First Home Buyers Guide

First Home, First Step: Making Dreams a Reality

New builds are the perfect solution for first home buyers, here’s why:

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  • Financial Incentives: New builds often come with financial incentives, such as access to First Home Grants, low deposit lending options and discounted interest rates for the build period. These programs are designed to make it easier for first-time buyers to secure financing and make homeownership more accessible.
  • Peace of Mind: One of the biggest advantages of new builds is the peace of mind they offer. With fixed-price contracts, you know exactly what you're paying upfront, eliminating the fear of hidden costs. Additionally, new builds come with warranties that cover various aspects of the home, ensuring that any issues are addressed without additional expense.
  • Guided Process: Navigating the home buying process can be daunting, especially for first-time buyers. When you build a new home with Jennian Homes you will be supported at every step. From initial inquiries to finalizing the purchase, you'll have access to expert advice and assistance.
  • Customisation: One of the most exciting aspects of buying a new build is the ability to customize your home. Unlike older properties, new builds offer the opportunity to personalize the design and features to suit your style and needs. This means you can create a home that feels uniquely yours.
  • You’ll save on power and maintenance: New homes are built to modern energy standards, which means lower bills and fewer repairs.

Overall, new builds provide a clean slate, financial incentives, and a simplified path to ownership. They offer peace of mind, customization options, and energy efficiency.

 

How It Works 

To help you navigate this process smoothly, we've outlined a clear, step-by-step guide. From setting your budget and researching locations to customising your home design and moving in. This guide ensures you stay informed and confident every step of the way. Let's turn your dream of owning a new home into reality!

Step 1 - Setting your Budget
Step 2 - Research available House and Land Packages
Step 3 - Visit a Display Home
Step 4 - Select Your House and Land Package
Step 5 - Customize Your Home Design
Step 6 - Secure Financing and Finalize the Purchase
Step 7 - Construction Begins
Step 8 - Final Checks and Settlement
Step 9 - Move In and Enjoy Your New Home!

Why Choose Jennian

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  • Jennian Homes has been building the homes New Zealanders love for more than 40 years, so you can rest assured you’re in safe hands when you choose Jennian Homes.
  • We’re New Zealand’s most awarded Master Builders brand, and we complete all of our homes to the same award-winning standards of design, quality and workmanship.
  • Our superior buying power and industry relationships make a Jennian homes exceptional value for money. We deal with brands, so you can be sure everything in your home will be of the highest quality. 
  • 100% Completion Promise: In 40 years we've never failed to complete a home to practical completion. You can trust that your home will be finished as defined in your Registered Master Builders Residential Building Contract.
  • 36 Month Defects Warranty: Our industry-leading 36-month defect warranty exceeds the standard 12-month warranty offered by competitors. If you notice any building defects within 36 months of completion, we'll make sure they're fixed.
  • 10-year Registered Master Builders Guarantee: This means you can trust in the quality of your home for many years to come.

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How do I work out a good budget?

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Jennian Homes partners with the best finance providers including Squirrel. They’ve been helping Kiwis into new homes since 2008. Their advisers work with all the major banks and lenders to get you the best deal for your new build

Whether you’re building your first home or your next, Squirrel will guide you through every step. And if your situation’s a bit outside the box, they’ve got smart solutions to make it work. Book in a chat or find out how much you could borrow with the Squirrel handy mortgage calculator.

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Real people. Real homes. Real stories.

Explore our customer stories and see how new home buyers and growing families have successfully navigated their journey with us. Hear firsthand accounts of their experiences, from finding the perfect house and land package to moving into their dream home. These stories highlight the personalized support, seamless process, and satisfaction that come with choosing Jennian. Let their experiences inspire and guide you as you embark on your own path to homeownership.

We specialise in building great homes for Kiwis.

Get in touch with your local Jennian Homes franchise today.