Posts by adviceHQ
164 days ago

Breaking News: RBNZ Activates DTI Restrictions & Eases LVR Restrictions

Financial Adviser, Director from adviceHQ

From 1 July, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) will be implementing the following changes:

DTI Restrictions Introduced
➖ 20% of new owner-occupier lending to borrowers with a DTI ratio over 6.

➖ 20% of new investor lending to borrowers with a DTI ratio over 7.

LVR Restrictions Easing
✔20% of owner-occupier lending to borrowers with an LVR greater than 80% (increased from 15%).
✔ 5% of investor lending to borrowers with an LVR greater than 70% (deposit requirement reduced to 30% from 35%).

If you are an investor or first home buyer with a low deposit, get in touch with adviceHQ to see how this helps you.

#adviceHQ #NZPropertyInvestor #FirstHomeBuyer #RBNZ #LVR #DTI

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More messages from your neighbours
16 hours ago

Unlock the Answer: Today’s Riddle is Trickier Than You Think!

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

What English word retains the same pronunciation, even after you take away four of its five letters?

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1 day ago

Poll: Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Buses can be a relaxing way to get home if you have a seat and enough space. However, it can be off-putting when someone is taking a phone call next to you.

Do you think it's inconsiderate for people to have lengthy phone calls on a bus? Vote in the poll, and add your comments below.

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Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?
  • 64.2% Yes
    64.2% Complete
  • 33.2% No
    33.2% Complete
  • 2.6% Other - I'll share below
    2.6% Complete
1405 votes
22 days ago

What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.

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