NEWS & UPDATES

As mortgage advisors, we like to keep you informed on relevant topics.

Read our posts below for our latest updates on financial news, home lending solutions, first home buyer tips and advice, and property market updates.

Why getting a mortgage shouldn't be put in the "too hard' basket.

Rohit Sachdeva

Apr 13, 20223 min read

Why getting a mortgage shouldn't be put in the "too hard' basket.

Back in March, One Roof ran a survey in conjunction with Consumer Link to see how New Zealanders were feeling about the current state of...

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Survey confirms Kiwis are better off using a mortgage advisor

Rohit Sachdeva

Mar 29, 20222 min read

Survey confirms Kiwis are better off using a mortgage advisor

In a recent survey conducted by Financial Advice New Zealand, it was proven that Kiwi’s who receive professional financial advice exhibit...

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Rohit Sachdeva

Mar 15, 20222 min read

CCCFA - what’s changed now?

Last week it was announced that the highly criticised changes to the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act (CCCFA) would be softened....

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Why New Builds Are Becoming More Popular in Canterbury

Rohit Sachdeva

Feb 25, 20221 min read

Why New Builds Are Becoming More Popular in Canterbury

Following all of the changes to lending rules at the end of the last year, the property market has changed somewhat. With it getting...

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Rohit Sachdeva

Feb 10, 20222 min read

Tips for buying a first home in 2022

With all of the doom and gloom in the media around the struggles of buying a house, home ownership can almost feel impossible. However...

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How To Get Ready For A Rise In Interest Rates

Rohit Sachdeva

Jan 20, 20222 min read

How To Get Ready For A Rise In Interest Rates

Interest rates are on the rise, and it’s expected that they will continue to do so for the foreseeable future. With the OCR tipped to...

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Rohit Sachdeva

Dec 20, 20212 min read

Turn Key vs Home and Land Builds

Building a home is an excellent way to get exactly what you want, and in some cases it’s also a lot cheaper than buying an existing home....

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Rohit Sachdeva

Dec 9, 20212 min read

Lending For New Builds

New builds have become a popular option for many, as they are an affordable way to get a home that ticks all of the boxes. For investors,...

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Getting a Mortgage When You Are Self-Employed

Rohit Sachdeva

Nov 24, 20212 min read

Getting a Mortgage When You Are Self-Employed

No matter whether you are a sole trader, in partnership, a director, or a contractor, being your own boss is exciting and comes with a...

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Moving From One Home to Another in a Hot Market

Rohit Sachdeva

Nov 10, 20212 min read

Moving From One Home to Another in a Hot Market

Looking to upgrade or even downgrade your home? Chances are there might not be much in the market! The current market we are in means...

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Rohit Sachdeva

Oct 21, 20211 min read

Work With Us: Adviser Assistant

We are looking for an Adviser Assistant to join the Better Choice Home Loans team. This is a part time role of approximately 20 hours per...

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Rohit Sachdeva

Oct 11, 20212 min read

Mortgage Top Ups Are Changing

If you’ve been thinking about putting your next family holiday or your planned renovations on to your mortgage, then you might be in for...

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Rohit Sachdeva

Sep 22, 20212 min read

Should I Buy With A Low Deposit?

With house prices continuing to rise, many young first home buyers are making their purchase with a 10% deposit just to get on to the...

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Rohit Sachdeva

Sep 10, 20212 min read

Interest rates…. do I fix or float?

Before Lockdown, it was well publicised that the Reserve Bank was planning to raise the Official Cash Rate (OCR), in an effort to try and...

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