May 1, 2023
Using a Guarantor to Get a Mortgage in New Zealand
Getting finance for your first home can be challenging. For some, having a guarantor is the answer to meeting a...
Category Archives: First Home Buyers
March 1, 2023
Strategies to 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...
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 a student loan affect getting a mortgage? If you earned a degree recently, then there’s a good chance you’re...
September 1, 2022
Should I Purchase a New Build or an Existing House
To purchase a new build or an existing house is the question. This decision involves a lot of weighing of...
August 7, 2022
Everything You Need to Know About Credit Scores
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
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?
Buying your dream home in New Zealand is simple. You select the house you want to buy. Thereafter you put...