3 September 2026
New 100% Turnkey partnership aims to unlock more homes
Squirrel and Master Builders have launched a new funding model designed to free up builder capital and keep eligible pre-sold turnkey projects moving.
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18 June 2026
Squirrel further bolsters leadership line-up to support growth
Squirrel has made two new appointments to its senior team, with Lauren De Witt and Samantha Bell joining the fold as Chief Operating Officer and Head of Legal, RIsk and Compliance respectively.
Read more21 May 2026
New Squirrel research highlights major learnings for developers hoping to unlock downsizer market
New research from Squirrel into what downsizers want from their homes has revealed major learnings and opportunities for developers hoping to successfuly unlock the market.
Read more28 April 2026
Squirrel appoints fixed income heavyweight Iain Cox to drive further managed fund growth & innovation
Squirrel has appointed fixed income specialist Iain Cox into the newly established role of Head of Managed Funds, as it seeks to accelerate growth and innovation across its investment offering.
Read more9 December 2025
Squirrel appoints Abi Cooke as Chief Marketing Officer
Squirrel is delighted to announce the appointment of Abi Cooke into the role of Chief Marketing Officer.
Read more18 September 2025
Squirrel bolsters leadership team as it eyes accelerated growth
Squirrel has announced two key changes to its senior leadership line-up, as it positions itself to further capitalise on recent momentum and growth.
Read more23 July 2025
New Squirrel research reveals emotional disconnect at the heart of off-plan sales slowdown
New nationwide research from Squirrel into what buyers want from their homes has unveiled critical learnings for developers, serving as a wake-up call for those wanting to succeed in a difficult off-plan sales environment.
Read more20 September 2024
Squirrel announces South Island expansion with acquisition of NZ Mortgages
Squirrel has announced its acquisition of a majority stake in leading Christchurch-based mortgage brokerage, NZ Mortgages, with the businesses set to merge under the Squirrel brand.
Read more1 April 2024
Squirrel takes on the South Island
Christchurch-based NZ Mortgages has officially rebranded to Squirrel, marking the completion of our merger announced in September 2024.
Read more29 January 2024
New look for The Home Loan Shop, as it completes rebrand to Squirrel
Squirrel has entered an exciting new era, as iconic Wellington-based mortgage company, The Home Loan Shop, has officially unveiled its rebrand to Squirrel.
Read more21 July 2022
Squirrel on major growth track with dual merger & partnership announcements
Squirrel has announced its merger with iconic Wellington mortgage brokerage, The Home Loan Shop, as well as a newly-minted partnership with enable.me.
Read more9 March 2022
Squirrel appoints new CEO
Squirrel has announced the appointment of David Cunningham into the role of CEO, set to take up the role from July 2022.
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