Buying a home

Buying a home

Find out what's involved in the home loan application process with this simple, 4 step graphic.

Learn the language of home buying.
What is LVR?
Learn more about Loan to Value Ratio (LVR), how it’s calculated and what effect it can have on your mortgage.
Guide to buying your first home
There's lots involved in buying your first home. Our First Home Buyer Hub gives you access to the right tools and support to help you start your first home buying journey.
Renting vs. buying property
Deciding whether to buy property, and give up the rental game is a big decision. Here are some pros and cons of each.
4 things you'll have if you're ready to buy a home
Are you ready to buy a house?
Got all your ducks in a row? This handy infographic takes you through four things you'll have if you are ready to buy a house.
Family talking to Heritage Bank about a new home loan
How much money can I borrow for a home loan?
How much money you can borrow will depend on your financial situation, your mortgage repayments, the type of property and your overall application.
More buying a home articles

First time buyer jitters? We understand! Buying your first home is a huge undertaking. Here's 6 things you should do before you apply for a home loan.
Guest blogger and Plumber, Bec Senyard shares her top 9 things to look at when inspecting an open house.
Every seller wants to get the best price possible for their property. If you are serious about selling your home and generating buyer interest there are two key areas you need to look at.
Having equity in your home means the value of your property is more than how much you owe on it. Check out our tips on building your equity and how you might consider using it. 

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