The Squirrel Effect is making finance fairer
Get a mortgage
If it’s a home loan you need, our expert mortgage advisers will get you the best deal.
Grow your money
If you want to earn higher interest on your savings, check out our great options.
Fund your project
If you're developing, subdividing or building, we can help you fund it.
What does fairer finance look like?
A better deal on your mortgage
Our mortgage advisers get to know you, then work with all the main lenders to find a solution that fits. They're paid the same no matter which lender you end up with, so you know they're on your side.
Higher returns on your savings
Grow your money whilst keeping it handy with our high-interest On-Call Account or place it into one of our term investment options for even better returns.
Bespoke funding
End-to-end funding for builders and developers designed to make your money work harder and manage your risk.
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Crystal
New Zealand
My experience was great with squirrel. Professional and timely. Highly rated their service and would use again.
Anonymous Customer
New Zealand
Great communication and efficient processing
Tahlee
New Zealand
Sam was incredible and we honestly could not have done this without him. Highly highly recommend Sam & the squirrel team THANK YOU!
Brad
New Zealand
Great team and great advice
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