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The mortgage broker Manchester trusts to help you get the right mortgage deal. Not a single fee charged by us for arranging your mortgage.
The No-Fee Mortgage Broker
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Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage or any other debt secured on it.
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Find the Right Mortgage for You
Whether you’re buying your first home, moving up the property ladder, or looking for a better deal, we’ve got mortgage options to suit every stage of life. Explore our tailored solutions and get expert guidance every step of the way.
Fee-free advice mortgage broker Manchester service
Search Mortgage Solutions is a Mortgage Broker in Manchester offering fee-free advice on your mortgage. We have access to whole of the market for mortgages, and because we don’t charge a fee for our advice, this could save you hundreds of pounds.
We are a well-established Manchester mortgage broker and have made our name a leading provider of expert mortgage advice throughout Greater Manchester and the North West. For over 13 years, we have helped our clients throughout the highs and the lows of the property market giving expert mortgage advice to suit all circumstances. We have developed excellent relationships with mortgage lenders, some of which do not appear on the high street, thus ensuring that all our clients are given the most appropriate mortgage advice possible. Caring for Clients through Careful Mortgage Advice.
Hear What Our Happy Clients Have to Say
Don’t just take our word for it, hear from homebuyers and homeowners just like you. Our clients trust us to find the right mortgage for their needs, and their experiences speak for themselves. Here’s what they have to say.
I used David and team to secure my mortgage when I bought my first home where he was incredibly helpful, answered all of my (many) queries and worked very hard to find the best rate available to me. I recently used Search Mortgage Solutions again to find a new mortgage, where David worked very quickly and effectively to find me a low rate despite the rapidly rising interest rates.
James Ryan Manchester
Great Company to get a mortgage sorted with. We were first time buyers and David at Search made the whole process easy to understand and was available whenever we needed. Would highly recommend.
David Fox Manchester
Me and my partner are first time buyers, we recently used David to secure or first mortgage! The help we received from David was above and beyond, working all hours and even weekends to get the best deal possible for us. Smooth sailing and couldn’t recommend him more, thanks for everything!👍
Jake H. Manchester
Access to whole of the market for mortgages
We know life can get hectic. That’s why our mortgage broker is available for fee-free advice over the phone from 8am until 10pm, 7 days per week.
Our commitment, enthusiasm, and success in providing mortgage advice for the ‘whole of market’ for clients needing first-time buyer, remortgage, home mover and specialist buy-to-let mortgage advice in the current challenging market has resulted in us becoming a Manchester mortgage adviser to many estate agents, builders and developers, so they can obtain the right mortgage deals for their clients. We provide mortgage advice to clients across the UK but work mainly in Manchester.
The ups, the downs and everything in between. We’re here for you.
Answers to Your Questions
We simplify the mortgage process, offering expert advice and support, so you can focus on finding your home.
We at Search Mortgage Solutions are a whole of market fee free advice broker that can give advice if you wish to apply for a new mortgage. To obtain a mortgage we have listed the key points below. We are on hand anytime to explain further and expand on each step if you have any questions.
A mortgage is a loan taken out so that you can purchase a new property. The loan is ‘secured’ against your home until you have fully cleared the mortgage/loan amount borrowed. If you can’t keep up your repayments the lender can repossess your home and sell it so they get their money back.
A mortgage broker will help you by guiding you through the daunting process of deciding which lender and type of mortgage is most suited for your circumstances. A mortgage broker will help you to understand the mortgage process and will get you the right deal to suit your requirements. This is achieved by providing you with advice and recommending the mortgages most suitable for you.
When you have decided on a mortgage broker, they will gather the relevant information and paperwork needed for the mortgage application. The broker will then submit the application to the lender and liaise with both parties to ensure that everything runs smoothly until the lender offers the mortgage.
There are several factors that control how long it takes to get a mortgage. Below are the stages involved in the application process.
The Process: Mortgage in principle – Mortgage certificate.
