That rental won't buy itself!
One of the common things we see is potential property investors being in a position to buy, but just not taking action. The journey starts with finding out just what you can borrow and what your buying position is.
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Will 5% deposits help first-home buyers?
The government's recent changes to the Home Start Grant and Welcome Home Loan schemes came into effect on 1 October 2019. We look at whether these changes will really make a difference to people trying to buy their first home.
Read moreSeptember 2019 Market Update
Catch up on the latest with Craig's September Market Update. You can watch it here...
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What will my money get me in Masterton?
Masterton has a lot to offer potential buyers and is a great place to buy property right now. We talk to Brent Woodmass of Property Brokers about why your money might go further in Masterton.
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Avoid these credit card mistakes
Many of us have a love-hate relationship with our credit cards. Here are five credit card mistakes you need to stop making.
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Insurance tips—what should you consider?
Having insurance when you need it can be a life saver especially when you have a home and family to protect. You've worked hard to buy your home so it's important to put a safety net in place to protect yourself. What type of insurance should you consider?
Self-employed individuals struggle to secure mortgages
Are you self-employed and trying to get a mortgage? You need to read this article. End-to-end tax service Hnry and Craig Pope from Pope & Co. Mortgages have some great advice to get you on your way to home ownership.
Read moreAugust Market Update
Catch up on the latest with Craig's August Market Update. You can watch it here...
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Advisers call for servicing test rethink for borrowers
Advisers believe banks should adapt their servicing tests for borrowers after the Official Cash Rate plunged to 1%, according to a recent article by goodreturns.co.nz in which they speak to Craig Pope of Pope & Co. Mortgages.
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Can I pay off my mortgage faster?
Great news for borrowers is that mortgage interest rates currently remain low. Now is a really good time to make the most of this low interest rate environment and try to pay your mortgage off quicker.
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