Slice
Slice provides a free software platform that guides first-time home buyers through the entire purchasing journey, from budgeting and research to legal settlement. The platform connects users with vetted mortgage advisers and lawyers, offering fixed-fee packages and à la carte services like property checks and co-owner agreements. It also supports buyers with deposits under NZ$40,000 and co-buying arrangements.
- Property Technology
- Legal Technology
- Financial Technology
- Software Only
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Founder details are not available yet.
Product
Problem
Buying a home is an overwhelming process for many first-time buyers, who must navigate complex legal, financial, and property-related steps without clear guidance. This often leads to costly mistakes, delays, and unnecessary stress, particularly for those with limited knowledge of mortgages, legal documents, or property valuation. Many prospective buyers also struggle to understand how to enter the market with small deposits or through co-ownership arrangements.
Solution
Slice provides a free software platform that guides home buyers step-by-step through the entire purchasing journey, from initial research to final settlement. The platform includes budgeting tools, document checklists, and educational resources, while also connecting users with a network of vetted professionals including mortgage financial advisers, lawyers, and property experts. Users can access property-specific services such as LIM report reviews, title checks, building reports, and sale and purchase agreement reviews. Slice's offerings also include workshops, courses, and packaged services that combine financial advice, legal support, and settlement services, with specialized packages for couples, families, and co-buyers.
Target Audience
Primary customers are first-time home buyers in New Zealand, including individuals, couples, families, and friends purchasing property together, who need affordable legal, financial, and educational support. The platform also serves global customers through online courses and waitlist access.
Features
- Free web-based software that walks users through the home buying process with structured guidance, videos, and quizzes
- Direct access to mortgage financial advisers who provide free budgeting support and compare bank offers to secure the best loan deals, including support for deposits under NZ$40,000
- Legal document review services covering certificate of title, LIM reports, sale and purchase agreements, and KiwiSaver withdrawal assistance
- Specialized packages for co-buyers, including co-owner agreements, contracting out agreements, and legal settlement services priced individually or as bundles
- Educational materials including a free home buyers ebook, a pre-recorded workshop (NZ$30), and a comprehensive course with modules, calls, and quizzes (NZ$399)
- Stand-alone à la carte products for specific needs, such as building reports (from NZ$500), unit title reviews (NZ$370), and negotiation support (NZ$200)