Buying guide

Getting financial support for buying your first home in New Zealand

It pays to do your research.

Al Hall
By Al Hall (Content Writer)
Last updated: 26 August 2025 | 6 min read

What you’ll learn:

Financial help for buying your first home

1. Using your KiwiSaver

Your KiwiSaver can be a big help when buying a home.

2. First Home Loan

You and your partner might be eligible for the same financial help, meaning you can build a bigger deposit together.

3 Kāinga Whenua Loans

4. Help from family

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Al Hall Al Hall
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