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'Filling their boots': First-home buyers cashing in on property market slump

19 August 2026

Brief

First-home buyers are back claiming a big share of New Zealand’s housing market as prices retreat from Covid-era highs. Behind the statistics are Kiwis making creative calls, taking on large debts and finding a place to call their own. 🔗

In-depth

First-home buyers are back claiming a big share of New Zealand’s housing market as prices retreat from Covid-era highs. Behind the statistics are Kiwis making creative calls, taking on large debts and finding a place to call their own. 🔗

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