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Tony Alexander | The Economic Bounce Back | NZHL

7 October 2021

Taken from Tea with Tony October 2021 Confidence remains in an economic bounce back  While Covid-19 restrictions continue, independent economist Tony Alexander remains confident in a strong economic bounce back once restrictions ease. And, although business activity and the economy are still restrained, Tony says we haven’t had the same level of…

Is Now The Right Time To Refinance Your Mortgage | NZHL

1 October 2021

For many people in NZ, home loans are the largest financial consideration they have, so it’s no surprise that with interest rates on the rise and ongoing COVID uncertainties, mortgage costs are top of mind for many. But what is refinancing? What’s the benefit? And, do lower interest rates matter? In this…

Tea with Tony | Episode 7 | October 2021

27 September 2021

It’s our second Covid edition of Tea with Tony. With Auckland making a move to alert Level 3 and restrictions continuing throughout the country, we discuss the immediate impacts, and we look forward, focusing on the post lockdown economic environment. Are price hikes and inflation our new normal? And…

Tony Alexander | Economic Impact of Delta Lockdown | NZHL

5 September 2021

Taken from Tea with Tony September 2021 A temporary interruption While the initial impact of the Delta lockdown in New Zealand is negative, with so much of the economy closed down, independent economist Tony Alexander says based on last year’s behaviour, we’re looking at a ‘temporary interruption’ and potentially even…

Tea With Tony | Episode 6 | September 2021

30 August 2021

It’s Tea with Tony Delta lockdown styles. This month Tony reminds us that we’ve been here before and that this is a temporary economic interruption. We discuss that not even Delta seems to be able to cool the housing market – that’s seemingly one for looming interest rate rises in…

Tea with Tony | Episode 5 | August 2021

3 August 2021

If you haven’t already noticed, life has got more expensive in New Zealand. This month we ask Tony if we can handle annual inflation of 3.3%, and what that means for interest rates (Tony lays down some predictions) and our housing market. *Please note – Tony Alexander is an independent…

Tea with Tony | Episode 4 | July 2021

5 July 2021

There is no recession in New Zealand – we explore what’s driven the economy back into growth. House prices are still chugging, but for how long? Especially with debt to income ratios looming. And we ask Tony if we might all be walking past the obvious… Want to have…

For a Successful Home Loan, Good Account Conduct Can Be the Difference

29 March 2021

A home loan is a lot more than just numbers; it’s also a partnership with your mortgage adviser, and how you engage with that partnership can have a huge impact on the success of your mortgage. By making your payments on time, setting realistic goals, and working with your adviser,…

Tips For Buying in a Hot Property Market

11 March 2021

Landing that first house in a hot market can be challenging, particularly given the introduction of new loan to value ratios (LVRs) for first home buyers. The good news is that preparation, understanding and smart choices can make a difference! Our team here at NZHL (New Zealand Home Loans) help…

How NZHL is Helping Kiwis Through Their Holiday Expenses

18 December 2020

The holiday season is a time to celebrate, a time to connect with family, a time to enjoy New Zealand’s beautiful summer weather, and, unfortunately, a time to spend. About a quarter of New Zealand adults went into debt last Christmas and not all of them have paid those debts,…

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