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Ascend Financial Services

About Us

We get a buzz out of seeing you succeed.  We want you to ascend to the peak of your financial wellbeing.

Full disclosure is very important to us, here is a copy of our privacy policy and our disclosure statement.

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RECENT ACHIEVEMENTS

2024 Best New Broker in the Country.

Ben Mune is the Principal Adviser and owner of Ascend Financial Services.

Ben has extensive knowledge in home loans, Commercial loans, Construction lending and asset finance.

Ben is highly driven, competitive and has a point to prove which makes him efficient to get the job done for you.

Ben has always had a passion for finance and money management while taking an interest in commerce and business from a young age.

Qualifications

It started with buying and selling items on trademe during school to provide a small side income stream.  Having this base self-taught knowledge, Ben got a degree in accounting in his early 20’s.

Straight out of University, Ben landed a job at Heartland bank as an analyst.  Ben was with Heartland for 5 years, rising through the ranks, quickly becoming a top performer.

The next leap forward was becoming a financial advisor just before COVID hit in March 2020, where he started obtaining much wider exposure to the marketplace dealing with all sorts of lenders and situations to solve.

Ben is constantly looking to ascend to the next level himself, which was the inspiration behind opening Ascend Financial Services in November 2021.

The future is looking exciting and he would love you to come along with him on it.

Ben is an excitable, outgoing individual that loves to chat. Outside of work, he loves his sports, exercising and socialising with mates

Ben has 8 years experience in banking and finance and has helped 1000’s of customers secure finance in his career.

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Jess Nustrini

Jess Nustrini is a Licensed Financial Adviser at Ascend Financial, specialising in Personal Insurance and KiwiSaver advice. Passionate about helping people protect what matters most, Jess takes a genuine, relationship-first approach to advice, taking the time to understand each client’s unique circumstances, goals, and concerns.
 
Growing up and living within New Zealand’s rural community, Jess has a strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by farming families and rural business owners. At the same time, she works with clients from all walks of life, whether that’s a young couple celebrating first home ownership or those who have taken the leap into self employment, giving her a broad perspective and the ability to relate to people from all backgrounds. This allows Jess to bridge the gap between rural and urban clients, providing practical, tailored advice that reflects real life.
 
Jess understands that conversations around insurance and financial planning can often feel overwhelming, stressful, or simply like another task on an already busy to-do list. She is passionate about making the process as simple, low-key, and easy-going as possible, ensuring clients feel comfortable, informed, and supported every step of the way. Her goal is to remove the jargon, minimise the stress, and make getting the right advice an experience that feels straightforward and manageable.
 
Outside of work, Jess has a deep passion for horses, dogs, and rural living, and can often be found spending time with her animals out on the farm. Whether meeting clients over a coffee, via video call, or at the farm gate, Jess is committed to making financial advice approachable, easy to understand, and centred around what matters most to each individual and family.
 
Jono

Jono Anderson

Jono is a dedicated Insurance Adviser based in Palmerston North who is passionate about helping clients find the right cover for their needs. With ten years of experience across the insurance industry, he is committed to educating his clients, so they feel confident in their choices and understand the importance of good protection.

Known for his approachable and personalised service, Jono takes the time to understand each client’s unique circumstances and goals. He is committed to finding insurance solutions that provide the right level of protection and peace of mind. His focus is on helping clients safeguard their financial future, assets, and loved ones.

He has had the privilege of working with a wide range of clients, from young families to farmers and business owners and prides himself on being friendly, knowledgeable, and focused on delivering the best possible outcomes.

Jono works closely with each client to ensure their insurance cover continues to meet their needs, adapting and evolving his advice as his clients’ lives and needs change.

Who we are in a Nutshell

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Our Values

Efficient, reliable & focused finanical solutions

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Our Mission

To do everyting in our power to help you ascend to the next financial milestone in your life

nz asset finance

Our Vision

To be the most reliable and trustworthy financial brand in New Zealand

Who we are in a Nutshell

Our Values

Efficient, reliable & focused finanical solutions

Our Mission

To do everyting in our power to help you ascend to the next financial milestone in your life

Our Vision

To be the most reliable and trustworthy financial brand in New Zealand

Why Choose Ascend Finanical Services

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Your personal lifelong financial advisor

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We offer a wide range of lending products

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Trustworthy and reliable

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Excellent communication

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Forward thinking planning for your future

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Large amount of lending providers to choose from

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Highly experienced and skilled in the field

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Always there to support you and have your best interest at heart

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Genuinely care for people and get a buzz out of seeing people succeed

Why Choose Ascend Finanical Services

mortgage broker auckland 2

Your personal lifelong financial advisor

mortgage broker auckland 2

We offer a wide range of lending products

mortgage broker auckland 2

Trustworthy and reliable

mortgage broker auckland 2

Highly experienced and skilled in the field

mortgage broker auckland 2

Excellent communication

mortgage broker auckland 2

Forward thinking planning for your future

mortgage broker auckland 2

Large amount of lending providers to choose from

mortgage broker auckland 2

Always there to support you and have your best interest at heart

mortgage broker auckland 2

Genuinely care for people and get a buzz out of seeing people succeed

Why Choose Ascend Finanical Services

- Your personal lifelong financial advisor

- We offer a wide range of lending products

- Trustworthy and reliable

- Excellent communication

- Highly experienced and skilled in the field

- Forward thinking planning for your future

- Large amount of lending providers to choose from

- We genuinely care for people and get a buzz out of seeing people succeed

- Always there to support you and have your best interest at heart