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Investment property with a 10% or 20% deposit

Can You Buy an Investment Property with a 10% or 20% Deposit?

Minimum Deposit for Investment Property in New Zealand: Can you Buy With 10% or 20%? Want to buy an investment…

Mortgage Preparation - Be Prepared

How to Prepare Your Finances Before Applying for a First-Home Mortgage

Saving for a deposit on a house? Read on for other key steps to prepare your finances when applying for…

Mortgage Glossary Terms

Mortgage Terms

Mortgage Terms – Common Terminology Explained When buying a house and getting a mortgage, you’ll inevitably come across property and…

Student Loan with Mortgage Application

How Does a Student Loan Affect Getting a Mortgage?

You can get a mortgage while you have a New Zealand student loan. The loan does not automatically prevent approval….

Credit Score

Credit Scores in New Zealand Explained

What You Need to Know About Credit Scores If you’re preparing to apply for a mortgage or simply reviewing your…

What are the mortgage lending criteria in NZ?

What are the Mortgage Lending Criteria in NZ?

This article explains the main mortgage lending criteria in NZ, what lenders usually assess, and what can affect your chances…

Mortgage Broker Services

Mortgage Broker Services in NZ That Support You Beyond Settlement

Mortgage brokers provide important services throughout the life of your mortgage.

New building built _ Turn-Key or Progress Payment

Turnkey vs Progress Payment Finance for New Builds in NZ

Turnkey and progress payment contracts differ mainly in when the purchase or building costs are paid and when home-loan funds…

Mortgage With Bad Credit in NZ

Getting a mortgage with bad credit in New Zealand may still be possible, but the type of credit issue, how…

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