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flag Over 115,000 New Zealanders withdrew $3B from KiwiSaver to buy homes, averaging $43K each.

flag Over 115,000 New Zealanders have withdrawn more than $3 billion from ANZ’s KiwiSaver schemes to buy their first home, with average withdrawals of $43,000 and most borrowers under 45. flag In September, first-home withdrawals reached $234.1 million, up from $176.8 million the prior year. flag While some economists believe KiwiSaver has boosted demand and slightly lifted prices, others say its impact is minimal compared to broader factors like housing supply and interest rates. flag Experts agree the program helps improve savings discipline and buyer budgets, but caution that using funds for homes can reduce retirement savings. flag ANZ reports rising first-home loans and has launched a new calculator to help members manage savings post-withdrawal.

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