![Sonya Flinch](https://www.nzherald.co.nz/resizer/v2/SOAPURC4SQNJW2BBDKOIM5FJMU.jpg?auth=588de97e30d6461d548eb20eacbe3da7f8ef69a153a80711425039df5b5981bd&width=16&height=22&quality=70&smart=true)
No, I haven't saved enough for a deposit and my rent has actually just gone up.
SONYA FLINCH, 49
Kawaha Point
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No, I'm a student, it's a long journey to get into a home.
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No, I haven't saved enough for a deposit and my rent has actually just gone up.
SONYA FLINCH, 49
Kawaha Point
No, I'm a student, it's a long journey to get into a home.
UTKARSH NIGAM, 24
Central
With my wife, yes. It'll be 17 years in December that we've been in this home. No desires to sell at the moment.
JOHN DYER, 75
Lake Tarawera
No, I'm boarding. I'd like to within the next five years so I've started saving.
ART SPARROW, 20
Glenholme
No, I don't want the responsibility of rates anymore. I used to own a home in Maketu, but it's nice to just give up some responsibility and take it easier.
LAUREL PORIMA, 64
Kawaha Point
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