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Rent to own: The first time buyers guide
Can’t quite get a mortgage? There might be another way
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Rent-to-own schemes offer a pathway to homeownership for Kiwis struggling to save a large deposit or secure a mortgage. These programmes allow you to rent a home for a set period, typically five years, with the option to purchase it later.
Benefits often include lower-than-market rent, financial support, and a share of the property's capital gains to boost your deposit. Eligibility is usually for first-time buyers within specific income thresholds. Always check terms with providers like The Housing Foundation.
Rent to own explained
How does rent to own work in NZ?
Rent to buy schemes can be a great way to get into a stable home sooner.
Am I eligible for rent to own NZ?
Your rent to own FAQs answered
1. Would I get a share of the property's value growth?
2. Would my rent go towards your deposit or fees?
Rent to own schemes can make it easier to save a deposit.
3. What happens if property prices go down?
4. Will the provider help me buy?
5. Can I get a mortgage?
6. What if I want to leave and not buy the home?
Top rent to own providers in NZ
Do your homework before applying to a rent to buy scheme.
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