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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 Dick and Gina Williams moved from Christchurch to Greymouth to escape rising prices, purchasing a two-bedroom home for $340,000.

To achieve this, they relocated for a job transfer, used their KiwiSaver and the former First Home Grant, and sold a car on Trade Me. They also made lifestyle changes like cutting out UberEats. Their advice for others is to be patient, research neighbourhoods, and make small financial sacrifices to save for a deposit.

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