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Mortgage 1st & Peak Mortgages Reviews

5.0 Rating 1,396 Reviews
99 %
of reviewers recommend Mortgage 1st & Peak Mortgages
5.0
Based on 1,396 reviews
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About Mortgage 1st & Peak Mortgages:

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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Megan Kearney gave top service yet again. Fantastic customer service and very efficient. Thank you again Megan
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Posted 4 years ago
Megan and the team at mortgage1st wen above and beyond to help me get a mortgage on my first property. Quick, friendly and knowledgable. Thank you and see you in 2 years for the remortgage !
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Posted 4 years ago
Shaun Burke at Mortgage 1st made the daunting and complicated task of buying our first home stress free. The knowledge and experience of the team is evident from the beginning and you are immediately put at ease and know you are in good hands with special mention also to Beverly James in processing. They are always available to answer questions quickly and understand how difficult the process is. They check in regularly with you throughout the process and give great advice and reassurances as moves can be a long drawn out process. I would highly recommend anyone to use these guys to take the strain and find you the best lenders out there. Call Shaun.
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Posted 4 years ago
From my initial enquiries to where I completed on the purchase of my property I dealt with Natalie. Natalie was very complement and I was able to contact her to discuss at all stages. I would like highly recommend the service that Natalie from start to finish.
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Posted 4 years ago
Josh was amazing, friendly and efficient. Would recommend to friends and family. Fantastic service!
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Posted 4 years ago
My buyers unfortunately lost their mortgage a month before completion which was a nightmare to hear. I put them in touch with Shaun Burke at Mortgage 1st to help get me through this process and save our move! He was outstanding and within two weeks went from talking to the buyers to application submitted, Mortgage valuation booked to offer sent out, in fact it was 13 days! This completely saved my sale and in turn my house move. We are now two weeks in to our new house and loving it. Shaun got a very nice bottle of Whiskey to say thank you.
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Posted 4 years ago
Excellent service and communication for our remortgage and life insurance. Thanks yet again Andy Lunn and Chelsea Hitchen for all your assistance. Another thanks to Ethan Noakes for sorting home insurance at a great rate. Always recommend Mortgage 1st to people they do all the hard work for you.
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Posted 4 years ago
Oliver Page at Mortgage1st (https://www.mortgage1st.co.uk/) made one of the most stressful human experiences an absolute breeze. As first home buyers we were clueless, learning on the fly, and it was tough to cut through a lot of the financial jargon to understand the loan that was right for us. Then we met Oliver. Not only did he get us a fantastic loan, but he also helped us understand the home buying process. Oliver could give classes on customer service - he's that good. He genuinely cares about the people he is helping find homes. The process from start to finish was efficient, seamless and professional. The Oliver was contactable whenever and came back to you very promptly even during Covid Pandemic. I would also like to thank Sarah Cave for processing the application with the mortgage service provider. Thank you Oliver! Regards Bobby & Abhi.
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Posted 4 years ago
Natalie sorted out our mortgage, service was above and beyond and very honest. Highly recommended and thank you
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Posted 4 years ago
Professional, honest advice and guidance. Would highly recommend Mortgage 1st not only to find you the best deal, but to guide you through the process.
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Posted 4 years ago
Chris Dunn and Sarah have bee amazing professionals through out our journey. They were always and timely responding to all our concerns and questions. They were brilliantly amazing. I will always recommend Mortgage 1st because of these two amazing people. We got in contact with Mortgage 1st when we were very confused on what to do but they have been there with us and now we have got our mortgage deal offer! Thank you so much. We do appreciate your professionalism and your advice and prompt way of responding to our emails and text messages I can go on and on. Am just too happy. Yes I recommend you.Your service was excellent and timely. Thanks Dolapo
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Posted 4 years ago
Chris Dun and Sarah Cave are exceptionally professionals. They were constantly and timely providing updates and were always available to respond to all our questions. What made them exceptional was the fact that Chris could respond to your emails or texts messages anytime and always on point to remove all those Fears! We got in touch with them when we were very confused on what to do about our Remortgaging but they were able to sort this out within weeks. I will recommend Mortgage 1st and most importantly Chris Dunn and Sarah Cave anytime anyway. Thank you both for your hard work and your professionalism. This is greatly appreciated. Thank you and keep safe. D Oyesiku.
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Posted 4 years ago
Holly Sims from Mortgage First has been amazing! We started our house buying journey in October and are now (hopefully) nearing exchange on our property. We are first time buyers were very anxious about the process, Holly explained everything very smoothly and made sure we knew exactly what was happening at all stages. She was professional but also was able to develop a good relationship with us as clients and I felt comfortable giving her a call if I ever needed any clarification. Due to the lockdown the whole process has been done online/on the phone but this has not impacted the quality of the process at all. I have felt in the loop at all times. Holly made the process of applying for a mortgage much less stressful than I anticipated as she found us the best products for our requirements and helped us to provide the correct evidence. This made the whole process feel really personalised and friendly. She also recommended us some solicitors who she works with, they have been fantastic and really efficient despite the current high demand and subsequent delays. Holly has been swift to reply to emails and very prompt in giving me relevant advice and has also been really honest. I've not felt like she's only working for her commission! I've also really appreciated that Holly's been able to reply and talk on the phone out of hours as I work quite long shifts and often needed to talk during the evening. Thank you so much Holly. From Zeni and Isaac :)
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Posted 4 years ago
So happy I chose Mortgage 1st! Was told elsewhere that I was unlikely to get a mortgage but Elliot made it happen! Friendly, professional, and most importantly, had excellent communication. He really put the work in to find the best deal for us and was always happy to help. Hollie processed the mortgage and her service was just as good! I can’t fault anything! :)
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Posted 4 years ago
Nikki was recommended to us by a friend and we would like to say how fantastic she has been. We have been very impressed with the professional yet friendly advise. Nikki was always available to help and quickly answered any questions we had. We would highly recommend using Nikki at Mortgage1st to obtain the best mortgage deal without the stress. Communication from Nikki and Becky was always very timely, clear and detailed. Great team. Many thanks.
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Posted 4 years ago
I highly recommend Mortgage 1st for their professionalism and friendly attitude and want to send special thanks to Carol Crawshaw who stood up and helped above and beyond. My husband and I just bought a property and Carol guided us throughout this journey. She found us the best deal, supported with all the paper work and even helped to get a better life insurance. Carol was always available to answer our questions and give advice which made all the process less stressful. We ended up by buying the building insurance through Mortgage 1st too. We couldn't have found a better mortgage advisor therefore we highly recommend Carol. Many thanks to Holli, Sarah and Ethan too.
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Posted 4 years ago
Having trawled around all of the faceless mortgage comparison websites it was a real pleasure to finally talk to someone who new the market and could help. Nikki at Mortgage1st secured me a mortgage deal that suited my needs, the process was easy and Nikki was always on hand to help. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Nikki and Mortgage1st.
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Posted 4 years ago
I honestly couldn't recommend these guys enough. I have used them twice now both for my initial mortgage and remortgage and they have been beyond helpful both times. Always on hand to answer any of the many questions that come up at this complicated time.
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Posted 4 years ago
Hollie at Mortgage 1st was amazing! Hollie is reliable, friendly and does her absolute upmost to get you the best mortgage. I can not fault Hollie or the staff at mortgage 1st. I will 100% be using them when the time comes to renew my mortgage
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Posted 4 years ago
Amazing service right from the start from Andy who was able to help us when we was in a desperate rush to get our offer accepted. We will definitely be recommending him to family and friends
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Posted 4 years ago
Mortgage 1st & Peak Mortgages is rated 5.0 based on 1,396 reviews