- Get started on your mortgage
- Buying your first home, next home, investing in property or just keen to review your mortgage?
- Apply online
- Put your savings to work
- Earn better returns and access your money with no penalties.
- Start investing now
Get your project going with the Homeowner's Loan
Zero fees1. Interest-only repayments at 9.75%2 and up to $70k3 in your pocket fast. Leave the bank out of it - we've got you.
Apply online now
The fastest way to borrow for the house, without talking to the bank.
Borrow against your house for things like:
- Home renovations
- Big ticket items for the house
- Home repairs
- A new vehicle
Applying is fast, secure and 100% online. It doesn't get much easier.
1. Complete our online application
Apply for anything between $1k and $20k unsecured or up to $70k secured. Just make sure you've got your NZ drivers license or NZ passport handy.
2. We drop the money into your account
Provided everything stacks up, the money will appear in your account within a couple of days, depending how quickly we get the info we need.
3. Now get your project underway
Now you've got the funds, the fun begins. Start turning those ideas into reality.
What will your Homeowner's Loan repayments be?
Work out your regular repayments and how quickly you could pay off your personal loan.
So many repayment options
- After the first year of interest-only repayments4, our mortgage brokers can arrange for the remainder of the loan to be absorbed into the mortgage (subject to bank criteria). Otherwise, you can pay it off over 2-7 years.
- You also have the option to pay it all off in full, whenever you like without any early repayment fees. That's right - you call the shots.
Phil C
New Plymouth, New Zealand
Such a easy process..all done online would highly recommend to anyone looking for a loan rather than the traditional bank or finance companyPC
Jessica
Southland, New Zealand
The process was easy and straightforward. I'm glad we got the support we needed for our project. Thanks so much!JS
Emily
Auckland, New Zealand
Such an easy & efficient process. Very happy with the interest rate offered & money was in my account by the end of the day.E
Magnus Kriel
Auckland, New Zealand
The application process was easy and super fast. Just the right amount of questions to get an accurate quote. Interest rate was the best compared to competitor quotes.MK
JOHN EVANS
Sefton, New Zealand
Despite not fully understanding some things answers were always easily available and explained. patience, understanding and a feeling that we actually worked together to achieved things made the experience a pleasant oneJE
John
Canterbury, New Zealand
I found squirrel to be excellent to deal with on all levels, especially communication. Squirrel took the time to understand my finances fully and made the right decision. Banks could learn a thing or two from squirrel.J
Steve W
Canterbury, New Zealand
Wow-signed documents sent back at 2pm, funds cleared in my bank account by 5pm the same day! The application process was well managed and communicated. There really are no competitors that come close to Squirrel...keep up the good work.SW
Shalini
AUCKLAND , New Zealand
The best finance company so far...very helpful and fast service. I would recommend you to everyoneSN
No fees
That's right. Stuff paying fees - we won't charge you any for starting the loan, repaying it early, or anything. Except for recovery costs and fees in the event of a dishonoured payment and/or default.
Bundling the loan into the mortgage
After the first year of interest-only repayments, our mortgage advisers can bury the loan into your mortgage so your wallet feels less of a pang (subject to bank credit criteria). While we're at it, we'll help get you a great deal from your bank at the same time. Then we'll structure it all in a way that suits you best.
Note: because of bank Loan-to-value (LVR) restrictions, any lending over 80% on a mortgage will incur low equity fees. Your adviser will talk you through this if that is the case with your mortgage.
What about paying it off on its own?
If you choose not to bundle the loan into your mortgage, you can pay it off on its own separately. Over 2-3 years the interest rate is 9.85%p.a. or 5-7 years the rate will be 9.95%p.a. We'll happily chat through your options with you. You always have the option to pay it wipe it clean whenever you want - we'll never penalise you for paying it off early.
Ever wondered where the money comes from?
Through the concept of peer-to-peer lending (and the magic of technology) your loan is funded by Joe Bloggs down the road who's invested their extra cash into our platform. Think of it like Tinder for money. It's also how we can afford to offer such awesome interest rates. We've built a system in-house which allows us to run like a lean, mean running machine without too many overheads, giving borrowers and investors a better deal. Good old kiwi ingenuity.
What kinds of things you can use the loan for
This product has been built especially for you, the owner of your home for whatever you need. It comes in handy for renovations, do-ups, unexpected bills, financing a car, big ticket items for the house, a new horse, whatever floats your boat.
The boring bits:
1 If you or a guarantor default on your obligation, you may be obliged to pay costs and expenses for enforcement.
2 Rates shown are based on current rates. Rates are subject to change.
3 Affordability, responsible lending and credit criteria apply. Subject to available funding.
4 If your loan falls into arrears, a default interest rate of 5% p.a. will be added to your fixed interest rate and remain in place until your loan is back on track and out of arrears
Example: A borrowed amount of $10,000 over 1-year interest-only would result in repayments of $83 per month at 9.75% p.a. (not risk graded). If a payment is missed or a loan is in arrears for a period of time, default interest may apply. Check out our fees page.
Phil C
New Plymouth, New Zealand
Such a easy process..all done online would highly recommend to anyone looking for a loan rather than the traditional bank or finance companyPC
Jessica
Southland, New Zealand
The process was easy and straightforward. I'm glad we got the support we needed for our project. Thanks so much!JS
Emily
Auckland, New Zealand
Such an easy & efficient process. Very happy with the interest rate offered & money was in my account by the end of the day.E
Magnus Kriel
Auckland, New Zealand
The application process was easy and super fast. Just the right amount of questions to get an accurate quote. Interest rate was the best compared to competitor quotes.MK
JOHN EVANS
Sefton, New Zealand
Despite not fully understanding some things answers were always easily available and explained. patience, understanding and a feeling that we actually worked together to achieved things made the experience a pleasant oneJE
John
Canterbury, New Zealand
I found squirrel to be excellent to deal with on all levels, especially communication. Squirrel took the time to understand my finances fully and made the right decision. Banks could learn a thing or two from squirrel.J
Steve W
Canterbury, New Zealand
Wow-signed documents sent back at 2pm, funds cleared in my bank account by 5pm the same day! The application process was well managed and communicated. There really are no competitors that come close to Squirrel...keep up the good work.SW
Shalini
AUCKLAND , New Zealand
The best finance company so far...very helpful and fast service. I would recommend you to everyoneSN
