Join Connect for Intermediaries

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Join Connect for Intermediaries, the UK’s Leading Mortgage & Protection Network | Empowering Brokers to Grow Their Business, Access More Lenders and Stay Compliant At Connect for Intermediaries, we understand the challenges of staying ahead in a rapidly changing mortgage market. That’s why we offer a nationwide network designed to support and empower self-employed brokers, […]

Do Borrowers Need Mortgage Advisers?

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Do Borrowers Need Mortgage Advisers? | As part of our continuing series on the value of expert advice in today’s mortgage market, we’re building on insights from articles like “The Role of a Mortgage Broker: The Unsung Heroes of Homeownership” and “Mortgage Advisers Need to Reinvent Themselves?” This time, we tackle a core question at […]

Mortgage Brokers Need to Reinvent Themselves

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Mortgage Brokers Need to Reinvent Themselves  | The mortgage industry is undergoing rapid change. Client expectations are rising, digital tools are reshaping how advice is delivered, and the market is far more competitive than it used to be. These shifts mean mortgage advisers cannot rely solely on traditional methods. Reinvention is becoming essential for advisers […]

Consumer Duty and Client Protection

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Consumer Duty and Client Protection | In today’s unpredictable housing and economic environment, safeguarding your client’s financial future goes far beyond simply finding a competitive mortgage rate. As a professional mortgage adviser, your responsibility is to ensure your clients are fully informed about financial protection options, regulatory requirements, and long-term stability. More Than Just a […]

How to Succeed in A Turbulent Market | 2023

How to Succeed in A Turbulent Market

How To Succeed In a Turbulent Market   Success can be elusive in today’s evolving UK mortgage market. Understanding market dynamics, mortgage networks, and trends is crucial for success. This article focuses on “How to Succeed in a Turbulent Market.” Collaborative Networking: The significance of mortgage networks is crucial in “How to Succeed in a Turbulent […]

The Role of a Mortgage Broker

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The Role of a Mortgage Broker | Choosing the right mortgage network is one of the most important decisions you will make as an adviser. A trusted network shapes your career, influences how confidently you can advise clients, and determines the quality of support behind you. The right choice can accelerate your income and professional growth, […]

Mortgage Advisors

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Mortgage Advisors | Find Your Chosen Expert Mortgage Brokers. Choosing the right mortgage advisor can make all the difference when securing your ideal mortgage deal. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, remortgaging, investing in property, or managing complex income streams, working with a knowledgeable, FCA-regulated mortgage broker ensures expert guidance every step of the way. At […]

Mortgage Advisers

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Personalised Advice for Mortgage Advisers: Building Trust and Client Loyalty.  Effective July 2023, the Consumer Duty introduced by the FCA places greater responsibility on financial services professionals, including mortgage advisers. Firms must act in clients’ best interests, prevent foreseeable harm, and ensure customers are fully informed. This creates a clear demand for transparent, tailored, and […]

Self-Employment Mortgages

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Self-Employment Mortgages: A Practical Guide for UK Borrowers | Getting a mortgage when you are self-employed can feel more challenging, especially when your income fluctuates or is paid in non-traditional ways. The good news is that lenders across the UK increasingly understand how self-employed professionals work, and many offer specialist solutions designed for contractors, freelancers, sole […]

Mortgage Packaging for Brokers

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Mortgage Packaging for Brokers – Your Partner for Complex and Specialist Mortgage Cases If you are a broker facing a tricky mortgage case, you know how challenging it can be to find the right lender, present the case properly, and achieve a smooth approval. Whether it is a client with complex income, adverse credit, a bridging […]