MortgageLife

17/09/2026

That feeling when your first home buyer wins the auction.

Big misconception: people think first home buyers can't compete at auction. They can, you just need to be fully unconditional before you start bidding.

This client did the work early. Finance sorted, no conditions, ready to go. That meant they could walk into the room and bid with total confidence, no finance clause to worry about, no risk of missing out because the paperwork wasn't ready.

They ended up getting a great deal.

If you've been told you can't do this, let's chat.

09/09/2026

Solar and EV questions keep coming up lately

31/08/2026

What a day! 💛🌼

On Friday, we spent the day collecting again for Daffodil Day, a cause that is incredibly important to us all.

A massive thank you to everyone who donated, stopped for a chat or simply shared a smile. And a special thank you to the amazing team who worked together to organise the day, support one another and get out there collecting.

The support and generosity from our Christchurch community was so lovely to see.

Together, we can make a difference 💛

24/06/2026

Thanks again to everyone who joined us this morning for the Women, Wealth & Business event! It was an insightful morning and a great chance to connect with fellow women in business.

A huge thank you to our incredible speakers and to everyone who came along.

29/04/2026

💡 Did you know?

At MortgageLife, we also provide personal insurance advice - helping you protect your lifestyle, your family and your financial future.

One team. One plan. Advice that fits you.

26/01/2026

23/12/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas from Mortgage Life! 🎄

As we wrap up 2025, we want to take a moment to say a heartfelt thank you to all our amazing clients, partners, and friends. Your trust and support mean the world to us, and we’re grateful to have been part of your financial journey this year.

Our office is now closed for the holidays so our team can spend time with loved ones and recharge for an exciting year ahead. We’ll be back on 12th January, ready to help you achieve your goals in 2026!

For anything urgent, the advisers will still be available to contact directly.

Wishing you and your family a joyful Christmas and a prosperous New Year. Stay safe, enjoy the festivities, and we look forward to seeing you soon!

✨ Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! ✨
— The Mortgage Life Team

09/12/2025

🏆We’re thrilled to share some exciting news! 🏆

MortgageLife has been awarded Excellence Award for “New Brokerage of the Year” at the NZ Mortgage Awards.

This recognition is a testament to the trust and support of our incredible clients, partners, and team. Thank you for believing in us and helping us achieve this milestone.

We’re committed to building on this success and continuing to deliver exceptional advice and service to help Kiwis achieve their financial goals.

The journey ahead is even more exciting — let’s make it happen together!

30/11/2025

Great to see our adviser Sam being asked by stuff.co.nz to comment on mortgage rates - have a read here:

https://www.stuff.co.nz/money/360901220/mortgage-rates-have-bottomed-out-heres-conversation-you-need-have-your-bank-now

Everyone wants a lower interest rate on their mortgage, but there are other ways to save money by talking to your bank.

25/11/2025

🏆RISING STAR 2025 🏆

We are proud to announce that our Adviser Paul Garner has received Rising Star 2025 Award from NZ Adviser.

Paul Garner, director and adviser at MortgageLife, has been named to NZ Adviser's Rising Stars 2025 list, a prestigious recognition that highlights the most outstanding young professionals reshaping New Zealand's mortgage industry.

Read more here: https://premium.mpamag.com/nz-nza-rising-stars-2025-paul-garner/p/1