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First-home buyers move from Christchurch to buy a $340,000 home in Greymouth
Moving to Greymouth, selling a car and giving up UberEats helped Kevin and Gina secure their first home.
Last updated: 4 March 2025
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First-home buyers Kevin and Gina moved from Christchurch to Greymouth to escape rising prices, purchasing a home for $340,000. They secured their deposit using KiwiSaver, the First Home Grant, and by selling a car on Trade Me.
Their success also came from lifestyle changes like cutting back on UberEats. Their advice for others is to research areas thoroughly, listen to experts like mortgage advisers, and understand that every dollar saved counts towards your goal.
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