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Property investment NZ: Everything you need to know (2024)

Build your wealth the old fashioned way

Ben Tutty
Last updated: 10 July 2024 | 15 min read
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This guide for beginner property investors in NZ highlights key benefits like leverage and strong rental demand. Secure financing via a bank or mortgage broker, with a typical deposit of 35% for existing homes or 20% for new builds, often funded by equity.

Before buying, assemble a professional team including a lawyer and building inspector. Prioritise locations with growth potential and carefully weigh property types before making a calculated, well-researched offer to ensure a successful investment.

Why property investment?

Getting finance is one of the most important parts of any investment property journey.

Sorting your investment property home loan

Minimum deposit for investment properties in NZ

A good property lawyer will make it much easier to buy the right place.

Get your team together

Choosing a property

Townhouses can make a great investment.

Type of property

Start searching for a property

Before you make an offer

Where will your next investment be?

Making an offer

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Ben Tutty Ben Tutty
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