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  • Buying a home

    … for it, getting a home loan and finding the right type of property for you. Types of homes There are many types of … afford your dream home right away. Think about renting or buying something cheaper at first and moving on to a more … and you read more on the Housing New Zealand website Buying Although it is not a legal requirement to use a …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/buying-a-home
  • Insurance in New Zealand - a guide for migrants

    … Home insurance is only necessary if you own your own property. In New Zealand, home insurance is usually … replace your home if the worst should happen. If you are buying an apartment, insurance for the building will normally … You will need to provide your own contents insurance.  Buying or building a house Contents insurance Contents …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/insurance-in-new-zealand-a-guide-for-migrants
  • Protect yourself from scammers

    … it’s a scam. If you are applying for a job or to rent a property or buying a car online, make sure the company is legitimate and that you see the actual property or car. Be suspicious of online advertisements …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/protect-yourself-from-scammers
  • Fireworks for Guy Fawkes

    … Purchasing In New Zealand there are strict rules around buying and selling fireworks. Fireworks are only sold for the … or beaches. It is best to only light fireworks on your own property, far away from anything that could catch fire. You …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/fireworks-for-guy-fawkes
  • New Horizons, Open Spaces

    … do. Furniture’s very expensive in New Zealand,” says Ian. Buying a home was the next goal, and the search highlighted … with temporary furniture. “We had that with our rental property – that was not a good experience for us. If you …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/new-horizons-open-spaces
  • Veterinarian moves from USA to New Zealand

    … on December 23 when one of their animals ran onto her property, and they invited her to Christmas dinner at their … need than necessarily what you want. I find myself only buying stuff I actually need.” Janelle has bought a …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/VeterinarianWorksinNewZealand
  • Chartered Engineer moves family from UK to Christchurch

    … easily make up for that. Selling their Sheffield home and buying property in Christchurch has stopped them from pining for …
    www.live-work.immigration.govt.nz/resources/chartered-engineer-moves-family-from-uk-to-christchurch

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