising property prices and hefty...

BNZ Slashes 1-Year Fixed to 4.49% — What Does It Mean for the OCR?

Recently BNZ made a bold move and dropped their 1-year fixed rate to 4.49%. Whether you’re looking to refinance, fix your rate, or assess your mortgage strategy, this change is...

Do You Have the Best Home Loan?

When was the last time you sat down and reviewed your home loan? If you’re like most people, you probably just check the interest rate and move on. But here’s...

Why You Should Think Twice Before Letting Banks Link Your Properties

Owning more than one property is a great way to build wealth, but it also comes with important decisions about how to structure your lending. One of the biggest risks...

How Much Can I Borrow? Understanding Bank Criteria for First Home Loans

Buying your first home is one of the biggest milestones in life – but before you start browsing property listings, the big question is: how much can I actually borrow?...

Thinking of building a your own house in New Zealand?

Building your own home is a dream for many Kiwi families. Designing a property that perfectly fits your lifestyle, needs, and future plans can be exciting – but knowing where...

How to Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster as Interest Rates Drop

Why Now is the Perfect Time to Review Your Home Loan Interest rates in New Zealand are finally starting to ease, giving homeowners a chance to reduce repayments when they...