Smart steps to owning your own home
Our team are here to help, and connect you with the experts who will guide you on your purchasing journey. Here's a handy checklist to get you started:
REDUCE DEBT
Your first focus should be on paying off any loans, and taking a close look at your expenditures in order to reduce your debt-to-income ratio.
SAVE FOR A 5% DEPOSIT
Your deposit can be from cash savings or if you've been a KiwiSaver member for 3+ years, you may be eligible to make a withdrawal to put towards your first home.
TALK TO A MORTGAGE BROKER
A mortgage broker can assist you with getting your finances in shape and securing bank finance pre approval, at no cost.
EXPLORE OPTIONS
Explore all the options available to you such as Shared Equity Partnerships, or a First Home Loan.
STAY ORGANISED
The best thing you can do to stay financially sound is to keep your bank account organised throughout your purchasing journey and beyond.
COME AND SEE US
See it for yourself. Book a time to walk through our display suite, meet the team and get a real feel for what Pikotoetoe has to offer.
CHOOSE YOUR HOME
Take your time exploring the individual available homes and decide if there's one that's right for you. Our team is on hand to walk you through your options.
SECURE YOUR HOME
If you've found your ideal home, you'll pay an initial deposit to secure it. Your lawyer will guide you through the agreement and what's required.
KEEP IN TOUCH
We'll keep you updated on the progress of your new home every step of the way.
YOUR PRE-SETTLEMENT INSPECTION
Before settlement, you'll have the opportunity to walk through your home to make sure everything is as expected.
SETTLEMENT DAY
Your lawyer and bank will handle the final details. Once settlement is confirmed, the keys are yours. It's time to plan and explore. Our Neighbourhood section might help.
WELCOME HOME
The exciting part. Your new home is ready, it's time to move in, and be welcomed to Pikotoetoe.
REDUCE DEBT
Your first focus should be on paying off any loans, and taking a close look at your expenditures in order to reduce your debt-to-income ratio.
SAVE FOR A 5% DEPOSIT
Your deposit can be from cash savings or if you've been a KiwiSaver member for 3+ years, you may be eligible to make a withdrawal to put towards your first home.
TALK TO A MORTGAGE BROKER
A mortgage broker can assist you with getting your finances in shape and securing bank finance pre approval, at no cost.
EXPLORE OPTIONS
Explore all the options available to you such as Shared Equity Partnerships, or a First Home Loan.
STAY ORGANISED
The best thing you can do to stay financially sound is to keep your bank account organised throughout your purchasing journey and beyond.
COME AND SEE US
See it for yourself. Book a time to walk through our display suite, meet the team and get a real feel for what Pikotoetoe has to offer.
CHOOSE YOUR HOME
Take your time exploring the individual available homes and decide if there's one that's right for you. Our team is on hand to walk you through your options.
SECURE YOUR HOME
If you've found your ideal home, you'll pay an initial deposit to secure it. Your lawyer will guide you through the agreement and what's required.
KEEP IN TOUCH
We'll keep you updated on the progress of your new home every step of the way.
YOUR PRE-SETTLEMENT INSPECTION
Before settlement, you'll have the opportunity to walk through your home to make sure everything is as expected.
SETTLEMENT DAY
Your lawyer and bank will handle the final details. Once settlement is confirmed, the keys are yours. It's time to plan and explore. Our Neighbourhood section might help.
WELCOME HOME
The exciting part. Your new home is ready, it's time to move in, and be welcomed to Pikotoetoe.
Questions? We’ll keep it simple
Freehold? Absolutely. No body corp.
Pet-friendly? Yes – they’re homes, not rentals.
Parking? Onsite.
Good rental potential? Definitely.
Settlement? Around 10 working days – easy.
Guarantee? 10-year Master Build. Sorted
Landscaping? Shared spaces maintained.
Deposit? A quick 5%.
Schools? Plenty of options nearby
Rubbish? Taken care of – just roll it out.
Testimonials
First hand feedback from buyers who've chosen an Avant neighbourhood as their new home.
Don't just take our word for it. Avant has been creating design-led communities for years. Hear from buyers just like you, real people who've experienced what we build.
Purchasing a house from Avant was a smooth and stress-free process. They supported me each step of the way. I previously purchased a home in their Kotuitui Development, so going back for the second time was a no brainer. My home feels safe, warm and exactly what I needed. The community feels safe and friendly, having people around is comforting, especially as a single female.
We have found the total experience building at Boathouse Bay with Avant to be very professional. Everyone has been a delight to work with, and the finished result, I absolutely love. These quality buildings have a delightful character, and the planting will only improve with time. It is a joy to arrive home and be greeted by friendly neighbours.
I wasn't looking for a home. I was looking at rentals when my son and his partner bought in the Wirihana development, so I went and looked at their home. A big selling point for the age that I am was the community, so I went through the process of buying and here I am now with amazing neighbours and lots of lovely people nearby. People are able to do their own thing or come together.
The team that delivers
Communities prosper when they are grounded in strength. Pikotoetoe is a neighbourhood developed with confidence by an experienced, and award winning team.
Te Ākitai Oho Moata,
Te Ākitai awake at early dawn
