Soft Landing Ep.23 - Can I Ever Own a Home in NZ? Story of Dreams, Family & Belonging

from Soft Landing · host Brett Corlett

In this heartfelt episode of Soft Landing NZ, I open up about our journey from South Africa to New Zealand, what we built back home, what we left behind, and what it really feels like to start over in a new country. After 2½ years in New Zealand, I'm asking the big question many immigrants face: "Will I ever truly feel settled — will I ever own my own home here?" I share my personal story, from buying our first home in our 20s, investing in property, and building stability, to now navigating NZ's housing market, rising costs, and the challenge of saving for a deposit. This episode is raw, reflective, and deeply relatable for anyone trying to make NZ their forever home. We'll also be diving into practical next steps in upcoming episodes, including expert advice from Ivandee Fitchet (Migrant Financial Services) on how to plan, budget, and turn the dream of home ownership into reality. If you've ever wondered how to put down roots, buy a home, or build a secure future in New Zealand, this one's for you. Also, If you're thinking about moving to New Zealand or already on the journey, come join the free Soft Landing Inner Circle community. It's a place to get clarity, ask questions, and learn from others going through the same process. 👉 https://linktr.ee/softlandingnz #NewZealand #ImmigrationJourney #MovingToNewZealand #LifeInNewZealand #FromSouthAfricaToNewZealand #NZImmigrantStories #NZHomeOwnership #MigrantFinancialServices #NewBeginnings #MakingNZHome #NZDream #CostOfLivingNZ #LivingInNewZealand #NZPodcast #ExpatLife #SouthAfricanInNZ #FinancialPlanningNZ #KiwiLife #Aotearoa

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