Money Made Simple

25/07/2026

Lower your expectations and increase your chances of purchasing your first home. Latest article on substack

https://open.substack.com/pub/youcanbankonit/p/lower-your-expectationsraise-your?r=31blcq&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

19/07/2026

Your credit card limit could be costing you thousands in borrowing power! see the latest article from Bank On It

https://youcanbankonit.substack.com/p/your-credit-card-limit-could-be-costing?r=31blcq

15/07/2026

One Debt Is Better Than Four!!

Why simplifying your debt can improve your financial position before applying for a home loan.
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Please check out the latest article https://open.substack.com/pub/youcanbankonit/p/one-debt-is-better-than-four?r=31blcq&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

13/07/2026

Start Paying Your Mortgage Before You Own a Home?

Check out the latest article from Bank On It.

https://open.substack.com/pub/youcanbankonit/p/start-paying-your-mortgage-before?r=31blcq&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

11/07/2026

🏡 **Exciting news!**

I'm excited to announce the launch of **Bank On It** – a new publication powered by **Money Made Simple**, created to help New Zealanders become **bank-ready** and achieve their goal of home ownership.

Buying your first home can feel overwhelming. Deposits, KiwiSaver, lending rules, budgeting, credit scores, mortgage jargon... there's a lot to take in.

That's where **Bank On It** comes in.

You'll find practical, easy-to-understand articles covering:
✅ First-home buyer tips
✅ Mortgage preparation
✅ KiwiSaver and deposits
✅ Budgeting and saving
✅ What banks really look for
✅ Common mistakes to avoid

No confusing financial jargon. No sales pitch. Just straightforward advice to help you buy your first home with confidence.

If you, a family member, or a friend are thinking about buying a home, I'd love for you to follow along and subscribe.

👉 **Read the first article here:** https://youcanbankonit.substack.com/subscribe?params=%5Bobject%20Object%5D

Please like, share, or tag someone who dreams of owning their own home. Every share helps more Kiwis become bank-ready.

**Bank On It**
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01/05/2023

Some good news for those eligible for the First Home Buyers Grant & looking to build

The government is boosting the minimum First Home Grant house price cap for new build properties as part of changes to the scheme.