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Unlocking Home Ownership

Unlocking Home Ownership


Hey, first home buyers!

Join us for our FREE Unlocking Home Ownership Seminar –an informative, down-to-earth session designed to help you take smart, confident steps toward buying your first home!

You’ll hear from three expert contributors based right here on the North Shore, covering the essentials: real estate, legal, and finance. Whether you’re just starting out or getting serious about purchasing, this is your chance to arm yourself with the crucial insights you need to get it right from the beginning.

What to expect:

Our seminar will be a mix of presentation and panel discussion, moderated with real-life questions (including from someone who recently bought their first home). You’ll get to hear practical, relatable answers that speak directly to what you’re experiencing as a first-time buyer.

Our experts will cover topics like:

  • How mortgage applications work.
  • What banks are looking for to approve and the urban myths about what banks are not looking for.
  • Methods of sale and how to approach them, including tips on what to ask.
  • What to consider when making an offer.
  • The basics of an Agreement for Sale and Purchase.
  • What happens legally once you’ve signed an Agreement and why having the right legal team matters.

🗓️ The seminar will run for about an hour, followed by a Q&A session where all our speakers will be available to answer your questions.


👥 After that, stick around for a bit of casual networking with professionals. This is a fantastic opportunity to expand your network and gain valuable advice from a range of experts, including a domestic insurance broker, personal insurance broker, investment adviser, property management group, and accountant. These professionals are here to help you succeed and provide insights as you navigate the home-buying process.

It’s a great chance to get clarity, ask the questions you’ve been Googling, and meet professionals who genuinely want to help you succeed.

* Refreshments will be provided during the evening

* Registrations are limited, so register now to secure your spot!

Thursday, 29 May 2025

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

The Contributors

Radhika Beetham

Radhika Beetham

Lifetime

As a financial adviser, Radhika works with everyday people to help them achieve their financial goals and protect what matters most. Taking a personal and collaborative approach, she focuses on preparing clients for life’s unexpected moments while supporting their dreams and future plans.

Owen Melhuish

Owen Melhuish

The Mortgage Supply Co

With over 40 years of banking and finance experience, Owen specialises in personalised home lending advice. Drawing on his extensive background across major banks and real-life property insights, he is dedicated to helping clients save time, stress, and money with tailored, efficient solutions.

Hayley Willson

Hayley Willson

ROTHBURY INSURANCE BROKERS

Hayley provides general insurance advice, technical solutions, and market insights, acting as a key advocate for her clients. As a qualified financial adviser, she works with multiple insurers to deliver tailored insurance outcomes and the best possible results.

Divya Pahwa

Divya Pahwa

BDO

Divya Pahwa is a Partner at BDO Auckland with over 14 years of experience as a tax specialist. Based in Takapuna, she advises clients across a wide range of sectors on GST, tax structuring, compliance, and strategic business planning, with expertise in both day-to-day advisory and complex Inland Revenue matters.

Ben Gladwell

Ben Gladwell

Gladwell Financial

Ben is a financial adviser specialising in insurance, he can help dispel myths about insurance, educate you on what you do need, what you don't need and find the best plan for you. 

Cynthia Klenner

Cynthia Klenner

Harcourts

A real estate professional with 19 years of experience, Cynthia Klenner is known for her personalised approach, calm guidance, and commitment to achieving the best results for her clients through trust, transparency, and tailored strategies.

Nicky Lewis

Nicky Lewis

Quinovic North Harbour Property Management

Owner and Operator of Quinovic North Harbour since 2004, Nicky Lewis specialises in comprehensive residential property management. With over two decades of experience, she is committed to delivering exceptional service to both property owners and tenants, upholding the highest standards in every aspect of her work.

Helen Lee

Helen Lee

McVeagh Fleming Lawyers

Helen is an experienced Solicitor in McVeagh Fleming’s Commercial Property Team in Auckland. She advises on a broad range of commercial and property matters, including residential conveyancing and commercial contracts, and brings the added benefit of being a fluent Korean speaker.