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Mortgage 1st Reviews

5.0 Rating 1,342 Reviews
99 %
of reviewers recommend Mortgage 1st
5.0
Based on 1,342 reviews
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On-time Delivery
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Customer Service
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Telephone, Email, Live Chat
Queries Resolved In
Under An Hour
Customer Service
5 out of 5
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About Mortgage 1st:

We are an award-winning team of experienced Mortgage & Protection Advisers offering professional advice to customers across the UK. With over 40 qualified advisers and a wealth and breadth of knowledge, we can assist with any enquiry. Our team prides itself on delivering five-star service, supported by 20+ dedicated staff members who guide you through the entire mortgage process efficiently.

Our head office in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, hosts a third of our team, with the rest working remotely across the UK. This ensures that no matter where you live or plan to buy, our team is available to help.

Founded in 2008 by Jon and Lisa Stones, our family-run business maintains core values of caring for employees, customers, charities, and the local community. Our positive workplace culture was highlighted when we were named a ‘Top Mortgage Employer’ in 2023 based on an anonymous staff survey. Winning prestigious awards like ‘Best Mortgage Broker (8-50 advisers) 2024’ at the Mortgage Strategy Awards and ‘Broker Firm of the Year (11-50 employees) 2023’ at the Financial Reporter Awards underscores the quality of our service.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, looking to release equity or consolidate debt, a landlord managing a portfolio, or in need of personal insurance policy reviews, our specialist advisers are here to help.

Buying your first home can be daunting, but our friendly, experienced advisers will guide you through the process and find the most suitable mortgage product. If you're looking to remortgage, purchase a buy-to-let property, or take out insurance, our expertise and guidance will save you time and provide peace of mind, ensuring you get the best deal after a thorough explanation of your options.

As advisers authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority, we ensure all customers are treated fairly. We listen to your needs and present the most suitable options. Your dedicated adviser and case handler will process your application, supporting you until your mortgage or insurance policy is completed.

Beyond Mortgage & Protection Advice, our sister company Specialist 1st offers second charge mortgages, auction finance, commercial mortgages, bridging loans, development finance, and mortgages for non-UK residents. We also recommend conveyancing solicitors, building surveyors, will writers, and equity release advisers.

As the largest mortgage & protection advice firm in Derbyshire, we have access to exclusive deals available only through selected firms, allowing us to pass potential savings on to you. Thousands of five-star reviews mention our team members by name, reflecting the care and attention they provide.

A significant portion of our business comes from returning customers or referrals, demonstrating the quality of our service.
Our support doesn't end when your mortgage completes. We'll stay in touch and inform you well in advance when your deal or term is ending, offering remortgaging or refinancing options and supporting you through the process again. We understand that life circumstances change, and we can review your insurance policies to ensure they still meet your needs.

We are your lifelong adviser, providing professional mortgage and protection advice through all of life's key milestones—from buying your first home and moving up the property ladder to renovating your forever home and later releasing equity to help fund your children's education, weddings, or house deposits.

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Phone:

03300 552 240

Email:

advisers@mortgage1st.co.uk

Location:

