Is it better to buy an investment property before first home?

05 Feb 2021 | Connie | Property Investing

Purchasing a home to live in feels like a rite of passage for many people. If you’re in the market to buy your first home, have you ever wondered is it better to buy an investment property first or buy a home to live in first...

What is a priority amount on a mortgage?

28 Jan 2021 | Connie | Finance 101

The loan offer often mentions “priority amount” under section 92. The priority amount appears much higher than the amount that borrowers are borrowing. What does a priority amount mean on a mortgage? Why the priority amount c...

Turning your home into a rental property? Get the structure right

11 Dec 2020 | Connie | Property Investing

There’s a lot to consider when purchasing a second home and keeping your first home as an investment property. If you’re converting your first home to a rental property, what’s the best structure for rental property in New Ze...