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Independent Mortgage Advisors

Seeking advice from an Independent Mortgage Advisor is a sensible approach to help you ensure that you find the right mortgage product for you.

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Why should I use an Independent Mortgage Advisor?

Also known as mortgage brokers or sometimes financial advisors, mortgage advisors work separately from any mortgage company, lender or bank to help assist you in finding the right mortgage to suit you. They provide a service to offer independent, impartial mortgage advice, which covers most of the market and is often fee free. 

Applying for a mortgage is likely to be the biggest financial decision you will ever make. As it is such a commitment, it is important to get it right. Seeking advice from an independent Mortgage Advisor is a sensible approach to help you ensure that you find the right product for you.

Businesses who offer mortgage advice must be regulated and authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

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 What will the mortgage advisor do?

 A Mortgage Advisor utilises their expertise and finds the most suitable mortgage for you based on your circumstances. They can:

  • Help you to work out how much you can afford to spend on a new home
  • Advise which lenders offer the most appropriate mortgage product and are likely to accept your application
  • Provide advice about how you could improve your application
  • Help with the paperwork which can speed up the process
  • Find mortgage products that you may not be able to if searching independently
  • Help you take all the costs and features of the mortgage into account (beyond the interest rate)

Our recommended specialist new build mortgage brokers

All of our developments have at least 2 recommended brokers that are specialists in the new build market.

Each of our brokers are selected and approved by us through a rigorous process, and they are totally independent, so you can be sure you're offered the best advice for you. 

Speak to one of our sales executives for more information.

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What are the benefits of using a recommended broker?

Using an independent broker provides a range of benefits to make the application process easier whilst ensuring you secure the right solution suited to your needs. Each of our recommended brokers is an expert in new homes, government and industry schemes, and every detail of the home buying process. 

  • Your broker will use their expert knowledge to check the available mortgage rates across the market, to make sure they find you the right mortgage most suited to your individual needs.
  • Your broker is there to help you whenever you need them. You can contact your broker seven days a week, either online or in person, to discuss any concerns or questions you might have.
  • Because your broker knows their way around the market, they'll quickly be able to find the right mortgage for you, so that you can get started on your home buying journey as quickly as possible. 
  • Your broker will be on hand at every step, ensuring a smooth and straightforward application process, including taking care of most of the paperwork. They'll even keep on top of mortgage expiry dates and extensions. 
  • Each independent broker work for you, for free and no obligation.

 

Financial protection

Seeking mortgage advice from a regulated company also gives you protection from the Financial Ombudsman Service. Therefore, taking regulated advice, rather than researching your own mortgages, automatically provides you with more rights.

Our Sales Executives can recommend Independent Mortgage Advisors who are familiar with new homes and may have access to special rates, which you may not find yourself.
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How you can Be prepared

Buying a property can be a lengthy process; there are ways that you can help. Before attending a meeting with your Mortgage Advisor, make sure you have the required documents they will need. We’ve created this helpful checklist for you to use.

Proof of identify - This could be a current UK/EU passport or current driving licence

Proof of residency - This could be a utility bill/credit card or bank statement which is less than 3 months old

Bank statements/credit card statements from the past 3 months

Payslips/P60 from the past 3 months, if you are employed

Audited accounts/SA302 form from the last 3 years if you are self-employed

Bank details

Current mortgage statement if applicable

Existing mortgage details - Amount, rate, lender, early repayment charges etc.

Proof of deposit

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Frequently asked questions

 A mortgage broker provides mortgage advisory services and is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. They work independently from Taylor Wimpey UK Limited. Taylor Wimpey does not engage in financial services activity and is not responsible for any information or advice provided to you by a mortgage advisor.