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More than a mortgage broker
Whether you’re a first home buyer, reviewing your existing mortgage or a property investor, we’re here to help you make informed, forward thinking decisions. Our advisers work hard to make buying property easy and in most cases, it won’t cost you a cent.
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Why choose Squirrel to sort your home loan?
- Better mortgage rates
- More lending options
- Expert property and lending advice
- Better technology
- Our advisers are paid salaries, not commission
We've settled over $9 billion in mortgages. And because we're always scouring the market for a better deal, you can count on us to drag more money out of those fat cats.
Better mortgage rates
We arrange around $1billion of loans per year which gives us negotiating power and access to better rates.
More options
We have access to more banks than other brokers, plus our community of 1,500 + peer-to-peer lenders looking to fund a person like you. And more options add up to better rates.
Our advisers are paid salaries, not commission
This means our advice is impartial, and you know you won't get pushed into a loan you don't want, or can't afford.
Better technology
Our online application takes less than 10 minutes, and will help us focus on what's most important to you.
More banks, more choices
Plus a network of over 1,000 peer-to-peer lenders
Not only do we have access to more banks than other brokers, but we have a community of over 1,000 peer-to-peer lenders for a custom solution if you don't quite fit the bank's box.
Don't settle for any old mortgage
We’ll compare all the main banks and weigh up the options, so you don’t have to. We’ll answer those niggly questions, like:
- What’s the lowest interest rate in market?
- Fix or float, or a combination of both?
- Which bank is best for me?
- Can I avoid break fees?
- How much could I be saving?
Christopher
Auckland, New Zealand
Emma Wallace is an absolute superstar, she kept us informed, responded in a timely manner, and was super clear about what she needed from us and what we could expect from her. The most painless part of buying the house was dealing with SquirrelC
Svend
Christchurch, New Zealand
Thanks Eleanor for the help with our mortgage for new property down in CHCH. Eleanor was great when we secured our first home in Auckland, and had another great result when we sold up and moved to Christchurch using Squirrel again.S
David
Christchurch, New Zealand
I was referred from my partner who saw an ad for squirrel, the best advice ever. Absolutely no hassle from Jess and she also got me a better Rate!!D
Ben
Auckland, New Zealand
Brad was fantastic, really responsive and answered all of our many questions despite our situation changing regularly. Thanks for all your help!B
Paul
New Zealand
Eleanor was fantastic, very patient and extremely helpful. I will definitely recommend her as a first point of contact for anyone I know that is looking at getting a Mortgage, and will be back in touch with her next time I am looking at purchasing.P
Paul
New Zealand
Brad Luiten was fantastic to deal with. Pretty well beat the odds of us not getting a home, so we're wrapped with the outcome.P
Chris
New Zealand
Very professional and personal service from Emma. Listened to and understood my specific needs to tailor a suitable offering to help me achieve my goals. Always willing to help and provide advice. Much appreciated.C
Isaac
New Zealand
The service provided by Sunil was awesome and professional at the same time. He knows what he is doing and he made sure the it benefitted the client. Just superb.I
Get your mortgage right and it's the easiest money you'll make
Our team of mortgage brokers are whizzes at perfecting a mortgage structure.
Rather than putting all your eggs in one basket at one interest rate, depending on your situation we'll usually advise splitting your mortgage across different terms and rates. We’re pretty clued up about the economy and rate movement so we’ll help you make an informed decision.
Why bother getting so technical?
The devil is really in the detail. When we’re talking hundreds of thousands of dollars, a fraction of a percent change in interest or repayment rates can save you a packet. This could mean retiring to your super yacht a few years earlier than planned. If that's your thing.
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We’ll chat with you to understand your financial situation and what you’re wanting to achieve.
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Your adviser can provide honest feedback on any potential properties, and answer questions you’ve got along the way.
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We’ll work with the banks to get you a hot rate. We’ve got access to them all, plus a community of willing peer-to-peer lenders for custom solutions when needed. More options for you means better rates.
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Work out the best structure to suit your lifestyle, and negotiate your mortgage for you.
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Together we can build a plan to help you get mortgage-free faster. You might be amazed at what small things you can do to shave years off your mortgage.
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We don’t ‘set and forget’. Your adviser is always a phone call or email away and down the track we’ll help you when your fixed rate rolls over, and beyond.
We've picked up a few awards along the way
Stay on top of the property market
It doesn’t matter how fresh you are, someone has been in your shoes before. We’ve written a lot about all of the aspects of buying a property. Everything from “What the hell is a LIM?” through to “How do I buy my seventh mansion?” Check out our blog and get up with the property game.
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Christopher
Auckland, New Zealand
Emma Wallace is an absolute superstar, she kept us informed, responded in a timely manner, and was super clear about what she needed from us and what we could expect from her. The most painless part of buying the house was dealing with SquirrelC
Svend
Christchurch, New Zealand
Thanks Eleanor for the help with our mortgage for new property down in CHCH. Eleanor was great when we secured our first home in Auckland, and had another great result when we sold up and moved to Christchurch using Squirrel again.S
David
Christchurch, New Zealand
I was referred from my partner who saw an ad for squirrel, the best advice ever. Absolutely no hassle from Jess and she also got me a better Rate!!D
Ben
Auckland, New Zealand
Brad was fantastic, really responsive and answered all of our many questions despite our situation changing regularly. Thanks for all your help!B
Paul
New Zealand
Eleanor was fantastic, very patient and extremely helpful. I will definitely recommend her as a first point of contact for anyone I know that is looking at getting a Mortgage, and will be back in touch with her next time I am looking at purchasing.P
Paul
New Zealand
Brad Luiten was fantastic to deal with. Pretty well beat the odds of us not getting a home, so we're wrapped with the outcome.P
Chris
New Zealand
Very professional and personal service from Emma. Listened to and understood my specific needs to tailor a suitable offering to help me achieve my goals. Always willing to help and provide advice. Much appreciated.C
Isaac
New Zealand
The service provided by Sunil was awesome and professional at the same time. He knows what he is doing and he made sure the it benefitted the client. Just superb.I
