Results: Risk
Competition likely to heat up amongst the banks following next OCR cut
It's looking increasingly likely that next week's OCR announcement could bring a 0.50% reduction, tipping one-year fixed rates bel...
Why opting to float may make sense in the current environment
With further interest rate cuts in the pipeline before Christmas, it may be worth holding off on refixing—and opting to float inst...
Are we on track for one-year fixed mortgages rates below 6%?
With the widespread expectation being that we're headed for another 0.25% OCR decrease in October, that could put us on track for ...
Managing your mortgage through the COVID-19 crisis
Squirrel's CEO John Bolton shared some practical advice for homeowners, and how to keep up with mortgage repayments when hit by financial hardship, in a time like this.
Capital Requirements to increase in 2020
Today the Reserve Bank of New Zealand announced their final decision to increase the capital requirement for banks.
Changes ahead for home buyers
From this Friday, home buyers who want to withdraw from a purchase the finance clause may be asked to provide evidence.
Is it worth breaking your fixed loan while interest rates are low?
While rates are at record lows, Kiwis who have locked in a fixed rate mortgage at a higher rate might be asking if it’s worth breaking and fixing at a new rate?
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New Zealand
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New Zealand
Helped me get an improved rate and sorted out my needs. Great communication, kept me up to date throughout the process.