Simon McDonald
Managing Director & Financial Adviser
With a rich background as a business owner, property investor, and military leader, Simon delivers tailored mortgage advice at MHQ to help clients achieve financial success.
Simon McDonald is the Managing Director of MHQ, a nationally recognised mortgage adviser, property investor, business owner and former military leader. A three-time NZ Adviser Top Adviser, including a #16 national ranking in 2025, Simon has built his career around helping people make smarter decisions with property, lending and money. He also took the TEDx stage in 2026, speaking on financial freedom, inequality and the value of creating more control over our most limited resource — time.
As an active property investor himself, Simon understands that good mortgage advice is about much more than finding a competitive interest rate. It’s about having the right structure, strategy and plan for what comes next. Whether you’re buying your first home, building a serious property portfolio or working through more complex lending, Simon brings a practical, straight-talking approach to the table — less jargon, more strategy, and a clear path forward.
Book a call with Simon
Meet The Team
At MHQ, great financial advice does not depend on which adviser you speak to.
Want to join a growing team?
MHQ is growing. We're adding more associate advisers in 2026. If you want lead flow, mentorship, compliance done right, and a brand that opens doors — we should talk.