The first part of the mortgage process is to get a mortgage in principle. This is a statement from a lender confirming that they can lend you a certain amount of money to purchase a home. This will be subject to final underwriting checks. This is a really quick process if you have all the documents ready i.e passport, driving licence, 3 months bank statements, and 3-6 months of payslips. A lender will ask you for some basic information such as your income and current financial status. They will then check your credit history so that they can verify if you have the required mortgage. This is not a guarantee that a lender will definitely agree to a mortgage in the future but it is useful to have to show to estate agents to demonstrate that you are serious about buying.
The Mortgage Application
The next step in arranging the mortgage is the application. Your mortgage broker will complete your mortgage application and submit on your behalf. It is not a lengthy process, it should only take a few hours at the most, as long as you have your finances in order and the necessary documents and information at hand. To finalise the amount you are able to borrow lenders will need evidence of the following:
Details of the property you have offered on, as well as information on the seller’s estate agent and proof of your deposit.
Are you looking to buy your first home and take your first steps onto the property ladder? Maybe you’re already a home owner and are looking to move up and buy something a little bigger which is perfect for starting a family in? Whatever your situation, if you’re looking to secure a mortgage, Search Mortgage Solutions, a Manchester no-fee mortgage broker is here to help. On the other hand, perhaps you’re looking to remortgage your home and are looking for expert advice on the most suitable deals and the right way to proceed. Whatever your needs, if you’re looking for a mortgage, we’re here to help. Unlike many mortgage brokers, we will never charge a fee for our services. We believe that everyone should be able to receive expert advice and guidance and that, whatever your position, your deposit shouldn’t be compromised.
We strongly advise you not to try to arrange your mortgage solely on the internet unless you are well skilled in this particular area. It is a complicated business and it will always pay you to consult and meet with a professional mortgage specialist. Unlike banks and building societies, here at Search Mortgage Solutions, we have access to whole of market for mortgages and can search on your behalf to ensure that you get the most suitable mortgage to fit your specific needs according to your personal circumstances. We welcome you to give us a call today to discuss your needs and requirements and let our expert Manchester mortgage broker find you the right deal.
The Mortgage Market refers to all of the different types of mortgage providers and brokers available. When choosing a Mortgage Broker you want to ensure that they work with various Mortgage Providers, not just one Mortgage Provider. This ensures that you have a wider choice of Mortgage Deals available.
At Search Mortgage Solutions we work with a whole range of Mortgage Providers who operate in various locations across the UK. With access to such a wide variety of Mortgage Providers we can provide our clients with the most suitable rates on the market as well as saving them money compared with using high street banks as their lender.
Calculating how much you can borrow to buy a home will be based on your income/incomes and other factors. If you wish to apply for a mortgage, use our borrowing calculator on the website as this will give you a rough idea of how much a lender might offer you. This is based on how much you earn and whether you’re buying with anyone else. Mortgage lenders will decide how much you can borrow by basing income multipliers on your salary/salaries. Banks and building societies will offer between three and four-and-a-half times the annual income of you and anyone you are buying with. This means if you are buying on a single applicant basis and earn £30,000 a year, you would usually be offered anything between £90,000 and £135,000. There are exceptions to this however, especially if you work in a certain profession and then income multipliers may be higher. Other factors will impact how much you can borrow as well. Lenders will want to know your monthly outgoings and how you spend your money to complete an affordability assessment. Typically they will want to know about loan repayments, student loans, credit card balances, regular bills (e.g. gas and electricity), transport costs, grocery costs, spending on leisure activities. Recent bank statements and payslips may be needed to support your application.
When you complete on a new mortgage, you will then pay back the amount that you have borrowed and the interest that is being charged. You will pay this back over the period that you have borrowed the money for, typically 25 – 35 years.
A mortgage is secured against your property that you have purchased. It is secured against the property until you have paid it off completely.
A mortgage in principle MIP/ agreement in principle AIP or mortgage promise will be valid for between 60 to 90 days from initial application. This is an initial estimate from a lender stating what you may be able to borrow subject to underwriting.
If the certificate expires before you need it you can always reapply. However, be mindful that too many searches could damage your credit score.
A mortgage offer is a formal agreement between you and the lender once extensive underwriting checks have been completed. It is an official confirmation from a lender that they have agreed to lend you the amount you needed to purchase your new property.
Depending on the lender, a mortgage offer may last between 3 and 6 months.
