Just in time for Christmas!
Dec 23, 2025
Between busy work schedules, city-to-bay travel, and some serious training commitments, Hannah and Logan were ready to take the leap into their first home — even while based in different places.
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Young and Wise!
Dec 19, 2025
Having been in the mortgage advice industry for over 25 years, it is rewarding to meet young people on the way up in life. You get an inkling that there may be something special happening, if Brock – at just 19 – continues to do what he’s doing with
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The Trusting Tradie!
Dec 16, 2025
Meet James—a busy tradesman who needed a flexible home buying journey that fit around his demanding schedule. Luckily, Darrin from dm consult made the process seamless by taking care of the legwork, allowing James to focus on his goal of home ownersh
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20 Years of Guidance with Mortgage Adviser, Darrin McCormack
Dec 9, 2025
When Kerry and I first arrived in New Zealand from the UK over 20 years ago, we knew very little about the local property market. Just weeks after landing, we met Darrin McCormack, and that meeting changed everything.
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Keeping it Real!
Nov 21, 2025
For over 20 years, Linda and Peter have trusted Darrin to guide them through their property investment journey. In a world where bank staff are always changing, Darrin has provided them with consistent, personal support for all their finance needs.
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Securing his home loan!
Nov 18, 2025
In between keeping the orchard buzzing and dealing with everything the season throws his way, Shane decided it was time to plant a new seed of his own — securing a home of his own.
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Celebrations on the deck!
Oct 31, 2025
This lovely couple is all smiles enjoying their brand-new deck — the perfect spot to celebrate their very first home!
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Another excited first home owner!
Oct 31, 2025
Between high-flying shifts and saving lives, Michaela made time for her own big mission — buying her very first home! 🏡
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They'll be home for Christmas!
Oct 21, 2025
Malte and his family have immigrated from Europe, seeking a safe and welcoming country away from neighbouring conflict. With a skilled job already secured, Malte needed to purchase a home in New Zealand in preparation for his family’s arrival.
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Third Generation!
Oct 16, 2025
So privileged to have helped Jared achieve a major milestone—buying his very first home in Napier! As a long-time local, Jared is proof that dedication, smart planning, and the support of family can lead to big rewards.
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Navigating their First Home
Oct 14, 2025
Young, ambitious, and determined — Maria & Max set their sights on the dream of owning their first home and worked hard to save towards it. Wanting to know just how close they were, they met with Emma to map out the next steps. To their delight, they
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Fighting Fire with Fire!!
Oct 10, 2025
These two siblings have been referred to Darrin by a fellow Volunteer Fireman. They are volunteers themselves, beginning their journey to home ownership in late 2021.
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They've only just begun!
Sep 5, 2025
With buying their first home on the horizon, Allie & Caleb reached out to Emma—on the recommendation of friends—to chat through the process and their finance options.
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Using the tools to be a Winner!
Sep 2, 2025
Darrin originally met with this couple 12 months ago to discuss first home loan finance. They took this advice on board and placed themselves in a position ready to take the next step, reconnecting with Darrin to approach the banks on their behalf!
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This young couple reaching high for their family
Aug 19, 2025
Here’s a young couple from Hawkes Bay, who are parents working hard for their family to get ahead in life. They have been referred to Darrin by their accountant, Adriana Murton from Adapt accountancy, Havelock North.
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Timing is Key!
Jun 29, 2025
This couple are returning clients of dm consult, needing finance for their next big move on the property ladder as they sell their first house and purchase their second.
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Smart Movers!
Jun 10, 2025
The most rewarding aspect of being in the home loan advisory industry for more than 5 minutes, is being able to offer clients mature advice and wisdom attained during 25 years of experience.
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From Sonia....
Jun 6, 2025
"Michael and I have been using dm consult to get finance for our last 2 homes and found the process so stress free.
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Dipping their toes and diving in...
May 13, 2025
These two know that buying your first house can be like jumping in a swimming pool at the deep end and finding yourself flapping around, floundering, trying to keep your head above the water.
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Another success for Nathan!
May 9, 2025
Nathan has previously used Darrin’s expertise for home loan finance. This time, needing to sort out his finance in his name solely, he didn’t hesitate in returning to dm consult.
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They're So Worthy!!!
May 9, 2025
They needed to change from a debt reduction loan structure that wasn’t working for them in regard to, “What is and what should be” due to where they are at in the family/life cycle.
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Leaping over hurdles with confidence!
Apr 22, 2025
This family has been referred to Darrin at dm consult by their good friend Tina.
Tina has used Darrin’s expertise in the past, to pull off a finance miracle for her and her mum.
Young Couple, Big Dreams!
Apr 4, 2025
One of the benefits of being in the mortgage adviser industry for over 25 years, is being a part of the client’s journey! It’s a privilege to be there as they start off in their careers,
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The Luck of the Irish!
Apr 4, 2025
From the Emerald Isles to the Land of the Long White Cloud they came, hopping and leg-kicking the Irish Céilí dance way!
They contacted Darrin at dm consult to run various scenarios to try and achieve their property objective.