Background
A father and son had rented the same home for 15 years when their landlord decided to sell the property. Hoping to stay in the home they loved, they approached their financial adviser to explore whether homeownership was achievable.
The landlord was supportive throughout, providing ample time for his tenants to consider their options and seek advice. Their financial adviser then engaged with Avanti to determine whether the clients could secure financing, given their limited deposit and differing applicant profiles.
Challenges
- The clients had only a 7% deposit, all of which was held in KiwiSaver.
- They needed to borrow 90% of the purchase price, meaning there was a shortfall of 3%.
- One applicant presented a weaker profile, creating uncertainty around application strength and serviceability.
- The property was located in a regional area, which can require additional lending consideration.
Mitigants
Working closely with the financial adviser, our team gained a clear understanding of the customers’ financial position and determined that they met our Long-Term First Mortgage Near Prime criteria.
- The main income earner had a strong profile, giving weight to the overall application.
- They met the minimum 5% deposit requirement under our lending criteria (via KiwiSaver).
- A personal loan could be used to fund the additional 3% shortfall, provided affordability assessments were met.
Solution
We approved a 30-year first mortgage to fund 90% of the purchase price, with the remaining balance covered through their KiwiSaver savings and a personal loan arranged by their financial adviser.
The father and son were thrilled with the outcome, finally turning the home they had rented for 15 years into their own.
LOAN AMOUNT
$387,095
INTEREST RATE
7.35% p.a.
(1% margin due to 90% LVR)
TERM
30 years
LVR
90%
CASE STUDY - LONG TERM NEAR PRIME FIRST MORTGAGE
“Our Long Term First Mortgage offers competitive interest rates, a broad geographic coverage, and supports higher LVRs of up to 90%. For owner-occupier, we accept a minimum 5% deposit, with eligible savings and gifts contributing to the balance.
We follow a comprehensive credit assessment process, and work closely with advisers to deliver lending solutions tailored to each client’s individual circumstances and risk profile.
If you have customers in a similar situation, , reach out to your local Avanti BDM.”
Bridgitte Turner
Business Development Manager, Northland, Auckland North & West