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Next OCR announcement in NZ - Calendar for 2026

Key dates for the official cash rate in 2026 and 2027

10 February 2026| 3 min read

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Property due diligence in NZ: what to check before you buy

Understanding this essential step in your property journey.

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Tools to help you find your dream home

Buying property in New Zealand? These handy tools will help make the journey smoother.

First home buyers

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The complete beginner's guide to buying a house in New Zealand

Your 7-step guide to buying a house with clarity and confidence

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From bankruptcy to homeownership

4 March 2025 | 5 min read

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Meet these Wellington first home buyers

16 April 2025 | 4 min read

First home buyers Rebecca Stewart and Josh Fuller with their son outside their new home in Christchurch, purchased for $640,000.

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From redundancy to home ownership in less than a year

9 September 2024 | 5 min read

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7 first home buyer mistakes that could cost you thousands (and how to avoid them)

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Breaking the rental cycle — a real rent-to-own story

How Holly secured a home for her whānau through Habitat for Humanity’s rent-to-own programme

4 March 2025 | 5 min read

Greymouth

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First-home buyers move from Christchurch to buy a $340,000 home in Greymouth

4 March 2025 | 5 min read

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10 stages to secure your home purchase

13 November 2024 | 7 min read

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Our home buying checklist – what to do when

11 November 2024 | 5 min read

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38 NZ real estate terms you should know

9 July 2025 | 7 min read

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Where it comes from & how to update it.

21 August 2025 | 5 min read

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Where are the cheapest houses in NZ?

10 February 2026 | 3 min read

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Tools to help you find your dream home

How to use property insights when you're buying a property.

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Buying off the plan: 15 things you need to know

23 April 2025 | 7 min read

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The 15 best places to live in New Zealand

From cities, to ski towns and rural villages — there are plenty of great places to live in Aotearoa New Zealand

31 March 2026 | 7 min read

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What to look for at an open home

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How to use Trade Me Property like a pro

23 April 2025 | 4 min read

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What does the ‘Listed' date mean on Trade Me Property?

9 July 2025 | 2 min read

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Viewing an open home

20 March 2025 | 4 min read

Building your deposit

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NZ government help for first home buyers (2025)

Need a hand from the man?

8 March 2025 | 4 min read

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Getting financial support for buying your first home in New Zealand

26 August 2025 | 6 min read

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How much do you need for a house deposit in New Zealand?

26 August 2025 | 7 min read

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How your credit score can impact buying a house in New Zealand

16 April 2025 | 5 min read

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How much deposit do I need to buy an investment property?

6 August 2025 | 5 min read

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How much deposit do first home buyers need?

It may seem like you’ve got a mountain to climb, but with a little help it’s possible

6 August 2025 | 4 min read

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Where will your deposit come from?

18 September 2024 | 8 min read

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Q&A: Saving for a deposit to buy a home

4 August 2025 | 4 min read

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Is it cheaper to rent or buy a house?

17 December 2024 | 5 min read

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Kiwisaver withdrawal rules: A complete guide

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