Buying guide
Low deposit home loans: how to buy your first home sooner
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Buying your first home with a low deposit is achievable, though it may involve higher costs. Seeking advice from a mortgage broker is a crucial first step to understand your options and strengthen your application.
The government's First Home Loan scheme, backed by Kāinga Ora, can help eligible Kiwis buy with as little as a 5% deposit. Other pathways include:
- Withdrawing from your Kiwisaver
- Using rent-to-own schemes
- Getting financial help from family
These options can help you get on the property ladder sooner.
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Buying with a small deposit is possible – but there are drawbacks
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There's help available if you're sturggling to save a deposit.
Getting a little help from the government
First home loan scheme - 5% deposit loans
Kiwisaver withdrawal
Rent to own schemes
State house purchasing
Saving for a house in NZ isn't easy/.
Getting help from family and friends
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