Alex Dean explains how he and his wife purchased their first home. He explores the decisions that he and his wife made and their future goals. He reflects upon the following:

- Choosing the initial house.
- Moving to subsequent homes.
- Starting a family.
- Hindsight.

A thorough analysis of the house purchase decision and the reasons behind it, Alex will leave you educated, entertained and excited for your first home purchase!

Alex also produces high quality photos and videos. Check them out via the link below:

https://www.figjammedia.co.nz/

Martina and Carl recently purchased their first home in Auckland. They put themselves in a good situation by doing the following:

- Upskilling professionally to increase their income.
- Contributing to Kiwi Saver.
- Plain old fassioned saving.
- Navigating a housing market that is falling in value.

Martina and Carl made calculated decisions with a long term mindset. A fantastic example of what is possible if you plan for the future.


If you want to speak to a professional and skilled mortgage broker in Auckland, contact Rob Gilfilan:

https://mortgagesupply.co.nz/our-team/rob-gilfillan/

This episode explores how Logan Donnelley and his wife purchased his first home in the Bay of Plenty.

He passionately explains:

- His perspective on the pressures that young kiwis are faced with.
- How he transformed his financial habits.
- How we engaged with a mortgage advisor and took advantage of an opportunity that arose.

A great Kiwi story of how home ownership became possible for a young family!

Access more of Logans content here:

Instagram: @kiwidad

Article:

https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/bay-of-plenty-dad-creates-cost-of-living-guide-saves-family-thousands/2YB6IKVALQHBEMOBM3ZUZQRALY/

Kia ora everyone!

We have the privilege of hearing from Gary Lin. He bought a home in Auckland at a young age and credits family as his ‘why’. He discusses the following:

- Focusing on maximizing your income at a young age.
- Throwing yourself into all opportunities that arise, especially in your 20’s.
- Dealing with tall poppy syndrome.

Gary is motivated and has a positive attitude towards home ownership in New Zealand.
Enjoy the gems he shares!

More about Gary:

https://garylin.co/

Toby Pascoe tells us the story of how he and his wife purchased their first home.
He deep dives into the following:

- What it was like being a young couple and buying a first home.

- How he and his wife progressed financially after their first home purchase.

- Overcoming analysis paralysis – how to execute despite the current price and current interest rate.

A good southern man, Toby’s story is full of practical advice for the everyday Kiwi! Enjoy.

More about Toby:

https://www.opespartners.co.nz/team/toby-pascoe

Kia ora everyone!

Here are my thoughts on the current housing market. While the media paints one picture, we need to start looking at solutions to keep Kiwis saving up for their first homes. Food for thought.

Have a great week!

Kia ora everyone!

We speak with Mikey Smith about how he saved a six figure house deposit by age 21. A professional mortgage advisor, Mikey sheds light on the following topics:

- How he put together a six figure house deposit by age 21.
- How you have a better chance of buying a house in New Zealand at a better price now than you could this time last year.
- The benefits of renting a house.

Mikey is very knowledgeable and loves a quality beer. He will leave you feeling super motivated! Enjoy.

You can find out more about Mikey here:

https://guardiansmith.co.nz/

Hi everyone! This episode is about the new ideas I have been introduced to since starting this podcast. Plenty of new perspectives from plenty of different people. Enjoy!

Frances Cook has plenty of good advice for first home buyers! She really drives home the importance of the following:

- Investing in a long term relationship.
- How an increase in equity can secure you a better interest rate on your mortgage.
- What a home means to her and her future lifestyle.

A qualified financial advisor; Frances is sure to leave you both entertained and educated.


Listen to her podcast here, 'cooking the books':

https://open.spotify.com/show/4RoBolWwAt893GKs3tZgax?si=d041d83f59a2435d

Luke Kemeys shares his first home journey with us. He explores:

- Early money mishaps.
- Putting together a deposit and purchasing a home in a small town.
- Hidden costs and contingencies to be aware of.

A man who loves sharing financial literacy, Luke fills this episode with tips you can start applying immediately.

Hear more content from Luke here via keep the change podcast -

https://open.spotify.com/show/2xfURkXZGEHVYIOK0DdR9S?si=7c2b5887c31748a9