If you’re hoping to buy a first home soon, you may have your sights set on saving a 20% deposit.
But with the national median first-home buyer price in September at $650,000 across the country, that’s not an insignificant amount of money to have to save.
NZ Banks are offering cash incentives to retain existing home loan clients. Jeremy of Key Mortgages summarizes with NZ Herald, whether to switch or stay depends on factors like break fees, equity, and overall costs. We can help and negotiate with your current bank to find which is the smarter move.
Key Mortgages recently joined Ryan Bridge on Newstalk ZB, to discuss the recent jump in mortgage rates and what it means for Kiwi borrowers.
Key Mortgages shares details with Good Returns how expanded low-deposit lending options may help eligible first home buyers enter the market sooner and with better pricing
As featured in Stuff, buying property with friends or family can improve affordability, but clear agreements and proper structure are essential.
Banks and Mortgages advisers discuss with New Zealand Herald, why home loan approvals may take longer as lenders apply more detailed affordability checks and tighter financial assessments.
In our recent discussion with Radio New Zealand, we shared that age alone doesn't prevent home loan approval, but lenders carefully assess retirement income and long-term repayment plans.
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