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How It Works

One application.
We do the rest.

Moola is a loan broker, not a lender. You fill in one form and we match you to the lender on our panel most likely to get you a better deal — with one soft credit check and no obligation to proceed.

5 mins
To apply
20+
NZ lenders
1
Soft credit check
Same day
Assessments available

How we get you a better deal

1

Fill in one application

Tell us how much you need, what it is for, and a bit about your situation. The form takes about 5 minutes. We do not ask for unnecessary information at this stage — just enough to assess and match you to the right lender.

Takes 5 minutes No paperwork yet
2

We run a soft credit check

Once you have submitted, we run a soft credit enquiry to assess your application. A soft check does not affect your credit score — unlike applying directly to a lender, which leaves a hard mark every time.

No score impact Invisible to other lenders
A soft credit check is invisible to other lenders and has no impact on your credit score.
3

We match you to the right lender

We review your application against the criteria of the lenders on our panel and identify the one most likely to approve your loan at a competitive rate. We do not blast your application to every lender — we make a considered match based on your specific situation.

20+ lenders assessed Considered, not broadcast Same-day in most cases
4

We present you with your approval

One of our team will call or email you about your loan approval. We explain the terms clearly, answer your questions, and make sure you understand exactly what you are agreeing to before proceeding further.

No jargon Full transparency You decide
5

You choose to proceed — or not

There is no obligation at any stage. If the approval works for you, we will guide you through right to settlement. If you are not happy with the terms, talk to us — we can work through what other options may be available to you.

No obligation No upfront cost Same-day funding possible

Going direct vs using Moola

Applying to lenders yourself
Going direct
Each application leaves a hard credit mark
Multiple hard checks lower your credit score
Time spent researching and filling in multiple forms
You may not know which lenders are likely to approve you
Each decline leaves another mark on your file
No guidance on which product or term suits your situation
One application, we do the rest
Using Moola
One soft check — no impact on your score
Your credit profile stays clean throughout the process
One 5-minute form reaches 20+ vetted NZ lenders
We match you to the lender most likely to say yes
No unnecessary applications or declines on your file
Expert guidance on the right loan structure for you

Why we use a soft check and what that means for you

Every time you apply directly to a lender, they run a hard credit enquiry. This appears on your credit file. If you apply to five lenders in a row and get declined, you end up with five hard marks on your file — which makes future approvals harder and can push up the rates you are offered.

Moola runs a soft credit check during our assessment. A soft check does appear on your credit file but does not affect your score and cannot be seen by other lenders. Once we submit to a lender, some accept our soft check while others may run their own standard check as part of their approval process.

Check type
Detail
Our assessment check
Soft — no score impact
Appears on your file
Yes — not visible to other lenders
Affects your credit score
No
After lender submission
Depends on lender
Number of submissions
1 or more if required

Who is Moola for?

We can help if you are
Employed full-time, part-time or self-employed with verifiable income
A NZ citizen or permanent resident
On an open or employer-specific work visa with 13+ months remaining
Someone with a clean or near-clean credit record
Looking to borrow between $3,000 and $250,000
Tired of filling in multiple loan applications
We are not the right fit if you have
Adverse or bad credit history
Defaults, bankruptcies or current payment arrears
No verifiable NZ income
A student, visitor or working holiday visa
Our lenders require a specific credit profile to proceed. This is not a reflection of your character — it is simply the criteria our panel works within.

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about how Moola works.

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Is Moola a lender?
No. Moola is a registered loan broker, not a lender. We do not lend you money ourselves. Instead we act on your behalf to find the lender from our panel most likely to offer you a suitable loan at a competitive rate. Moola is a brand of Lending Room Limited (FSP486566).
How does Moola make money?
A broker and introducer fee of up to $1,500 applies when your loan is successfully funded. This fee is added to your loan amount and is GST inclusive. It is disclosed clearly before you commit to anything and you are never under obligation to proceed. Lender establishment fees of up to $450 may also apply depending on the lender.
Will applying affect my credit score?
Our assessment uses a soft credit check. This does appear on your credit file but does not affect your credit score. Once we match you to a lender and submit your application, some lenders accept our soft check while others may run their own standard credit check as part of their approval process.
Am I obligated to proceed once I apply?
Not at all. You can withdraw at any stage before a loan agreement is signed. Our team will always present your options and explain the terms before anything is submitted to a lender. The choice to proceed is always yours.
How long does the process take?
The application takes about 5 minutes. In most cases our team will call you the same day. Same-day funding is possible for applications approved before 12pm on business days, depending on the lender.
Is Moola regulated?
Yes. Moola is a brand of Lending Room Limited, which is registered on the Financial Service Providers Register (FSP486566) and operates in accordance with the Responsible Lending Code. All lenders on our panel are also registered and regulated financial service providers.
What loan types does Moola offer?
We can help with personal loans, car loans, debt consolidation, secured loans, and loans for visa holders. Loan amounts range from $1,000 to $250,000 (personal) and $3,000 to $250,000 (car, secured, and debt consolidation). Terms run from 6 to 84 months and rates from 8.99% to 29.95% p.a. (AIR).

One application. Better rates. Protected credit score.

Fill in one form and our team will match you to the lender most likely to get you a better deal. No obligation, no upfront cost, no credit score impact from our check.

No credit score impact
Same-day assessments available
FSPR registered — FSP486566
No obligation to proceed