Is it possible to get a home loan with bad credit in New Zealand?

If you’ve had credit challenges in the past, you may still qualify for a home loan through non-bank lenders who offer more flexible lending criteria than traditional banks. Subject to eligibility. At Lemon Tree Finance, we work with clients in all financial situations—including those with adverse credit histories—to help them take a step toward homeownership.

Bad Credit Home Loan Solutions

Non-Bank Lenders

These lenders specialise in helping borrowers who don’t meet standard bank criteria. They assess your full financial picture, not just your credit score.

Specialist Mortgage Brokers

At Lemon Tree Finance, we have the expertise and lender relationships to find solutions for clients with complex credit profiles.

Higher Deposit Requirements

A deposit of 20–30% significantly increases your approval chances and may help reduce the interest rate offered.

Credit Issues That Can Still Be Considered

We’ve helped clients secure home loans after facing:

Missed or Late Payments

Including personal loans, credit cards, or utility bills.

Business Failures

If you’ve had a company liquidated or become insolvent in the past.

Discharged Bankruptcy

Once your bankruptcy is officially discharged, you may be eligible for a loan with certain non-bank lenders.

Court Judgments & Defaults

Provided the debt is settled and time has passed since the judgment, lenders may still consider your application.

What to expect

Higher Interest Rates Initially

Expect rates above standard bank rates, depending on the severity of your credit issues.

Opportunity to Refinance

Many clients refinance to better rates in 12–24 months once their credit improves and repayments are made consistently.

Comprehensive Assessment

We'll help you gather supporting documents, explain your credit history clearly, and present a strong case to lenders.

How Lemon Tree Finance can help

If you've been told “no” by a bank, that doesn’t mean the end of the road. Let’s have a confidential chat and explore your options. At Lemon Tree Finance, we don’t just look at your past—we focus on your future potential.

We:

· Work with non-bank and specialist lenders who understand real-life financial setbacks

· Structure your application for maximum success

· Offer a long-term plan, including refinancing options when your credit improves

· Guide you with honesty and transparency every step of the way

Our expertise

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We understand that finance can often feel complex and complicated. That's why, at Lemon Tree Finance, we're all about helping you secure the best possible finance solutions.
Our mission is simple: to make the finance process easy, stress-free, and tailored to your goals.

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