From visas to mortgages, tax files to KiwiSaver, buying a home to finding the right suburb. We've put everything Kiwi families need to settle in Australia into one free guide. No fluff, no filler, just what matters.
We built this guide after helping hundreds of families make the move. Every section covers something that tripped people up.
The 189, 190, 482, 491 and 444 visas explained in plain English. Which one applies to you as a New Zealander, and what it means for buying property.
How to open an Australian bank account before you even arrive. Which banks are the most migrant-friendly, and what documents you'll need.
The exact steps to get your TFN and Medicare card fast. Common mistakes to avoid, and the timing that matters most.
The reality of buying a home as a recent arrival. LVR requirements, First Home Buyer schemes, and the lenders that work with Kiwis.
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and the Gold Coast - real numbers on rent, groceries, schools and transport.
Whether to transfer your KiwiSaver into Australian super or leave it. Pros, cons, and the tax considerations most people miss.
Sell, rent it out, or refinance? A decision framework based on your situation, with tax and legal considerations explained.
A week-by-week checklist from 6 months before you leave to 6 months after arrival. Nothing falls through the cracks.
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Real stories from people who took the leap across the Tasman
"Go talk to the guys at Fundmaster because they will set you up with goals that will achieve your end result, which is buying a house."
"Other brokers declined me. I saw a Fundmaster ad on Facebook and reached out. They worked really hard on my mortgage and got it sorted."
"Fundmaster is excellent for property finance. They give you everything you need in one go and explain the repayments clearly. Really great service."
Yes, completely free. We put it together because we help a lot of Kiwi families navigate the move to Australia and we want to make the process easier for everyone.
Yes. Fundmaster works with partners across the Tasman to help New Zealand citizens secure home loans in Australia, even soon after arrival. We handle everything from explaining the process to connecting you with the right Australian lenders.
In some cases, yes. The rules around pre-approval vary by lender and depend on whether you have an Australian income or not. We will cover your options in a free consultation.
The guide covers both. You have options to transfer your KiwiSaver into an Australian super fund, and we can help you figure out what to do with your existing New Zealand home loan (sell, rent out, or refinance).
The guide includes an overview of Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and the Gold Coast, with cost of living comparisons and tips for each.
The guide covers everything Kiwi families need to know, in one place, for free.
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