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Lending products created by humans for humans
It's our job to find the very best lending solution to suit you and your grand plans. When we can’t find it out there in the market, we make it ourselves.
Squirrel loans are designed specifically to meet the needs of residential property owners.
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A lender like no other
Through our peer-to-peer platform Squirrel can fund loans, allowing us to service niche pockets of the market that are getting overlooked.
Maybe you're keen to upgrade that 70's kitchen in your new home? You might be a builder looking to fund a small development, or are you in need of a bridging loan to help with buying your next home? Sometimes you can't fit inside the bank's box but we look at the bigger picture.
We see you.
Launchpad first home loan
A first home buyer's leg up onto the property ladder. Made for those with a low deposit but ability to pay the mortgage.
Bridging finance
A bridging loan to allow home movers to buy before selling, making the move process a smooth one at a lower cost.
Builders Turnkey loan
A builder's dream finance solution for building small scale developments or a one-off residential property.
Homeowners loan
Borrow on the house without talking to the bank. Interest-only repayments for the first year to keep costs down.
Tiny House loan
Downsizing? Our loan designed specifically for tiny houses makes it easier to go tiny.
Prefer to pick up the phone?
Sometimes it's easier to just talk to a human. Give us a call on 0800 21 22 30 or fill in our contact form.
Transparency and fairness
Our team are experts at what they do and there's nothing in it for them to push you into something that doesn't fit. We're open about where your loan is coming from and where your payments are going.
Smart tech, less admin, more value
With smart tech doing lots of the heavy lifting, we'll do our absolute best to make the process as simple and easy as possible.
Our loans are funded by Kiwis
We've got over 1,000 willing Squirrel investors who are all regular Kiwis looking to help out someone like you.
Products designed to suit your needs
Each of our unique lending products were created because we saw a need that wasn't being met. Whatever your situation, our goal is to get you the best value-for-money.
See what people are saying
Don't just take our word for it, see what our clients say about us on Shopper Approved.
Emily
Auckland, New Zealand
Such an easy & efficient process. Very happy with the interest rate offered & money was in my account by the end of the day.E
Magnus Kriel
Auckland, New Zealand
The application process was easy and super fast. Just the right amount of questions to get an accurate quote. Interest rate was the best compared to competitor quotes.MK
JOHN EVANS
Sefton, New Zealand
Despite not fully understanding some things answers were always easily available and explained. patience, understanding and a feeling that we actually worked together to achieved things made the experience a pleasant oneJE
John
Canterbury, New Zealand
I found squirrel to be excellent to deal with on all levels, especially communication. Squirrel took the time to understand my finances fully and made the right decision. Banks could learn a thing or two from squirrel.J
Steve W
Canterbury, New Zealand
Wow-signed documents sent back at 2pm, funds cleared in my bank account by 5pm the same day! The application process was well managed and communicated. There really are no competitors that come close to Squirrel...keep up the good work.SW
Shalini Narayan
AUCKLAND , New Zealand
The best finance company so far...very helpful and fast service. I would recommend you to everyoneSN
Edith McGhee
Waikato, New Zealand
This was the fastest easiest process I have ever experienced. Everything was done online. So quick and easy. I am very happy and will dealing with Squirrel for any financing I need in the future their interest rates are very fair also.EM
Stacey Booker
Auckland, New Zealand
They were super quick and easy to use, no hassles and now I can finish the renovations on the home. Would highly recommendSB
