Expert Author.

CurrentlyHead of Home Loan Partners and Specialists

ResidesAuckland, NZ

Lisa McShane

Lisa McShane is the Head of Home Loan Partners and Specialists at Bank of New Zealand (BNZ). With over 29 years in the banking sector, Lisa has honed her skills in customer engagement, team leadership, and financial advising. As the Head of Home Loan Partners and Specialists, Lisa and her team are committed to understanding the unique home-buying needs of each customer, and offering tailored advice and financial solutions to help New Zealanders achieve their property dreams.

Expertise

Before her current role, Lisa served in various leadership positions within BNZ, including Head of West Auckland Region and Head of Customer Growth and Workplace Collaboration. Prior to joining BNZ, Lisa spent 23 years at ASB Bank, where she held roles ranging from Regional Manager to Head of Customer Design and Delivery.

About Bank of New Zealand

Since its inception over 160 years ago, BNZ has helped New Zealanders find a way. The bank employs over 5,000 people in New Zealand, working together to help navigate the people of Aotearoa towards a better future.

Lisa McShane's latest articles

Key considerations when refixing your home loan this winter

A lot of New Zealand homeowners will be coming to the end of their fixed terms this winter. One of the reasons for this was mortgage holders choosing shorter terms last year. By choosing a shorter term, they may have hoped rates would go down, and they’d be able to re-fix sooner than the average term length of 12-24 months. But seeing your term come to an end can still be a stressful time, especially if the rate you’re being offered is higher than you expected. The high cost of living is continuing to put pressure on many households.

The Bank of Mum and Dad

Purchasing a home as a first-time buyer has only gotten harder as the years have gone on. In 1985, the average price for a house was $56,500, while the average salary was around $17,100. Meaning the average home cost around 3.3 times the average wage.

Your first home: Going from saver to buyer

Saving for a deposit to buy your first home is potentially one of the toughest, and longest, roads on your journey to home ownership. But once you’ve saved for it, what do you do next? Buying a home is a big investment, so you’ll likely want to be clear on all the stages that go into it.

Preparing for the festive season when buying or selling a home

The Christmas period can be a busy time, with gifts to buy, food to prepare, loved ones to visit or who are coming to stay, and summer holidays to take. But if you’re also looking to buy or sell a home during this period, there will be a lot more on your plate you may need to consider.

Navigating the New Zealand Property Market: BNZ Tips for First Home Buyers

Buying a home is a significant life milestone—one that comes with many questions and concerns, especially in the current market conditions. At BNZ, we often hear these concerns from our customers. Here’s a snapshot of the current market, some helpful tips for first home buyers, and how BNZ can support you on your property journey.