Squirrel Information

Helping New Zealanders into homeownership. Backing builders and developers with finance that works. Creating smarter ways to save and invest. Founded in 2008 by John Bolton (JB), Squirrel is one of New Zealand’s most established and trusted non-bank lenders. Over 17 years we’ve helped more than 76,000 Kiwi to buy homes, advised on $22b in mortgage lending and backed $1.5b in residential developments. Today, with $500m of investor funds under management, we’re a major player in both consumer and construction finance. Now led by Chief Squirrel and CEO, David Cunningham, we’re more than a lender - we’re a network-powered property finance ecosystem. Our Property Finance Unit (PFU) connects capital, builders and developers to deliver better housing outcomes, white our mortgage and investment teams make finance fairer, faster and more flexible for everyday New Zealanders. What we do: Mortgages: Expert, independent advice from a nationwide team - helping Kiwi into their first home, move up or refinance smarter. Saving & Investing: From high-interest savings to property backed, peer-to-peer investment opportunities, we give New Zealanders better ways to grow their money Builders & Developers: Finance that fits the realities of construction — from standalone homes to complex multi-unit developments. Investors: Opportunities in secured, credit-assessed property lending that put capital to work where New Zealand needs it most. We believe thoughtful finance leads to better homes, stronger communities and a fairer financial system. That’s what we call unlocking the Squirrel Effect.