Buying guide

Considering your property options

How do you choose which property type is best for you? Here are some tips from the team at Settled.govt.nz

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Choosing the right property involves weighing your current and future needs. Stand-alone homes offer space but require maintenance, while apartments and townhouses can be more affordable centrally but involve body corporate fees.

Other options include building on a section, buying off-plan, or considering a riskier mortgagee sale. Each path has unique benefits and drawbacks, so thorough due diligence and legal advice are essential before making a commitment to purchase any property.

Some important things to know

Buying a stand-alone home

Buying an apartment or townhouse

Buying an empty section

Buying off plan means you get a brand new home without wear and tear, but there are potential risks.

Buying off a plan

Buying a mortgagee sale property

Relocating a home

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