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Christchurch mortgage team. NZ Mortgages is now Squirrel
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Same local experts, same local advice

NZ Mortgages has officially rebranded to the leading mortgage brokerage Squirrel.

If you're a customer of NZ Mortgages, not much is changing. You'll still be dealing with exactly the same people, and have access to the same local expertise and impartial advice you've always had. We've simply brought together two like-minded businesses as one - and with Squirrel there's an added benefit from the size, technology and expertise of the wider business.

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So who are Squirrel anyway?

Squirrel has been around since 2008 and is one of New Zealand’s largest mortgage brokers. We help people purchase over $3 billion worth of property each year as a mortgage broker, and we’re also a non-bank lender, for those who don't fit inside the bank's box.

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We get to know you, and work with all the main lenders to find the solution that best fits you and your goals.

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Not everyone fits inside the bank box. That's where our own unique lending products come in.

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Savings and investments

Earn higher returns on your savings by investing into Squirrel loans or using our high-interest On-Call Account.

We've got access to more banks

meaning more choice and a better deal

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We have access to more lenders than other brokers – and if you don't quite fit the bank's box we can step in with our own custom solution for you.

Personalised advice and a hot interest rate, from anywhere

Pop in to our office for a chat, or do it all online in your pyjamas if you like. You’ll receive personal, impartial advice via phone or email from our team of mortgage brokers and you’ll get a great mortgage rate too.

We’ve got more than 400 five-star Google reviews to show for it.

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Kamal

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Wow what a team! Our experience with Nathan and Phil has been amazing, very quick with communication, friendly and professional. We felt that everything was taken care of in a timely manner and each step was communicated to us clearly and concise. Gathering all the information needed seemed easy with their help. We really appreciate all the recommendations given to us and a big thanks for making it possible for our plans to workout. Thanks guys.

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We’ll compare all the main banks and weigh up the options, so you don’t have to.

We’ll also 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?

Ready to get started?

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We work for you, not the bank or the real estate agent

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Unbiased, personalised advice

Our advisers are paid the same no matter which lender you end up with, so their only motivation is to make you better off.

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Simplify things

It might seem like a minefield of jargon but it doesn’t have to be. We're here to make it easy.

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Save money

Having the right home loan solution in place will save you thousands.

Keen to apply for a mortgage or refinance?

  1. Fill in our online application
  2. Get assigned your own mortgage adviser
  3. Receive personalised advice and a solution tailored to your situation
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Everything you need to know in one place

Stay up to date with the housing market, interest rate movement and the economy on our blog.

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By Nick Virtue

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13 May 2025


Rodney’s Ravings: How Trump’s trade war could help boost the housing market

By Rodney Dickens

The not-so-good news: US trade wars look set to tip the global economy into a period of low-growth over the next few years. The upside: NZ interest rates could drop further than expected in the coming months as a result, helping to bring some life back to the housing market.

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Peter

New Zealand

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Shiva was amazing, this process was so so simple, so much better than direct with the bank. Thanks

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CJ

New Zealand

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Dealing with Brad was excellent; he has provided great advice, he is a clear communicator, and has saved us money. We are already working on another refinance with Brad. Cheers Brad/Squirrel!

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Responsiveness and knowledgeable!