An independent, qualified mortgage broker is best placed to do several things for you. Namely;

  • Comprehensively search the mortgage market to obtain the best deal for you and your circumstances at that time.
  • Represent your best interests when considering what is available to you.
  • Undertake an informed and qualified judgement of the terms of the deal you have been offered.
  • Identify what other needs you may have (but you may not have considered) - such as “what would happen to your home if you were in an accident and unable to pay the mortgage”, etc
  • Reduce the time taken to obtain a mortgage offer, thus improving your chances of securing that dream home!

It is worth noting that our mortgage brokers in Maidenhead are professionally trained and qualified to offer you the best quality advice.

We work on your behalf. You are our client and as such we owe you a legal duty of care to act in your best interests. At Mortgage Required, we are on your side, we know the market and we are here to help!

For more information or to speak to a mortgage broker, contact us on 01628 507477.

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Lloyds Banking Group has jumped on the bandwagon to boost lending for first-time buyers as they allocate an additional £4 billion to help first-time buyers on to the property ladder.

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Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced the most significant mortgage reforms in over a decade—great news for those dreaming of homeownership.

Nationwide ease their ‘Helping Hand’ mortgage designed to help first-time buyers get onto the property ladder by allowing them to borrow up to six times their income.

 

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