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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 $8 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?
Nikhil
Auckland, [New Zealand]
Eleanor was very helpful and guided us throughout the process. Eleanor always responded to our queries regardless of how small or big it was and made the whole process stress free for us as a first home buyer. Thank you Squirrel & Eleanor NikhilN
Barbara
Auckland, [New Zealand]
Ben Goldsmith is an excellent mortgage broker. His communication was warm & efficient & he was quick to respond to our queries. He came highly recommended from a real estate agent we know & we will recommend him to our friends & colleagues.B
Ritnesh
, New Zealand
Sudam gave me good advise from start ti finish for my home purchase. Very knowledgeable and efficient person.R
Jaimin
, New Zealand
Aatish was really professional and panctual on communication to keep.me up to date with what happening with application and made refinance process very easy. Awesome customer service!J
Tanya
Hawkes Bay, [New Zealand]
Paul was recommended to us and we're so glad he was. Paul went above and beyond excellent service. Answering all our first home buyer questions and genuinely listening to us and giving us sound advice.T
Joel
Auckland, [New Zealand]
JB was super helpful, proactive and prompt. He quickly understood what I needed from this loan, researched the market and gave me a clear range of choices. After we discussed how to proceed, he made it happen super quick. Well done.J
Gaelyn
Auckland, [New Zealand]
It was easy from start to finish. I felt well informed and my needs were exceeded. A very simple and satisfying process.G
Jacque
Christchurch, New Zealand
I dealt with Faye Foster as my mortgage broker to help purchase my first home. She was really supportive, encouraging, friendly and approachable and had great communication. I would recommend Faye to anyone seeking a broker, she helped me own my first home.J
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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Nikhil
Auckland, [New Zealand]
Eleanor was very helpful and guided us throughout the process. Eleanor always responded to our queries regardless of how small or big it was and made the whole process stress free for us as a first home buyer. Thank you Squirrel & Eleanor NikhilN
Barbara
Auckland, [New Zealand]
Ben Goldsmith is an excellent mortgage broker. His communication was warm & efficient & he was quick to respond to our queries. He came highly recommended from a real estate agent we know & we will recommend him to our friends & colleagues.B
Ritnesh
, New Zealand
Sudam gave me good advise from start ti finish for my home purchase. Very knowledgeable and efficient person.R
Jaimin
, New Zealand
Aatish was really professional and panctual on communication to keep.me up to date with what happening with application and made refinance process very easy. Awesome customer service!J
Tanya
Hawkes Bay, [New Zealand]
Paul was recommended to us and we're so glad he was. Paul went above and beyond excellent service. Answering all our first home buyer questions and genuinely listening to us and giving us sound advice.T
Joel
Auckland, [New Zealand]
JB was super helpful, proactive and prompt. He quickly understood what I needed from this loan, researched the market and gave me a clear range of choices. After we discussed how to proceed, he made it happen super quick. Well done.J
Gaelyn
Auckland, [New Zealand]
It was easy from start to finish. I felt well informed and my needs were exceeded. A very simple and satisfying process.G
Jacque
Christchurch, New Zealand
I dealt with Faye Foster as my mortgage broker to help purchase my first home. She was really supportive, encouraging, friendly and approachable and had great communication. I would recommend Faye to anyone seeking a broker, she helped me own my first home.J
