Navigating the mortgage market can feel like a lot, with thousands of products available and lending criteria that change almost daily. Professional mortgage advice is the most effective way to ensure you’re confident when it comes to making the big decisions about property finance.
We have a wide range of articles to get you started, no matter what you need a mortgage for, from buying your first residential home, through to large-scale commercial investments.
Why use a mortgage broker?
While you can go directly to your bank, a mortgage broker offers several distinct advantages. Banks can only offer their own products, whereas a "whole-of-market" broker can compare thousands of deals from high-street names and specialist lenders alike.
A broker doesn't just find you the low interest rate available to you; they match your unique circumstances to the right lender to maximize your chances of approval. This is particularly important for:
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First-time buyers
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Professionals and High-net worth individuals
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Complex cases such as mortgages for applicants with bad credit or self-employed income
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Buyers looking at any kind of non-standard property.
How much does mortgage advice cost?
The cost of mortgage advice varies depending on the broker’s business model and the complexity of your application. Most brokers, like ourselves, offer an initial consultation for free to assess your needs.
This table outlines the common fee structures you may encounter.
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Fee Type |
Approximate Cost |
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Fee-Free |
£0 |
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Fixed Fee |
Typically £250 - £600 or £500 - £1,000+ for complex cases |
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Percentage Fee |
0.3% - 1% of loan amount |
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FAQs
A whole-of-market broker is not tied to any single bank or panel of lenders. They have the flexibility to search across the entire UK market of mortgage lenders, including specialist providers who do not deal directly with the public. This ensures you aren't limited to a small selection of deals and have the best chance of finding the absolute best deal available to you.
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THINK CAREFULLY BEFORE SECURING OTHER DEBTS AGAINST YOUR HOME. YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON A MORTGAGE OR ANY OTHER DEBT SECURED ON IT.
IF YOU ARE THINKING OF CONSOLIDATING EXISTING BORROWING YOU SHOULD BE AWARE THAT YOU MAY BE EXTENDING THE TERMS OF THE DEBT AND INCREASING THE TOTAL AMOUNT YOU REPAY.
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