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Ever wondered if you deposit is safe when buying a house? When and where to pay it?

What happens to my deposit when buying a property? Is it safe? When buying a house or property you normally need to pay a deposit. This is the amount paid to provide a form of security to the vendor that you will complete the transaction at settlement. Since deposits are usually between 5% and 10% of the total purchase price, it will be a significant amount. Co...

Some good advice regarding unconsented works on residential property.

'Don't leave it too late': Advice to downsizing boomers caught with compliance issues Unconsented renovations could cut deeply into your net wealth - boomers are advised to do their own due diligence before selling the family home.

Considering helping your kids with a property purchase? Or thinking of asking the Bank of Mum and Dad for help? Check out this article first for some options and considerations.

Parents helping children purchase property With New Zealand having such a high income to house price ratio it is becoming more and more common for parents to provide some form of assistance to help their children purchase property. Its unsurprising given the rising cost of property and relatively small increases in wages. First home buyers a...