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Keen to chat to your usual NZ Mortgages adviser?
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.
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.
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.
Mortgage broker
We get to know you, and work with all the main lenders to find the solution that best fits you and your goals.
Lender
Not everyone fits inside the bank box. That's where our own unique lending products come in.
Savings and investments
Earn higher returns on your savings by investing into Squirrel loans or using our high-interest On-Call Account.
Contact your usual South Island mortgage adviser
Angela WanoaMortgage Adviser - formerly NZ Mortgages
029 988 7766angela.wanoa@squirrel.co.nzLocated in: Christchurch
Ari BainsMortgage Adviser - formerly NZ Mortgages
027 277 9590ari@squirrel.co.nzLocated in: Christchurch
Speaks: Hindi, Punjabi
Daniel KuoSenior Mortgage Adviser - formerly NZ Mortgages
021 293 1678daniel.kuo@squirrel.co.nzLocated in: Christchurch
Speaks: Mandarin
Holly WeildMortgage Adviser - formerly NZ Mortgages
022 158 0413holly@squirrel.co.nzLocated in: Christchurch
Mark MagbanuaMortgage Adviser - formerly NZ Mortgages
027 303 4043mark.magbanua@squirrel.co.nzLocated in: Christchurch
Speaks: Filipino
Nathan MiglaniManaging Adviser - Christchurch & South Island - formerly NZ Mortgages
021 021 20555nathan@squirrel.co.nzLocated in: Christchurch
Speaks: Hindi, Punjabi
Tasmania SapiMortgage Adviser - formerly NZ Mortgages
022 543 7219tasmania@squirrel.co.nzLocated in: Christchurch
Speaks: Samoan
We’ve got Advisers in a lot of locations around the country but thanks to the magic of technology we can help you wherever you are in New Zealand – or around the world.
We've got access to more banks
meaning more choice and a better deal
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.
Kamal
New Zealand
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.
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?
We work for you, not the bank or the real estate agent
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.
Simplify things
It might seem like a minefield of jargon but it doesn’t have to be. We're here to make it easy.
Save money
Having the right home loan solution in place will save you thousands.
Keen to apply for a mortgage or refinance?
- Fill in our online application
- Get assigned your own mortgage adviser
- Receive personalised advice and a solution tailored to your situation
Everything you need to know in one place
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Don’t just take our word for it
Madhu P
New Zealand
We've worked with Ange and the team at Squirrel more than once now, and every time they've been absolutely fantastic. This time was no different, they looked after us from start to finish with the same professionalism, attention to detail, and just the right amount of hustle behind the scenes to make everything run smoothly. What I appreciate most is how they take the stress out of the process. I just tell them what we're trying to do, and they take care of the rest: crunching the numbers, dealing with the bank, and coming back with a clear plan. It means we can focus on the bigger picture without getting bogged down in the details. Even with a few curveballs from the bank this time, Ange and her team kept everything on track and moving forward. We managed to get both the sale and the purchase done without any delays or issues, which is exactly what you want in these situations. When we think about getting a loan, we think about Ange and the team, and no one else. I genuinely don't want to deal with any other company. They've earned that level of trust.
Suzanne
New Zealand
Sudam was great to deal with. I had already met with another broker and hadn't been happy with the interaction. Sudam's approach was completely different - he was really nice to talk to, very clear about the options and process, and made the whole thing easy for us. Sudam communicated well throughout and we're very happy with the outcome of switching our mortgage.
Guy
New Zealand
Very easy to deal with.
James
New Zealand
Fantastic to deal with, makes everything very effortless and provides great advice