First Home Buyers - July 18th What Happens if You lie on Your Home Loan Application? Author: Rebecca Jarrett-Dalton While the majority of people are honest on their home loan applications, some people lie – whether intentionally or inadvertently – during the application process. However, if you are caught lying on your …
Home Loans - July 18th Sky-high living or noisy nightmare? The real deal on apartment life Apartments can have a wide range of benefits. And, in the midst of an economy that’s hard on those looking to buy property, it's often a more viable option for those on lower incomes and …
Home Loans - July 18th What Happens If You Can’t Pay Your Mortgage? Throughout 2020-21, house prices went a little crazy. Many hopeful first home buyers (and investors) took advantage of the uber-low interest rates and jumped onto the property ladder. The problem was that the increased competition …
First Home Buyers - July 18th Home Auctions vs Private Treaty Sales: The Pros and Cons There are three main styles of property sales in New Zealand: Private treaty (or private sale): interested parties make an offer and negotiate a price and purchase conditions with the seller Auction: interested parties bid …
Home & Contents Insurance - July 17th Phone Insurance: Do You Need it? What is phone insurance? Phone insurance is designed to cover the cost of repairing or replacing your phone if it's damaged, misplaced or stolen. Phone insurance also covers potential faults after the manufacturer's warranty has expired. What …
Best-rated Pet Insurance - July 17th Pet Insurance: Does Your Indoor Cat Need It? What is the lifespan of an indoor cat? Compared to outdoor cats, indoor cats are more likely to live longer – up to 20 years! This is because indoor cats are protected from the dangers present …
Home & Contents Insurance - July 12th When do You Pay Excess on Home Insurance? In the context of insurance, 'excess' is a predetermined amount that you, as the policyholder, agree to contribute towards the costs of your claim. It's a form of self-insurance, with you bearing a small portion …
Health Insurance - July 10th Health Insurance For Kids: How it Works in NZ Canstar's latest research reveals 59% of adult Kiwis buy health insurance as it offers them peace of mind, knowing they will be able to get immediate care when required. But have you considered the value …
Banking & Insurance - July 10th Dosh for Teens Have you signed up for Dosh yet? Dosh is New Zealand's first digital wallet. It enables instant payments in shops and restaurants, and money transfers between friends and family, through its clever app, making them …
Best-rated Pet Insurance - July 3rd What to Know Before You Adopt a Dog Which dog is best for you? The first step in adopting a dog in New Zealand is to decide what type of dog will best suit you before you hit the shelters. Consider factors such as size, …
