Feature article

How to find the best mortgage interest rates in New Zealand

Compare all the latest mortgage rates from bank and non-bank lenders.

17 June 2024

Karina Reardon
AI

AI summary

Choosing the best mortgage rate involves more than just finding the lowest number. It's vital to consider your personal risk appetite, potential future rate changes, and plans for making lump sum repayments.

Splitting your loan across different fixed terms can help manage risk. A mortgage adviser can provide expert guidance, help structure your loan effectively, and often access better rates than those advertised. Use online comparison tables and calculators to easily compare lenders and see your potential repayments.

Is choosing the lowest mortgage rate the best strategy?

Can mortgage advisers get lower rates than those advertised?

How to find the best mortgage interest rate on any day

How to quickly compare all mortgage interest rates

Example 1 – Find the lowest floating rates offered by any of the lenders

Example 2 – Find the lowest two-year fixed rate offered by New Zealand owned banks

Example 3 – See how your current lender compares for the one-year rate

How to see the effect of different interest rates on your mortgage repayments

Author

Karina Reardon Karina Reardon
Head of Strategic Partnerships