March 1, 2023
Strategies to help you cope with rising mortgage interest rates
Today many New Zealanders are feeling the strain of the high cost of living, particularly with the high mortgage interest...
Category Archives: First Home Buyers
November 7, 2022
Mortgage Preparation
Saving for a deposit on a house? Read on for other key steps to prepare your finances when applying for...
October 25, 2022
Mortgage Terms
Mortgage Terms – Common Terminology Explained When buying a house and getting a mortgage, you’ll inevitably come across property and...
October 3, 2022
How does a student loan affect getting a mortgage?
Does having a student loan mean you can’t get a mortgage? If you earned a degree recently, then there’s a...
August 7, 2022
Credit Scores – Everything you need to know
What is a credit score? What is a good credit score? Your credit score is a rating given to you...
September 19, 2021
Top Tips For First Home Buyers – 2025
This article provides top tips for first home buyers by Angela Downie at Platinum Mortgages. This blog is for first...
November 10, 2020
How much deposit do I need to buy a house in NZ?
Owning your own home in New Zealand is part of our culture. As prices have increased in recent years, this...