A Complete Mortgage Network for Experienced UK Brokers
Join Connect Network if you want more than regulatory cover. We support mortgage brokers, appointed representatives and advisory firms with the compliance, lender access, technology, training and business development tools needed to grow with confidence.
Connect Network is built for brokers who want a complete network model, not a narrow or restrictive route. Our members can access support across residential mortgages, buy-to-let, commercial finance, semi-commercial lending, bridging finance, second charge mortgages, protection, general insurance and referral services.
Whether you are an experienced adviser looking for a stronger network, a growing firm that wants more flexibility, or an adviser moving from direct authorisation, Connect gives you the structure to keep control of your business while gaining the backing of an established FCA-authorised network.
Built for Experienced Brokers, AR Firms and Growing Advisers
Connect Network is designed for advisers who want flexibility, support and room to grow.
Our network may be suitable if you are:
- An experienced mortgage broker looking for a more complete network
- An appointed representative who wants stronger lender and compliance support
- A directly authorised firm considering a move into a network model
- A broker who wants to expand beyond residential mortgages
- A buy-to-let or commercial adviser who wants broader lender access
- A broker who needs support with bridging, second charges or complex cases
- A growing firm that wants systems, training and relationship support
- A newly qualified adviser who needs structured supervision and development
Why Brokers Join Connect Network
Experienced brokers often join a mortgage network because they want to spend more time advising clients and less time dealing with fragmented systems, limited panels, unclear compliance routes or restrictive permissions.
Connect Network gives you a more complete platform for running and scaling your mortgage business.
You can benefit from:
- FCA-authorised network support as an appointed representative
- Access to more than 200 lenders and providers
- Support across mainstream, specialist and complex mortgage cases
- Residential, buy-to-let, commercial, bridging and second charge support
- Protection and general insurance options
- Compliance guidance, case checking and file support
- CRM, sourcing and case management systems
- Training, CPD and lender updates
- Business development and marketing support
- Referral and packaging routes when you need additional expertise
- Adviser visibility through the wider Connect ecosystem
If you want to understand the wider value of joining a network, read our guide on why to join a mortgage network.
A Complete Network, Not a Specialist-Only Network
Some networks are known mainly for one type of lending. Connect Network is different. We support brokers across a wide range of mortgage and protection needs, giving you more ways to serve clients and develop long-term relationships.
Our complete network model can help you support clients with:
- Residential mortgages
- First-time buyer and home mover cases
- Remortgages and product transfers
- Buy-to-let and portfolio landlord cases
- Limited company buy-to-let
- HMOs and multi-unit properties
- Commercial and semi-commercial mortgages
- Bridging finance
- Development finance
- Second charge mortgages
- Protection advice
- General insurance
- Client referrals when a case falls outside your permissions or experience
This matters because clients rarely fit into one neat category. A landlord may also need commercial finance. A homeowner may need a second charge. A business owner may need protection. A property investor may need bridging before a long-term refinance.
Technology, Systems and Case Management
A modern mortgage network should make daily work easier. Connect Network gives advisers access to systems that help with case management, document storage, sourcing, client communication, tracking and compliance.
Members can use tools designed to support:
- Case submission and tracking
- Mortgage sourcing
- Document storage
- CPD and learning records
- Client pipeline visibility
- Compliance prompts
- Research and lender criteria checks
- Adviser resources and templates
You can view more of the member tools and resources on our Network Members page.
Compliance Support That Helps You Grow Safely
Compliance should protect your business without stopping you from growing. As part of Connect Network, you can operate under an FCA-authorised network structure with compliance support designed for practical adviser work.
Our compliance support can include:
- Appointed representative onboarding
- File checks and case reviews
- Suitability and documentation guidance
- Compliance templates and process support
- Training around regulatory expectations
- Ongoing supervision and business oversight
- Support for advisers expanding into new advice areas
This gives brokers the confidence to serve clients properly while maintaining clear standards across advice, documentation and case submission.
Lender Access Across Mainstream and Specialist Markets
Lender access is one of the main reasons brokers compare mortgage networks. Connect gives members access to a broad lender and provider panel covering mainstream and specialist areas of the market.
This includes support for:
- Residential lending
- Buy-to-let lending
- Commercial mortgages
- Semi-commercial property finance
- Bridging finance
- Second charge lending
- Development finance
- Complex income cases
- Limited company landlords
- Specialist property types
- Protection and insurance providers
Our adviser support does not stop at access. We help brokers understand lender criteria, packaging requirements and case placement routes, so applications can be submitted in a stronger position.
For brokers who want additional help with complex cases, our adviser services page explains our referral, packaging, commission and calculator support.