2 Napier Court, Gander Lane,
Barlborough,
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S43 4PZ

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Anonymous  // 01/01/2019
Lauren and Beverley have been absolutely fantastic. As a first time buyer they have made the process so straightforward and been a great support every step of the way. They've explained everything in a clear and easy to understand way, helping ease any stresses or worries allowing me to focus on the excitement of getting my first home. They put together the best deal and helped find a mortgage that works for me, as well as helping with my life insurance. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Mortgage 1st, especially Lauren and Beverley, and will absolutely be coming back to them in the future! Thanks so much!
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Posted 1 month ago
Mark and preet have been brilliant throughout the process of buying my first home. They have responded to any enquiry in a timely manner and made the whole process a lot less stressful. They have been extremely helpful. I Would definitely recommend mortgage 1st
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Posted 1 month ago
We decided to use Mortgage1st to help us by our first home, and i am so glad we did. Laurel our mortgage advisor was so helpful and helped us fully understand the whole process. She made sure things were done swiftly and the process was smooth even when things got complicated. Keeley our Mortgage Procesor was also excelant, and made sure we were kept informed at each stage of the application. I couldn't recommend them more!
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Posted 1 month ago
Elliot & Beverley were amazing from start to finish. Me and my partner are so glad we opted to use Mortgage 1st as the process was stress free, and all questions we had were answered promptly. Couldn’t recommend them both enough, 5 star service!
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Posted 1 month ago
Laurel and Paige were excellent as usual. Always go above and beyond. Would certainly recommend as a 5 star service
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Posted 1 month ago
Laurel was excellent once again.. Went above and beyond. Repeat customer
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Posted 1 month ago
Laurel Ellis is a credit to your company. Her professionalism, knowledge and reliability is second to none. She managed to secure me a great rate mortgage and answered (my many) questions promptly. I wouldn’t have been able to do this without her help.
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Posted 1 month ago
Laurel was so attentive and thorough in supporting me with a suitable mortgage deal. She listened completely to my needs and made lots of options clear to me. Her communication was prompt and thorough and I will not hesitate in going back to Laurel for all my mortgage needs.
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Posted 1 month ago
We used 1st mortgages on recommendation and they met our requirements perfectly. Both my partner and myself are self employed which is always tricky but they had good options and products available. Laurel helped us every step of the way with her excellent product knowledge and kept us very well informed through the complete process. I would highly recommend and look forward to do business with them again Big well deserved thank you and well done
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Posted 1 month ago
Laurel has been incredible. I have needed to sort 3 mortgages simultaneously and she is the main reason all of them got through with no issues. Any time I have needed assistance, despite the number of phone calls, she has always been there to offer support. Wish I could have rated her service 6 stars. Will always recommend.
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Posted 1 month ago
Paige and Sophie were both extremely knowledgeable, helpful and efficient when dealing with a complicated mortgage request. I am so grateful for their advice and am so excited to be moving! Thank you both and to all staff at Mortgage 1st, i would highly recommend this company.
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Posted 1 month ago
I couldn't be more happy to deal with mortgage 1st. Easy going step by step easy to get hold of and quick response back and they take all the stress off your hands. And a massive thanks to nikki and Amy for doing a great job.
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Posted 1 month ago
Nikki and Paige were incredible helpful in helping secure my mortgage. They answered all my questions and were with me every step of the way. Would highly recommend :)
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Posted 1 month ago
When myself and my partner started looking into buying our first home we were overwhelmed and needed some direction and then a good friend of mine put me in touch with Carl Robbins who came in to guide us through the process of getting us our mortgage at the best deal for us. Carl was patient, reassuring, super helpful, and always there quickly responding to any questions we had. He made us feel comfortable and confident throughout the process. I cannot recommend these guys enough!
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Posted 1 month ago
I’ve used Danny Sykes and his team for several years on both buy to let and my own residential mortgages, which should speak volumes. Danny is courteous, always helpful and easy to get hold of. Lewis has been a great help in keeping me updated with the various mortgage stages - they will always come as a recommendation from me and il continue to use them for the foreseeable!
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Posted 1 month ago
Danny Sykes and Bev Hickman have been so fantastic and absolutely helpful all through this mortage process. They were both so professional and understanding, especially when you get to a stage when underwriters seems to be going in circle - asking for stuff one piece at a time which can be very frustrating. Thank you both for all your hard work. My wife and I recommend highly them for all your mortgage needs. They are assets!
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Posted 1 month ago
Thanks Gregg and Beverley for making the process of getting our Further Advance a smooth and efficient one, we appreciated it!
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Posted 1 month ago
They have kept me informed every step of the way, dealt with changes thrown at them and have found me a deal that significantly reduced my mortgage repayment. Couldnt be happier with the service provided.
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Posted 1 month ago
Megan and Lewis were great! Detailed; informative and so helpful! Have been with Megan for 8 years now! And would recommend her services to everyone! Love the personable approach. It’s why we always stay with Motgage 1st! Thank you for making such a big decision so comfortable and, explaining every step along the way! You are both amazing! Thank you.
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Posted 1 month ago
I have been working with Carl and Becky from Mortgage 1st for more than 3 years now. I never wanted to find another mortgage broker since the service I had from them so far has been absolutely wonderful. Communications have been prompt and Carl always had time to explain things which were not clear to me with no hesitancy.
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Mortgage 1st is rated 5.0 based on 1,342 reviews