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Property Auction Tips NZ: How to Buy at Auction (Without the Panic)

Buying a property at auction can feel daunting — and it’s one of the questions we get asked about most…

Self Employed Mortgage

How to get a mortgage if self-employed for less than 2 years

Self-employed for less than 2 years and dissapointed by a declined application? This article shows you how to get a…

NZ Housing Boom, Interest Rate Increase

Talk Of The End Of The Housing Boom?

What’s being said about NZ house prices? A few years ago, the then ANZ Chairman Sir John Key recently shared…

Can I Still Get a Mortgage If I Have Debt?

Yes it may still be possible to get a mortgage while you have existing debt. Lenders commonly assess borrowers with…

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…

How Bridging Finance Works

What is Bridging Finance? Bridging Finance is short term solution and what you need when you want to buy a…

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Why Use a Mortgage Broker in NZ?

Taking on a mortgage is one of the biggest financial decisions you are likely to make. The process can feel…

What Is the Smartest Way to Consolidate Debt in NZ?

Why “Smart” Matters Feeling weighed down by multiple repayments for multiple loans – and wondering what’s the smartest way to…

What Is Debt Consolidation And Why Is It Helpful?

Managing multiple debts at once – each with their own interest rates, repayment dates, and demands on your cash flow…

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