[Mickstim]

We were absolutely determined that we weren't going to buy a house until we had been here at least 6 months, the exchange rate had improved and we saw where the market was going. But guess what?? You got it - we have put an offer in for a house, it has been accepted and it is full steam ahead.......

It's Michael's fault really :roll, he just isn't a renting person and I could see his frustration at not being able to do the things he wants to do. Having just retired he needs things to keep him occupied every day and a rental doesn't really give him the incentive. Anyway - the house next door but one from our rental is on the market and eventually we had a peep. That was fatal! So we are going to move 2 houses away - but the upside is that we already know our neighbours!

We have lots of decorating to do once we get in as most of the rooms are a deep shade of aubergine, which goes with absolutely nothing we own, and the master bedroom looks a bit like a bordello :laugh

Other than that the house is gorgeous, with views over the entire world (or almost), lots of entertaining and living space, 4 good sized bedrooms, and a section large enough for M to plant some veggies and keep himself out of mischief.

Now all we need are some friends to entertain...............


Bx

[BaldyBeardyBloke]

Any pics available?

[shakyle2906]

Good for you!

It certianly made us feel more settled, especially for our then nearly 5yr old as well as being able to do what you want to your own house.


Sharon
x

[dilanium]

Wonderful!

[kanatakiwi]

Well done Barb and Michael!
bananas for you................:raebanana:raebanana:raebanana
Gloria

[lockstock]

We did exactly the same and broke our rule too - only we moved across the street and 5 houses up! Renting does funny things to you:)

[holland]

Wow barb!!! You move fast! really really happy for you!!!

You can entertain us!!!!

J and G xx

Pics??

[Mickstim]

Here we go - piccies! They don't do it justice though..........

Bx

http://www.nz.open2view.com/tour/photo/178785/1

[holland]

Wow....the photo's are gorgeous so if they don't do it justice it must be fab!!!

Really happy for you xx

J xx

[benhila]

Congratulations! The house is fab and the views to die for! Wish you all the best

Ben & Hila (who also jumped in head first not a month ago....):cheers

[jubjub]

Lovely house, current owners certainly do like aubergine dont they!

[dilanium]

Oh wow! That's a fantastic place!!! :)

[5kings]

Congratulations! What an amazing house, it's absolutely gorgeous!

Another little nudge in the NZ direction for me!

Helen

[Caroline and Dave]

I absolutely love your views. You'll probably need a mortgage to pay for all the paint though :laugh

[LesleyS]

Barbara, that's a turn up for the books since we last spoke..... :clap Lucky you it's exactly what you were both looking for isn't it?
It's lovely, we are both very jealous!

PS: We know a good decorator if you need one....xxx ;)

[TrentBridge]

Wow - what an absolutely lovely house. As said before if those pics don't do it justice I can't imagine what it must look like in the 'flesh'.

See what you mean about the aubergine - just a little OTT :laugh

Really pleased for you. Hope the move goes smoothly - will it take long?

[napiers]

House looks fab - can't say I blame you for buying it! And those views - I just said to OH I want to over to NZ asap!

[JandM]

Congratulations! All rules are made to be broken.;):D

[beth&rich]

Wow, what beautiful views. I see what you mean about the bedroom though...looks a little like it might have a red light. ;)

[victoria24]

would you mind posting the price for such a lovely home?

[slider]

Here we go - piccies! They don't do it justice though..........

Bx

http://www.nz.open2view.com/tour/photo/178785/1

You're kidding, right?
What a beauty. Well done! :clap

[TheNaylors]

WOW! Can see why you would want to break your own rules, well done for such a superb find!

:clap:clap:clap

[Andy-Dee]

WOW thats some bedroom colour scheme Barb!

The house if fab though, you'll soon make it a home

[marcia]

Fantastic - good luck in your new home. I hated been in a rental felt much more settled when we found our place!

And if you are looking for friends to invite along - look no further than your forum buddies I'm sure there will be loads on doorstep! :p

[pinkpiggy]

Fantastic house and views. Congratulations.

