Buying property is one of the biggest financial commitments you’ll ever make, and in this country, it can be really difficult to achieve.

For most of us, the most important first step is to qualify for a mortgage.

So, how do you improve your chances of getting the lending you need to be in the market, and what do you need to know about what you’ve signed up for?

This week, Nadina talks with director of The Loan Market and senior advisor Cam Marcroft to get all the tips and tricks you need to get on the property ladder.

If you have a question you want answered, or a financial story to share, get in touch at nadine.higgins@nzme.co.nz

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The average wedding in New Zealand is on the rise - once thought to be around $30,000, that cost for higher-end weddings has doubled in recent years.

Finance companies often feature pictures of weddings when touting their high-interest loans, but debt is no way to start your life of wedded bliss. So how can you avoid financial stress when planning your big day?

This week, Nadine is joined by Astrid Braid, wedding planner at PS I Love You Events, to talk through what costs you should look at cutting on your big day, and which ones are worth investing the big bucks in.

If you have a question you want answered, or a financial story to share, get in touch at nadine.higgins@nzme.co.nz

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Kiwis are pretty familiar with the idea of investing in property, but more often than not, it’s in houses, apartments, or other types of residential property.

But more and more people are asking if they should instead consider commercial property.

This week, Nadine talks with CEO of property investment firm Rethink Group, and commercial property investor, Scott O’Neill, to discuss the ins and outs of commercial property.

If you have a question you want answered, or a financial story to share, get in touch at nadine.higgins@nzme.co.nz

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