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First home buyers share their journeys
Meet 8 diverse groups of first home buyers looking to get into the property market.
Last updated: 5 December 2024
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Discover the inspiring journeys of eight first-home buyer groups from the TV show On The Ladder with Kiwibank. The article highlights the growing trend of co-ownership, showcasing friends, siblings, and couples pooling resources to enter the market.
Their diverse strategies include tackling DIY renovations, purchasing new builds, and investing in city apartments. These creative approaches demonstrate how Kiwis are collaborating to get on the property ladder, offering valuable insights for aspiring homeowners across Aotearoa.
The many approaches to buying into the Kiwi dream
Meet Beth, Reuben and Grace - a married couple and friend from Christchurch
Beth, Reuben and Grace have a budget of $550,000 - will they find the perfect property?
Meet Paula and Gordon - a couple from Wellington
Paula and Gordon, a couple from Wellington, are looking to buy a house for Paula to live in.
Meet Ciaran and Ben - friends from Auckland
Meet Sam and Ash - friends from Waikato
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Meet Jihwan, Rosie, Tom and Dahee - two couples, four friends from Auckland
Meet Saxon, Matt and Ryan - friends from Auckland
Meet Kevin + JC - siblings from Auckland
Meet Te Rōpu and Katene - mother and son, from Kerikeri and Whangārei (Ngā puhi)
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