Criteria for choosing your next purchase

Here’s a practical checklist you can use when evaluating an investment property:✅ 1. Location & DemandIs the property close to public transport, schools, shops, and employment hubs?What is the vacancy rate in the suburb?Are there future developments (infrastructure, ...
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How much deposit do I need?

October 4, 2025

Adding value through your own efforts

Buying your first home isn’t just about a roof over your head—it’s about building your future wealth. More first home buyers are getting ahead by choosing “do-up” properties and adding value through their own work. This hands-on approach—what we call DIY wealth b...
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July 4, 2025

Building report highlights an issue? Rookie mistakes to watch out for when negotiating repairs

The $10,000 Trap That Nearly Cost Our Client Everything "Don't worry, we'll fix it." Four words that almost destroyed our client's dream home purchase—and their financial future. The Setup The building report was crystal clear: "Roof needs repairs." The agent's response? S...
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July 3, 2025

10 Year Interest only loans now available

The country’s biggest bank is offering a 10-year interest-only mortgage for investors.The new offer from ANZ trumps the previous maximum interest-only term of five years.An ANZ spokesman said the policy was a response to customer demand, citing feedback from residential pr...
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Tariffs and Trump and Turmoil

A friend of mine from Craigs Investment Partners recently shared this with me in response to the market upheavals of recent times:I wanted to reach out to communicate on the recent tariff announcements by President Trump, and their impact on the markets and your portfolio.As...
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Depositor Compensation Scheme

How to Fuel the economy and create growth – what is the RBNZ doing to assist?The Deposit Takers Act will establish a new Depositor Compensation Scheme to protect up to $100,000 per depositor per deposit taker in the event of a failure.I recently attended the Auckland Chamb...
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A Guide to getting ready to borrow

Purchasing a home is a monumental milestone, often accompanied by one of life’s biggest financial commitments: a home loan. If you’re planning to apply for a mortgage, taking time to prepare can help streamline the process, improve your chances of approval, and even save...
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New rules for landlords

June 18, 2024

Better terms for investors

Important Update on Tenancy Legislation Changes New legislation heading to Parliament this month will bring significant changes for landlords and tenants: Reintroduction of 90-Day "No Cause" Terminations: Landlords will be allowed to end periodic tenancies without providing ...
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How to lessen the shock of changing interest rates

Many homeowners are grappling with the burden of high interest rates on their mortgages and while it may seem daunting, there are proactive steps you can take to manage this financial challenge effectively. Strategies for managing high interest rates on your mortgage:&n...
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