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NZ home loans: A guide to your options
Here's a little guide to help you navigate the world of New Zealand home loans and interest rates.
AI summary
Navigating NZ home loans involves understanding various loan types and interest rate structures. Common options include standard table loans, flexible revolving credit loans, and short-term interest-only loans for temporary payment relief.
You can choose between fixed rates for payment certainty or floating rates for flexibility, with a split mortgage offering a combination of both.
Eligible first-home buyers may also access the First Home Loan scheme, underwritten by Kāinga Ora, which allows for a deposit as low as 5%.
Home loan options in New Zealand
Table loans (most common)
It's important you have a good understanding of your options before deciding on a loan.
Revolving credit loans
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Interest-only loans
Linked (offset) accounts
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Home loan interest rates in New Zealand
Fixed interest rate
Floating (variable) interest rate
Split mortgage
As well as loan types, you need to make decision on interest rate plans.
First Home Loan Scheme
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