How To Choose The Best Bank For Your Home Loan

How To Choose The Best Bank For Your Home Loan

James PuahFeb 26, 2025

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

Homeowners Should Take Advantage Of Dropping Interest Rates

James PuahFeb 9, 2025

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?

Are You Headed To A Mortgagee Sale?

James PuahJul 22, 2024

Banks can be very friendly when things are going well, but they can turn on you quickly if you get behind in your repayments –…

The Kāinga Ora Maintenance Clause (for First Home Loans)

The Kāinga Ora Maintenance Clause (for First Home Loans)

James PuahJul 14, 2024

If you intend to buy your first home using the Kāinga Ora low deposit First Home Loan scheme then you need to be aware of…

The Less Known Rules For The First Home Loan Scheme

The Less Known Rules For The First Home Loan Scheme

James PuahJun 10, 2024

When you look at the Kāinga Ora website you will find the basic rules for the First Home Loan Scheme, but there are some less…

What Lenders Look For In Your Bank Statements

What Lenders Look For In Your Bank Statements

James PuahJun 8, 2024

Lenders are now looking at spending and bank statements in more detail when assessing people for a mortgage approval. Previously you would be asked what…

Co-Ownership Offers Another Option For First Home Buyers

Co-Ownership Offers Another Option For First Home Buyers

James PuahJun 4, 2024

At times co-ownership offers the best option for first home buyers. It’s a way to get into your first home when you do not have…

Why Do You Use A Mortgage Adviser?

Why Do You Use A Mortgage Adviser?

James PuahMay 29, 2024

There are a number of reasons to use a mortgage adviser with the obvious and maybe not so obvious. Working with a mortgage adviser can…

Low Deposit Options For Your First Home

Low Deposit Options For Your First Home

James PuahMar 6, 2024

What low deposit options are there? Most first home buyers do not have a 20% deposit and so ask if it’s worth making the effort…