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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 $10 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.
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?
Graham
Auckland 0600, New Zealand
Always a great service, even when what was needed is a little confusing they are able to explain it and help get the best for us.G
John
Orewa, New Zealand
Emma is just the best. We've had a long standing relationship with Emma. She understands us and our goals and moves heaven and earth to make things happen.J
S
Auckland, New Zealand
Big thanks to Kyle for his patience, persistence and absolute hustle to get us across the line, going above and beyond.S
Arun
New Zealand
Professional approach, prompt responses, clear communication and excellent result focus. Over all highly satisfied.A
Prav
New Zealand
Vikram Katukam has helped us through re-financing. He did an awesome job getting us the first home loan and re-financing at the right time to ensure we get our cash offer and best rate as well from the other bank. Great work!!!P
Lionel
New Zealand
Appreciated Squirrel did not give up after initial decline from the bank on the mortgage application, happy to say we go there in the end.L
Michelle
Auckland, New Zealand
Thank you so much to the amazing Lindsay Hill for helping me to achieve another life milestone, first in 2016 with my own home and now in 2022 with a rental. First class customer service, industry knowledge and patience with my many questions :)M
Anthony
Auckland, New Zealand
My squirrel broker Jessica car went above and beyond in her professional advice and support during my application . She is an absolute gem. I am forever grateful Regards AnthonyA
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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Graham
Auckland 0600, New Zealand
Always a great service, even when what was needed is a little confusing they are able to explain it and help get the best for us.G
John
Orewa, New Zealand
Emma is just the best. We've had a long standing relationship with Emma. She understands us and our goals and moves heaven and earth to make things happen.J
S
Auckland, New Zealand
Big thanks to Kyle for his patience, persistence and absolute hustle to get us across the line, going above and beyond.S
Arun
New Zealand
Professional approach, prompt responses, clear communication and excellent result focus. Over all highly satisfied.A
Prav
New Zealand
Vikram Katukam has helped us through re-financing. He did an awesome job getting us the first home loan and re-financing at the right time to ensure we get our cash offer and best rate as well from the other bank. Great work!!!P
Lionel
New Zealand
Appreciated Squirrel did not give up after initial decline from the bank on the mortgage application, happy to say we go there in the end.L
Michelle
Auckland, New Zealand
Thank you so much to the amazing Lindsay Hill for helping me to achieve another life milestone, first in 2016 with my own home and now in 2022 with a rental. First class customer service, industry knowledge and patience with my many questions :)M
Anthony
Auckland, New Zealand
My squirrel broker Jessica car went above and beyond in her professional advice and support during my application . She is an absolute gem. I am forever grateful Regards AnthonyA
