Make the most of your hard work and live the life you want with a Heartland Bank Reverse Mortgage.
We’ve helped over 28,000 Kiwis release their home equity. Even a small amount could make a difference. So when life happens, you could remain independent and secure.

Consumer trusted reverse mortgage

Our brand ambassador

We’re proud to introduce Judy Bailey as our Reverse Mortgage brand ambassador who is a well-known face across New Zealand households.

See our Tea & Possibilities video series where Judy talks to reverse mortgage customers about their experience firsthand.


View our customer stories

What is a reverse mortgage?

If you’ve been wondering about whether a reverse mortgage is right for you, you’ve come to the right place. Heartland Bank Reverse Mortgage specialist Joan will help break it down.


Enquire now for a free info pack

The Reverse Mortgage process

1
Get in touch
A specialist will explain what a reverse mortgage is and take you through the application process. There’s no commitment, you can change your mind at any time.
2
Application
To be eligible, you’ll need to meet certain criteria, including your age, the location, construction and a valuation of your property.
3
Approval
We’ll review your application. Provided they meet our criteria, we’ll make you a loan offer.
4
Settlement
We’ll send your loan documents to your solicitor who must provide you with independent legal advice. If you proceed, the documents can be signed and returned for settlement.

Speak to a specialist

If you’d like to find out more about a Heartland Bank Reverse Mortgage, you can call us on 0800 488 740.
Alternatively, enquire with us by clicking the button below and filling out the contact form.
Our hours are Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm


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Designed for Kiwis planning to move into a retirement village, our Village Access Loan uses the value of your current house to fund your next move - without needing to sell it first.

Find out more Heartland’s responsible lending criteria, terms, conditions, and fees apply.

How can we help?

New Reverse Mortgage application

If you are new to Heartland and wish to apply for a Reverse Mortgage, please select apply here.

Cash Reserve request

If you already have a Reverse Mortgage and wish to draw funds from an existing account, please apply here.