Topics
- Accountants
- Apartments
- Auctions
- Bank Account Advice
- Bank Statement Tips
- Bitcoin
- Boarders
- Break Fees
- Budgeting Tips
- Building A Home
- Building Inspections
- Code of Compliance
- Compound Interest
- Construction
- Construction Mortgage
- Conveyancing
- Credit Cards and Lending
- Credit Limits and Lending
- Credit Reports
- Credit vs Student Loan
- Current Mortgage
- Deposit
- Deposit vs Income
- Divorce
- Financial Literacy
- Financial Preparation
- First Home Buyer
- Fixed vs Floating
- Flatmates
- Health and Finance
- Home Buyer
- Home Equity
- Home Safety
- Homeowner Tips
- Income Hurdles
- Inflation
- Interest Rates
- Joint Tenancy
- Kainga Ora First Home Loan
- KiwiSaver
- LIM Report
- Leasehold
- Lending Criteria
- Life Insurance Tips
- Loan Repayment Tips
- Loan-to-Value Ratio (LVR)
- Low Deposit Lending
- Member Tax Credit
- Mortgage Advice
- Mortgage Affordability

Weekly vs Monthly Mortgage Payments: Which Is Better?
It’s a common myth that switching from monthly to weekly mortgage payments will save you thousands. While there is a small interest saving, it’s not as much as many think. We break down the numbers—and explain when weekly payments might actually pay off.

Should I Pay Down My Mortgage or Contribute to KiwiSaver?
If you’ve got extra income, you might be wondering whether it’s better to reduce your mortgage or invest it into your KiwiSaver. The answer depends on your goals, timeframe, and financial situation. We break down the numbers, the risks, and the long-term implications so you can make the smartest decision for your future.

Is It Worth Getting a Flatmate to Help Pay My Mortgage?
Thinking about getting a flatmate to help with the mortgage? That spare room could be the smartest financial decision you make. Here's how shared living can shave years off your home loan, boost your equity, and ease financial pressure—without sacrificing your sanity.

Your mortgage rate is 8%
Your interest rate might be 6% or less—but planning as if it were 8% could save you thousands and cut your loan term in half.

Can Flatmate Income Help You Get a Mortgage in NZ?
Having flatmates can be a smart way to reduce your mortgage faster—but when it comes to applying for the loan, banks have strict limits on how much flatmate income they’ll count. In this article, we explore how lenders view flatmates, how much income they’ll accept, and how to make that extra cash work for you once you’re in your new home.