From converted garage rental to home owner: single mum working 54 hours a week buys first home

A single mum has purchased her first home in Kaitāia for $440,000, showcasing incredible determination by working 54 hours a week across three jobs. She funded the entire 10% deposit using her KiwiSaver.

After seeing her dream home reappear on the market, she sought advice from mortgage advisor Alex Colville and secured pre-approval. The purchase was aided by a softer winter housing market, demonstrating that homeownership is achievable through perseverance and leveraging available resources.