What Kiwi Home Buyers Need to Know Before Bidding at Auction
Buying property at auction in New Zealand is a fast-paced and exciting experience — but it also comes with serious risks. Before you raise your…
Thinking About Making a Pre-Auction Offer in NZ? Here’s What You Should Know
Pre-auction offers can seem like a clever way to secure a property before the bidding war begins—but for New Zealand buyers, they often come with…
5 Common Mistakes NZ Home Buyers Make When Negotiating Repairs (And How to Avoid Them)
When you’ve finally found the home you want and the building report lands in your inbox, it’s easy to focus on the obvious flaws. But…
Do You Really Need Your Own LIM Report When Buying Property in New Zealand?
If you’re a first-time homebuyer in New Zealand, a common question you might be asking is: “Do we really need to order our own LIM…
Why You Should Think Twice About Seller-Supplied Building Reports
Sometimes, sellers will provide a building report for the home they’re selling.They arrange this themselves and make it available to potential buyers—often to save you…
What is a priority amount on a mortgage?
On a mortgage, a “priority amount” is the maximum sum a lender can claim from a borrower if they default, ensuring the lender’s security interest…
How To Choose The Best Bank For Your Home Loan
From experience, I know that for most first home buyers the excitement of just getting a home loan approved feels like a win, but often…
Homeowners Should Take Advantage Of Dropping Interest Rates
So the good news is interest rates are coming down and therefore when you refix your mortgage you could be paying less, but dropping interest…
Are You Headed To A Mortgagee Sale?
Banks can be very friendly when things are going well, but they can turn on you quickly if you get behind in your repayments –…