How to Get Mortgage Leads?

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How to Get Mortgage Leads? | In today’s competitive mortgage market, getting consistent, high-quality leads is the difference between surviving and thriving. Whether you’re a newly qualified broker or an experienced adviser, building a sustainable client pipeline is essential, but it’s not just about numbers. The best mortgage leads are the ones that convert, and […]

Challenges Facing Mortgage Advisers in 2022

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Challenges Facing Mortgage Advisers in 2022 | The mortgage industry has changed significantly in recent years, and today’s advisers face a dynamic landscape marked by new pressures and expectations. From tighter FCA regulations to shifts in consumer behaviour and increased competition from digital platforms, understanding these challenges is key to long-term success. Regulatory Burden and Compliance […]

Financial Mortgage Advisors

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Financial Mortgage Advisors | Financial mortgage advisors help you compare lenders, secure the right mortgage, and receive tailored advice based on your goals. They assess your income, guide your application, explain your options and help you secure the best mortgage deal for your situation. What Does a Financial Mortgage Advisor Do? A financial mortgage advisor supports […]

What is a Whole-of-Market Mortgage Broker?

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What is a Whole-of-Market Mortgage Broker? | Full Market Adviser Access & Benefits.  A whole-of-market mortgage broker gives clients access to a wide range of lenders across the UK. Instead of being tied to one bank or a limited panel, the adviser can search the full mortgage market. This means clients receive recommendations based on choice, […]

Why Connect is a Network to Consider?

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Why Connect Is a Network to Consider? | Recognition in a competitive industry is always meaningful, and Connect’s recent Highly Commended status at the Mortgage Strategy Awards reinforces why many advisers view us as a strong network choice. This acknowledgement reflects the Connect Mortgage Network’s commitment to high standards, adviser support and continual improvement across […]

The Bank of Mum and Dad

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In today’s property market, the Bank of Mum and Dad has become one of the UK’s most generous lenders without even being a bank. Parents and grandparents across the country are stepping in to help first-time buyers bridge the affordability gap, gifting or loaning money to secure deposits and better mortgage rates. But with generous […]

Financial advisers | What Do Customers Want From an Adviser?

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Life is inherently uncertain. Offering expert financial guidance during a pandemic presents unique challenges for advisers. What are your clients’ genuine expectations and desires in this evolving landscape? Clients seek expertise, empathy, and reassurance from financial advisers. They deal with unprecedented economic shifts, job insecurities, and health concerns. Thus, advisers’ holistic and compassionate approach is […]

Property Taxation

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Property Taxation for Landlords & Investors – UK Guide Understanding property taxation is critical for UK landlords and property investors seeking to protect profits, remain compliant with HMRC, and legally reduce their tax burden. Whether you’re letting out a single buy-to-let or managing a full property portfolio, knowing how income tax, capital gains tax, and […]

Specialist Mortgage Brokers

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Liz Syms on FCA’s Mortgage Market Study: A Resilience-Focused Perspective for Specialist Mortgage Brokers.  Liz Syms, CEO of Connect for Intermediaries, shares a specialist broker’s perspective on the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) final Mortgage Market Study, a pivotal review with implications for adviser-led resilience planning. The FCA’s comprehensive report reviews the first-charge residential mortgage market […]

Broker Lender Panel

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Broker Lender Panel | The mortgage market landscape has evolved significantly in recent years, creating greater complexity even within the mainstream sector. Liz Syms, CEO and Founder of Connect, emphasises the necessity for brokers to stay informed about the evolving dynamics of the mortgage market. A depth of knowledge is now required for a single […]