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is it worth buying in a cheaper city if you work remotely

ManukauMortgage·23/03/2026·32 views·2 replies·Partner answered
i work fully remote and i'm wondering if it makes more sense to buy in hamilton or palmerston north rather than auckland where i grew up. has anyone done this?

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Dustin LindaleVerified Partner previewHelpful answer preview5/04/2026

Yeah a lot of people are thinking about this now with remote working options. Short answer — it can make a lot of sense financially, but it’s not just a numbers decision. The big upside is pretty obvious: - places like Hamilton or Palmerston North are way more affordable than Auckland, both for buying and general living costs - So your deposit goes further, repayments are lower, and you’re not stretching yourself as...

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