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Clayton D’Lima is the founder of MortgageDesign, a boutique mortgage advisory business built on a simple philosophy: make home lending easier to understand and less stressful for every client.
With more than 20 years of experience in banking and financial services, D’Lima has helped individuals, families and business owners achieve their financial goals through strategic lending advice, debt restructuring, business finance and property investment.
Passionate about property and finance, D’Lima specialises in designing lending structures that support both immediate needs and long-term wealth creation. As a property investor himself, he combines practical experience with deep industry knowledge to develop tailored solutions that extend well beyond securing a loan.
D’Lima believes every client deserves honest advice, clear communication and a personalised strategy. Whether helping a first-home buyer, an experienced investor or someone refinancing, his focus is on building lasting relationships and giving clients the confidence to make informed financial decisions.
Through MortgageDesign, D’Lima’s mission is to help New Zealanders turn their property aspirations into reality by delivering trusted advice, thoughtful strategy and exceptional service.
44B Rame Road, Greenhithe, Auckland
021 175 9559
clayton@mortgagedesign.co.nz
linkedin.com/in/claytondlima/
mortgagedesign.co.nz
Clayton D’Lima
Founder and Managing Director MortgageDesign
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2015
2017
2018
2019
2019–2026
Graduated with a BBS degree from Massey University
2015
Accredited as a mortgage adviser
2017
Received the Excellence in Advice award from Financial Advice New Zealand (FANZ)
2018
Recognised as one of NZ Adviser’s Young Gun by
2019
Honoured as one of NZ Adviser’s Top Advisers
2019–2026
Milestones
“At this stage in my career, I’m not trying to impress clients with technical language. I’m focused on helping them make better decisions”
William Chan,
Modern Vision Planning, Sterling Mutuals Inc.
“A message is only as strong as the receiver’s ability to understand it. Good intent isn’t enough if the client can’t clearly see the benefits and trade-offs”
William Chan,
Modern Vision Planning, Sterling Mutuals Inc.
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