Why use a mortgage broker?

There are many reasons why it’s beneficial to use a mortgage broker – here’s a few of the main ones.
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Buying a new house is a really exciting time and one of the most important decisions you will make, there are so many things to sort out, that it can often be overwhelming – especially when trying to secure a mortgage.

There are thousands of mortgages out there with different rates, terms – and from an increasing number of lenders. But how do you know the mortgage deal you go for is the best one for you? That’s when a mortgage broker can help.

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Our mortgage advisors will then speak to you in more detail for a free, no obligation mortgage quote.

What is a broker?

A mortgage broker is a Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)-regulated professional who specialises in finding mortgages for people. Mortgage brokers don’t work for a specific lender meaning they will only recommend the most suitable mortgage deal based on your individual circumstances.

What does a mortgage broker do?

A mortgage broker scours the market for the most suitable mortgage deal based on your financial situation. They do not work for any lender directly so will approach the most appropriate one based on their market knowledge. They will also deal with lenders on your behalf and make sure you get the best possible rate and that your application runs as smoothly as possible.

Why should I use a mortgage broker?

Mortgage brokers often have access to mortgage deals, which aren’t directly available to the public. They have a deep understanding of the market and know which lenders are most likely to consider your application. Mortgage brokers also remove a lot of the paperwork and hassle of getting a mortgage. Let them do the hard work for you!

What are the benefits of using a mortgage broker?

Mortgage brokers will search the market to find the most suitable mortgage deal on the market for you. Even if you have a less than perfect credit score, for example – and even been refused a mortgage by a high street bank – a broker could still be able to find you a deal.

Using a broker also protects you against filling in paperwork incorrectly, which is actually something that happens often due to the fact that the paperwork involved with buying a house can be quite confusing at times.

Can a mortgage broker help me even if I have bad credit?

Believe it or not, there are mortgage deals available for people with a wide range of financial situations. Even if you have a less than perfect credit score – have missed previous payments or been in a debt management plan – there could still be a deal that works for you. The best thing about using a mortgage broker is that they know which lenders should be able to help – and will only recommend the mortgage that’s best suited for you.

How do I find a mortgage broker?

Here at Clever Mortgages, we have a team of expert mortgage brokers, who will take the time to learn every detail about your situation and find the best deal for you. We work with hundreds of lenders and have access to thousands of different mortgage products and can help people even with the most unusual financial circumstances.

About Clever Mortgages

We specialise in assessing an individual’s situation, and finding the right mortgage solution for them. We can help:

  • With remortgages, buy-to-let, and first-time buyers mortgages. We have experts who cover these areas
  • Even if you’ve got bad credit – we help people every day with a variety of credit histories to find the right mortgage
  • With applications, as we’ll take the hassle away. We require your details once and we’ll know the best lenders for your circumstance
  • Our team know the lenders that are most likely to say ‘yes’, and give you the best rates

What should I do next?

  • You enquire online with us today or request a call back
    Our simple form takes a couple of minutes to fill in, this gets the ball rolling
  • One of our experts will give you a call to find out more about your situation
    We have experts in remortgaging, who focus solely on helping customers save money
  • We do all the hard work for you
    We search the market for the trusted lender that’s right for you
  • Our expert will get back in touch
    We can guide you every step of the way, and we’ll always keep you up-to-date with progress

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Clever Mortgages is now part of Oak Mortgages Limited.

Don’t worry, you’ll still be looked after by the same friendly, experienced team you know and trust. We’re here to guide you every step of the way on your mortgage journey.

👉 Discover more about us at www.oakmortgages.co.uk or see what our happy clients are saying on Google Reviews.

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From the very first contact through (what was a complex and hugely frustrating conveyancing process), to the day of completion, Oak Mortgages were the shining light that got us through. Sarah and her team were brilliant. They were responsive, caring, empathetic, knowledgeable, professional, and human at each and every stage. We are so grateful that we used Sarah and Oak Mortgages and highly recommend them to anyone wanting to guarantee that authentic, trustworthy approach from professionals who care. A top class act - 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Awesome service, helped me at every step on a journey I never thought at 50 I could make! Sarah is amazing available whenever I needed her highly recommend
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Thank you to Abby and the admin team at Oak Mortgages who have been fantastic in helping me secure a remortgage on my property. From my first phone call to Abby I was filled with confidence and the experience with the team was brilliant, especially when other companies involved were not so brilliant the Oak Mortgage team pulled out all the stops to make sure completion happened. I would highly recommend this company and will use their services in the future. Thank you again.
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Excellent company to deal with , very efficient and caring ensured all our needs where met . Highly recommended.
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claire.geraghty Amazing lady, helped me all the way to the finish line! Highly recommend!
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Excellent service and advice throughout the whole process making for a very straightforward experience with special thanks to Abby and Ashleigh.
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Alex at Oak Mortgages has been an absolute life-saver. After being let down by a previous mortgage advisor who wanted me to take a massive risk with no guarantees, I contacted Oak Mortgages and was put in touch with Alex. ​Not only did he find me a mortgage with the exact same lender without having to take that risk, but he also got me accepted! His knowledge is top-notch, his communication is brilliant—he always picked up the phone and replied to emails super fast with regular updates. As a first-time buyer, Alex was hands-down the best part of the entire buying process. ​I am now happily settled in my new home, and I have Alex to thank for it. I will 100% be using Oak Mortgages again in the future (and hopefully Alex!). Thank you so much!
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Abby Malcolm was fantastic. Work quickly to find me a great rate and explained everything I needed to know. Highly recommend her :)
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They are a very good and friendly team. I am very proud of them. Well done!
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