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Mortgage Network UK | Great News: MSS Secures Significant Stake in Connect IFA

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Mortgage and Surveying Solutions (MSS) recently acquired a significant stake in Connect IFA, a leading mortgage brokerage. This move marks a key milestone for MSS, bolstering its standing in the financial services sector.

It promises comprehensive solutions for clients in the ever-evolving property market. The partnership is expected to synergise the strengths of both entities, sparking growth and innovation in the Mortgage Network UK industry.

Growth and Innovation on the Horizon

Pending regulatory approval, this new partnership is set to increase MSS’s support to over 1,450 mortgage advisers. Serving under the MSS Group umbrella, the Stonebridge mortgage network anticipates that this investment will enhance Connect’s financial stability.

Consequently, Connect plans to expand its services throughout the UK. With more than 250 appointed representative (AR) advisers, Connect aims to steadily increase this number, capitalising on the capital infusion and synergies within the group.

Leadership and Strategic Goals

Connect’s leadership team remains strong, with Liz Syms as CEO, Kevin Thomson as Sales Director, and Jane Benjamin as Director of Mortgages. They continue in their crucial roles, steering the company’s strategic direction.

Additionally, MSS has placed representatives on the Connect board in a non-executive capacity. This collaborative effort seeks to reshape the mortgage advisory sector’s landscape, fostering network growth and innovation across the UK.

The main goals include optimising operational efficiency, enhancing customer satisfaction, and exploring new avenues for industry leadership.

Leaders Speak

Liz Syms
Liz Syms, CEO and Founder of Connect

Liz Syms, CEO of Connect, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership. “This marks a significant step in Connect’s evolution, enhancing our position in the

Rob Clifford
Rob Clifford, Chief Commercial Executive at MSS Group & Chief Executive at Stonebridge,

specialist mortgage network UK market,” she said. By collaborating, both groups can achieve additional operational benefits and efficiencies.

Rob Clifford, Chief Commercial Executive at MSS Group and CEO at Stonebridge, praised Connect’s achievements. “Liz Syms and her team have built a remarkable business.

We’ve long admired them and are excited to support their expansion efforts,” he stated. MSS aims to extend its influence in mortgage lending and strengthen relationships with lenders.

Looking forward, stay tuned for more updates on how this partnership continues to shape the Mortgage Network UK landscape and fosters significant growth within the industry.

 

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