Training, CPD and Professional Development
The mortgage market changes quickly. Lender criteria, compliance expectations, affordability rules and client needs all move over time. Connect Network gives advisers access to training, lender updates, CPD support and development routes to help them stay informed.
Training and development can support:
- Newly qualified advisers
- Experienced brokers expanding into new advice areas
- Firms taking on additional advisers
- Advisers building specialist knowledge
- Brokers improving compliance standards
- Business owners planning growth
This helps Connect remain a network for long-term adviser development, not just initial authorisation.
Referral and Packaging Support
You should not have to turn away every client whose case falls outside your usual advice area. Connect gives brokers routes to support clients through referral and packaging services where appropriate.
This can help when:
- You do not hold the right permissions for a case
- You want help placing a complex application
- You need specialist lender insight
- A case needs commercial, bridging or second charge support
- You want to retain the client relationship while accessing wider expertise
Our mortgage packaging and referral support can help advisers keep more client journeys moving while protecting advice quality and compliance standards.
Business Growth and Adviser Visibility
Joining a mortgage network should support your business growth, not just your regulatory position. Connect helps advisers build stronger businesses through marketing support, adviser visibility, referral routes and access to wider Connect Group platforms.
One of the ways advisers can gain visibility is through Connect Experts, our adviser directory and matching platform. Clients can use Connect Experts to find mortgage advisers by location, language, gender, company and mortgage need.
This gives brokers a stronger digital footprint and supports the wider client journey across the Connect ecosystem.
Connect Experts also helps clients understand the different mortgage advice areas they can search for, including residential, buy-to-let and commercial finance. This supports a complete network message because it shows the breadth of adviser services available across the group.
Adviser Visibility
The wider Connect ecosystem includes adviser directory visibility through Connect Experts, helping clients find advisers by need, location and preference.
Human Support
You are supported by relationship managers, compliance teams, case support teams and training resources.
Practical Compliance Guidance
You receive compliance support that helps you understand what is required and how to keep your advice process strong.
Lender and Provider Breadth
You can access a broad panel of mainstream and specialist lenders, supported by people who understand case placement.
What Makes Connect Different?
Connect Network combines the benefits brokers expect from a mortgage network with the wider support of a complete adviser ecosystem.
Complete Mortgage Network Support
You can access support across residential, buy-to-let, commercial, bridging, second charge, protection and general insurance areas.
Flexible Growth Routes
You can build your business as an appointed representative, expand your permissions where suitable, use referral routes and access support for more complex cases.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is Connect Network only for specialist mortgage brokers? | No. Connect Network supports brokers across residential, buy-to-let, commercial, bridging, second charge, protection and general insurance areas. We are a complete mortgage network, not a specialist-only network. |
| Can experienced brokers join Connect Network? | Yes. Connect Network is suitable for experienced brokers, appointed representatives and advisory firms that want broader support, lender access, compliance guidance, systems and business growth tools. |
| Can Connect support brokers who want to grow beyond residential mortgages? | Yes. Connect can support advisers who want to expand into areas such as buy-to-let, limited company buy-to-let, HMOs, commercial finance, bridging finance and second charge mortgages, subject to permissions, experience and compliance requirements. |
| What is the cost of being a Connect Network member? | Membership fees start from £100 per month. This can include systems access such as CRM and research tools, training and PI insurance. Commission payments can range from 75% to 90% of lender-paid commission, depending on volume. |
| Does Connect take a share of broker fees charged to clients? | No. Connect does not take a share of any fee you charge your client. |
| What lender access does Connect Network provide? | Connect Network provides access to more than 200 lenders and providers across mainstream and specialist markets. This includes residential, buy-to-let, commercial, bridging, second charge, protection and general insurance options. |
| Can I refer cases I do not want to advise on? | Yes. Connect provides referral routes where appropriate, which can help if a case falls outside your permissions, knowledge, time or preferred advice area. |
| Does Connect provide packaging support? | Yes. Connect offers packaging and specialist placement support for brokers who need help with complex cases, lender criteria or application presentation. |
| Can Connect help with adviser visibility? | Yes. Advisers can benefit from the wider Connect ecosystem, including visibility through Connect Experts, where clients can search for mortgage advisers by location, language, gender, company and mortgage type. |
| Is Connect suitable for newly qualified advisers? | Yes. Connect has structured support for newly qualified advisers, including onboarding, supervision, training and development support. New advisers should read our dedicated page for newly qualified mortgage advisers. |
| Ready to Join a Complete Mortgage Network? | If you are an experienced broker, appointed representative or growing advisory firm looking for a more complete network, Connect can help you build with confidence. Join a mortgage network that supports more than authorisation. Join a network built around lender access, compliance, technology, adviser development, client support and business growth. Book a call with Tracy. |