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Canterbury Home Loans
Mortgage advice for first-home buyers, movers and refinancers in Christchurch and Canterbury.
Mortgage AdvisersChristchurchChecked 13 November 2026
About Canterbury Home Loans
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Canterbury Home Loans provides mortgage advice to first-home buyers, families and homeowners across Christchurch and Canterbury. Run by Duane Aarts, a Christchurch-based mortgage adviser with over 25 years of banking and home lending experience, the service guides borrowers through understanding what they can afford, comparing options from 30+ banks and lenders, and planning their next steps with confidence.
The business helps clients at different stages: first-home buyers preparing with deposit and pre-approval information, home movers managing equity and sale timing, refinancers reviewing their options, and new-build buyers understanding progressive payment structures. Canterbury Home Loans offers free initial consultations and provides clear, jargon-free guidance to help clients make informed decisions before applying for loans. The service covers understanding KiwiSaver contributions, low-deposit lending, property valuations and settlement timelines.
What you'll find on canterburyhomeloans.co.nz
Canterbury Home Loans is a Christchurch-based mortgage advice service helping first-home buyers, home movers and refinancers across Canterbury understand their lending options. Duane Aarts, the adviser, has 25+ years of banking and home lending experience and provides direct, personal guidance through the entire home loan process.
The service offers access to 30+ banks and lenders, including all major New Zealand banks. Clients start with a free chat to discuss their goals, deposit and income, then receive guidance on borrowing power, lender comparisons and loan structure before moving through application, approval and settlement.
Access to 30+ banks and lenders
25+ years banking and lending experience
Free initial home loan consultation
Guidance from application through settlement
135+ five-star Google reviews
First-home buyer guides and resources
Who it's for
First-home buyers, property movers and homeowners in Christchurch and Canterbury wanting to compare mortgage options without working directly with banks. Particularly useful for those seeking clarity on pre-approval, deposits, KiwiSaver, low-deposit lending and the overall home loan process.
Services
First-home buyer guidanceHome loan adviceLender comparisonRefinancing adviceNew-build lendingLow-deposit lendingPre-approval assistanceMortgage broker services
Areas covered
ChristchurchCanterbury
Questions about Canterbury Home Loans
What does the initial consultation cost?
The first home loan chat is free. You discuss your goals, deposit, income and timing to understand your position before any commitment.
How many lenders can I compare?
Canterbury Home Loans has access to 30+ banks and lenders, including all major New Zealand banks. Different lenders assess borrowers differently, so comparing options early can help identify which may fit your situation.
What happens after I get approved?
You receive practical guidance throughout approval and settlement, with Duane helping you understand conditions, next steps and any final requirements before your home loan completes.