Property buying advice

Do you know the difference between a deadline sale and a sale by tender?

Buying property in NZ? These tools will equip you for the process.

Are we too reliant on low quality and unregulated inspectors?

What to expect.

Look at buying by tender? This is what you need to know.

You can’t buy or sell a house in NZ without both parties signing a sale and purchase agreement.

Auctions are no longer the crowded marketplaces they once were, but you’ll still need a guide.

Learn about schemes designed to help low deposit buyers get on the property ladder.

Property ladder feeling out of reach? Here's how your parents might be able to help.

Where are we willing to make a sacrifice, and what do the experts have to say?

The price of a small home in a big city will also buy you a house in the country with a couple of hectares

Here’s how it works.

It may be your first home, but you won’t be living there.

A less competitive market still has its challenges for first home buyers and good homes, so listen up.

A duplex can be a good first step on the property ladder.

Understanding this key piece of real estate jargon as you go to buy.

How to save, secure and grow your home deposit with Girls That Invest Co-Founder, Simran Kaur.

Why switching to a new mortgage lender is always worth considering

Experts explain why it can be more difficult to get a mortgage if you're self-employed.

Tips on protecting your house deposit savings in a tough market.

Saving a deposit can be hard for first home buyers. Luckily, KiwiSaver and other schemes can help you out.

These simple steps could save you thousands in interest.

Time to get serious about saving? Here are some simple steps to get you started.

Q & A session with Keira Billot, a General Manager at Heartland Bank

Learn how a mortgage broker can help you through the homeownership process.

Our experts give advice on budgeting, investing and growing your savings to help with your deposit goals.

What the OCR is and how does it affect buyers and homeowners?

We explain the CCCFA and how it affects Kiwi wanting to borrow.

What are LVR restrictions? And how do they affect what you can borrow?

The pros and cons of working with a mortgage broker vs a bank

Before looking for a home, you should calculate how much you can borrow and afford for a mortgage.

Let’s break this down.

Your straightforward guide to home loan deposits in Aotearoa.

You can get there.

Here’s how you can use Kiwisaver for your house deposit.

Here's a little guide to help you navigate the world of New Zealand home loans and interest rates.

It pays to do your research.

What is a credit score, and why does it matter when you’re buying a house?

We all start somewhere.

A quick and easy guide.

It’s possible, but not ideal.

What to look for in a character apartment as top ones emerge