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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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Inspired by the TV show On The Ladder with Kiwibank, this article profiles 8 diverse groups of first home buyers, showcasing their creative paths to home ownership. It highlights the growing trend of collaborative buying.
From friends and siblings pooling resources to couples tackling renovation projects, each story offers unique insights into navigating the property market. These journeys demonstrate different financial strategies and the shared determination of Kiwis to secure their first home in 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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