Saving a deposit for your first home can be a real struggle. The good news is you may be eligible to withdraw some of your KiwiSaver funds to put towards your first home.

For more information, check out the video below.

To be eligible to withdraw from your KiwiSaver account to purchase your first home, you must:

• Have invested in KiwiSaver for at least three years
• Be a first-home buyer or landowner
• Purchasing within New Zealand
• Live at the property (as opposed to renting it out)
• Not have withdrawn from your KiwiSaver before

When working out how much you can withdraw, you will need to:

• Ensure you leave at least $1,000 in your KiwiSaver account
• Contact your KiwiSaver provider to find out if you are eligible
• Understand you cannot withdraw any amount transferred to KiwiSaver from an Australian superannuation fund.

Get in touch with your KiwiSaver provider or financial advisor to obtain a first home withdrawal application form.

You’ll need to return your completed forms, along with all supporting documents, at least 10 working days before you need the money.

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