ASB joins low deposit Kāinga Ora scheme with some benefits
Mortgage advisers can now use ASB for clients buying a home under the Kāinga Ora First Home Loan scheme.
ASB joins Kiwibank, Westpac SBS Bank, The Co-operative Bank, Unity, Nelson Building Society and NZHL who are already part of this scheme.
The first home loan is designed for people who can afford regular mortgage repayments but are finding it difficult to save a 20% deposit. Instead of the standard deposit, eligible buyers can purchase their first home with just 5%, with the loan underwritten...MORE»
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