[Belmont Babes]

Wow fab Barb, absolutely gorgeous. I understand the feeling about renting, we too aren't sure which way to jump. Keep looking at open homes just to drive myself mad :uhoh

[Kerry and David]

Congratulations - the house looks fantastic!

K x

[vixxann]

Barb - what a stunner :raebanana you must be very pleased - looks like it will make a great home :nice1

don't mind a bit of aubergine but I think they have a little over the top!
well it will give Michael something to do!

[nickydwuk]

Lovely house - I knwo what you mean about breaking the rules.

We had said we would never buy before getting to NZ but OH saw a brand new house under construction in the area we want to live and now we have had our offer accepted and just waiting for exchange on our property to go unconditional. :eek:

[peebles16]

Fantastic house Barb, I'd do nothing all day but look out the window - views to die for :D Who cares about the aubergine when you've got that lot on your doorstep :laugh

Enjoy!!
Karenx

[SNK05]

Wow....the photo's are gorgeous so if they don't do it justice it must be fab!!!

Holland, you took the words right out of my mouth...lol

The house is fabulous, beautiful views....WOW

Sue n Kev
xx

[nippa&pippa]

Lovely views and I like your big kitchen than my little kitchen, I want that!! LOL

We also did broke the rule, instead of 12months, we moved out after 6 months of renting. We couldn't settled in rental house, hate it. Lucky, with a baby on the way give us prefect chance to find house asap and to break the rent's contract :yes

[Spooky]

Absolutely beautiful place! Well worth it to break your rules! I am sooooooo jealous :)

[catt]

Lovely house........is that the Mount i see as part of your view? Can see why you will need a lot of paint though.......good luck on that one :clap:raebanana

[Mels]

with views over the entire world (or almost),

Bx

The important bits anyway :yes

Fantastic house with amazing views - we'll be visiting :clap

Mels

[JayBee]

Can see why you've done it!! FAbulous views - remember climbing up the Mount on our recce -

Enjoy!

[tea drinker]

Looks fantastic

It obviously felt just right so don't worry about the rules :laugh

hope that you will be very happy in your new home

[victoria24]

in a related fashion.. how easy or difficult is it to get a mortgage as a new immigrant with minimal job history? what sort of deposit is the norm? who are the mortgage lenders in nz that are good to deal with?

[mgbridges]

Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous is all I can say AND a flat garden!

Agree about the aubergine, there must have been a special deal on it when they were decorating!

Enjoy making it your own.
Anneliese

[Peter&Liz]

Wow lovely house, I absolutely love the views!

Congratulations! :raebanana:raebanana:raebanana

Peter

[dusk]

Congratulations :D

[IanW99]

in a related fashion.. how easy or difficult is it to get a mortgage as a new immigrant with minimal job history? what sort of deposit is the norm? who are the mortgage lenders in nz that are good to deal with?

See Sorted: Mortgages (http://www.sorted.org.nz/home/sorted-sections/mortgages) for some general mortgage information.

We never had any problems getting a mortgage even when just on a WTR, they do of course want to see evidence that you have a job and proof of the amount that you are earning.

The lenders do tend to want to see some deposit (normally 95%) but may go upto 100%.

If you are on a WTR then they want to see a 20% deposit.

Ian

[james the mechanic]

The lenders do tend to want to see some deposit (normally 95%) but may go upto 100%.
Ian

Wow; 95-100% thats some deposit alright! I know we're in uncertain times, but they're really not taking any risks now then, are they Ian?:laugh

[IanW99]

Wow; 95-100% thats some deposit alright! I know we're in uncertain times, but they're really not taking any risks now then, are they Ian?:laugh

Yep, definitely a big deposit, but the only way to be sure...:p

Ok, you got me, you can lend upto 95% normally, but they may go upto 100%
So 5% deposit or none.

Was originally going to specify the deposit but changed my mind, thought it would be clearer, do-h.

Ian

[thewoodies]

wow - lovely house:raebanana:raebanana:raebanana

[Moorf]

Aha - found the pictures! Was chatting to Mum and she said how lovely your house was and I thought "how did she know?"!! They send their best...

Fantabulous house guys - you must be so happy!

Moorf