Connect IFA Ltd Soars in Q3

Connect IFA Ltd Soars in Q3

Connect IFA Ltd Soars in Q3 | We are proud to share that Connect IFA Ltd ranked in the UK’s top ten networks by size in the Q3 2025 Network League Table.  248 Appointed Representative (AR) firms recorded on the FCA register snapshot used for the table. More importantly, the story is our net growth. […]

Mortgage Network Near Me

Mortgage Network Near Me

When mortgage advisers search for the term “mortgage network near me,” they want more than a nearby address. They seek support, guidance, and services that help them succeed. A network can feel close even when it is national, because support can bridge distance. This article highlights what to look for in a mortgage network. It […]

How to Find a Mortgage Network

How to Find a Mortgage Network

If you’re a mortgage adviser looking to grow your business and ensure FCA compliance, knowing how to find a mortgage network is a crucial first step. Whether you’re just starting out or switching from direct authorisation, finding the right network will shape your success. This guide explains the key steps to follow and what to […]

Recommend a Mortgage Network to a Broker

Recommend a Mortgage Network to a Broker

Recommend a Mortgage Network to a Broker | If a fellow adviser asks for your view on choosing the right network, your opinion can genuinely influence their decision.  If you’ve received strong support, reliable technology and ongoing training at Connect, it’s reasonable to share that experience with others. You are not promoting a scheme. You’re simply […]

Business Development Support

Business Development Support

At Connect, business development support for mortgage brokers is built around long-term, relationship-focused guidance. Our approach goes beyond day-to-day sales activity. Instead, we focus on building strong partnerships with appointed representatives and helping them grow with confidence through strategic, personalised support. Our business development managers work closely with every adviser to understand their strengths, growth […]

What is an Appointed Representative?

What Is an Appointed Representative?

What is an Appointed Representative? | An appointed representative in mortgages is a financial adviser or firm that carries out regulated mortgage activity under the FCA permissions of a mortgage network. Instead of becoming directly authorised, the appointed representative works under the network’s regulatory umbrella and benefits from structured supervision, compliance oversight and access to […]

Multiple Income Sources

Multiple Income Sources

Mortgages for Clients with Multiple Income Sources | Many people now earn income from several sources, including salaried employment, overtime, bonuses, commissions, self-employment, and rental income. Mortgage lenders assess each income type differently and some will accept a wider range of earnings than others. Understanding how lenders treat multiple income sources is essential for securing the right […]

Specialist Finance Solutions

Specialist Finance Solutions

Specialist Finance Solutions for Complex Cases – Supporting advisers with clients who don’t fit standard lending criteria. For advisers working in specialist markets, having access to the right finance options is essential. Many clients don’t meet mainstream lending models, whether due to complex income, adverse credit, an unusual property type, or a short trading history. In […]

Switching Mortgage Networks

Switching Mortgage Networks

Switching Mortgage Networks: A Complete Guide for Mortgage Brokers | Switching mortgage networks is more common than many advisers realise. As your business grows, your needs change. The support, systems, fees, or culture that initially suited you may no longer align with your long-term plans. This guide explains why brokers switch mortgage networks, the signs that […]

Comparing Mortgage Networks

Comparing Mortgage Networks

Comparing Mortgage Networks: A Complete Guide for UK Advisers. Choosing the right mortgage network is one of the most important decisions you will make as an adviser. It shapes your long-term success, influences your earnings, and determines the level of support available when you need it most. This guide has been created to help you compare […]