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Posts by Steve Davies:
Step onto the property ladder with a HomeStart Grant
Ready to buy your first home? If you belong to KiwiSaver, purchasing a property may be easier than you think. Find out if you're eligible for a HomeStart Grant, and how much you can receive...
Get your house sale-ready in five steps
How can you make sure your home truly shows off all of its features? As a would-be seller, you can take a few steps to win buyers’ hearts and maximise the potential of your property.
Commercial property – are the banks blocking your plans for greatness?
With the commercial loans we have seen approved over the years there’s one thing we can say with surety – every proposition is unique. Find out where the options exist!
Why mortgage advisers are better positioned to maximise the bank’s offerings than ever before
Big changes are happening out there in the banking world, with technology playing a greater part in all of our lives. Here's how Mortgage Advisers can provide the advantage for you.
Moving on up - how to buy & sell your home in today's market
Ever thought about picking up and moving to a new home? Whatever your reason for dreaming these aspirational dreams, you may still be unsure how to actually go about it, or whether you have enough equity in your current home to allow yourself to get excited. If so, this article has been written for you.
How much deposit do I need to buy a house?
So you're thinking of taking the exciting step into home ownership, but not sure how much of a deposit you actually need? Good question!
Mortgage advice: rates are on the rise!
The writing appeared to be on the wall this week, when we were notified that most of the major lenders had increased their fixed-term mortgage rates.
Finally! House buyers have a spring in their step
Could it be that the investors are re-evaluating their position after recent changes to LVR restrictions (meaning they have to put more of their own funds into the purchase)? Or...
Client story: Getting on the property ladder just in time!
With 30 grandkids and two of their children still living at home, grandparents John and Charmaine Blom needed it to be about family when it came to purchasing their first home.
How to help your kids into home ownership - made simple
You've worked hard to get where you are and build your own assets, and it's no small thing to put your assets on the line.