Dan Knott was absolutely brilliant from start to finish. He explained everything clearly, was always quick to respond, and made the whole mortgage process feel easy. Really friendly, professional, and... See more
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Experience Mortgage Services Tailored for You with Active Mortgages Active Mortgages is your trusted partner in the UK for specialist mortgage advice. With over two decades of expertise, we're committed to helping you navigate the complex world of mortgages, whether buying your first home, refinancing, or investing in property. We specialise in assisting self-employed individuals and business owners, understanding the unique challenges you face in securing finance. Our bespoke ACTIVE framework is designed to streamline the process, ensuring you receive a personalised service that targets your specific needs. Our promise? To simplify your mortgage journey, eliminate the stress, and save precious time. From strategy calls that lay the foundation for success to handling all the nuances of your mortgage application, we're here to ensure you get the best deal possible. At Active Mortgages, we don’t just prepare you for today; we prepare you for a prosperous future. Join us in laying the groundwork for your property aspirations—because, with Active Mortgages, you're not just another client; you're our priority. Start your journey with us today and discover the Active Mortgages difference.
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1 Buckingham Court, CM2 6XW, CHELMSFORD, United Kingdom
- 01245 850165
- info@active-mortgages.co.uk
- active-mortgages.co.uk
Active Mortgages - Outstanding…
I found Active Mortgages to be a most helpful and knowledgeable organisation. They kept me informed of the process every step of the way and were always available for advice and help. My Broker was extremely professional and my mortgage was acquired in good time without a hitch. Many, many thanks Active Mortgage I am most happy with your service.
Phil was a great mortgage advisor. Would recommend
Phil was a great mortgage advisor for me. Very knowledgeable and thorough with his explanations of things. Would absolutely recommend
Sid Rana was exceptional and really…
Sid Rana was exceptional and really helped me with my specific needs. He was available to ask questions and very approachable. His knowledge and experience really shone throughout the application. I would thoroughly recommend his services.
My Wife and I where kept up to date at…
My Wife and I where kept up to date at every step, no question was ever to daft, and we felt we where really being looked after. We received real honest advise about the reality of our financial situation, to allow us to make the best decision for our family.
Great Service ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I would highly recommend using Active Mortgages to anyone, especially if you’re a first time buyer like myself. Simon was extremely professional & helpful with any questions that I had & helped me secure my first mortgage. I can’t thank Simon enough as he really made the process stress free for me!
Dan The Stress Absorber
Dan has been great every step of the way. The stress that you experience in purchasing your first house is immense, but day has been there every step of the way to absorber that stress. He is a stress absorber. He has been professional, prompt and reliable. We would highly reccomend him to anyone.
Really listened to what we wanted and…
Really listened to what we wanted and sorted out a new mortgage that has helped us manage our finances
The best 🙏🙏🙏🙏
Jamie and Zoe provided an excellent…
Jamie and Zoe provided an excellent service, ensuring I got the best deal (on a property that wasn't the most straightforward!) and was kept informed throughout the process - thanks team!!
One stop for all your mortgage services.
We have used Active Mortgages for several years for all our rental properties and found them to be very professional and knowledgeable.
Quick & Efficient
Thank you to Jamie and his team - always a quick and efficient service. Will be happy to use their services again.
Amazing service for first time buyer
After hearing him run through mortgage advice for first-time buyers on a podcast, I wanted to work with Dan. The experience didn't disappoint. Our first meeting was straightforward which I appreciated. I left with a clear action plan on steps to take to prepare to get a decision in principle within my 6-8 months timescale. Within 6 months of our first meeting, I had a decision in principle, made an offer, and then had my mortgage approved. I'm grateful to Dan for helping me through the process and making it stress-free.
Brilliant service
Brilliant service, got lots of things sorted out that I didn’t know how to do myself! Thankyou
Highly recommended. Very professional and thorough
Sid Rana was my broker and I was highly impressed with his indepth knowledge and experience. Its my first time going through a remortgage and Sid was quick to respond to my many questions about the mortgage amd process. For once, I did not need to keep chasing for answers. Thanks you for all your advice, quidance and help throughout. I will definitely come back to at my next remortgage date.
First time buyer
We wanted to take a moment to share our experience working with Ian as our mortgage advisor. Buying a property can be incredibly challenging, and we certainly faced our fair share of difficulties, including multiple rejections from banks during our mortgage application process. After trying three different mortgage advisors, we were fortunate enough to find Ian Brett.
From the very beginning, Ian made the entire process much clearer for us. He provided comprehensive information that helped us understand every step of buying a house. His expertise and guidance were invaluable, especially given our previous struggles.
What truly set Ian apart was his consistent communication. He was always in touch, guiding us through each stage and ensuring we felt supported. Thanks to his dedication and hard work, everything went smoothly in the end, and we were able to secure the mortgage we needed.
We are incredibly grateful for Ian's assistance and highly recommend him to anyone navigating the complexities of buying a home. Thank you mr Ian, for making this journey so much easier for us!
Amazing service
Emma was an amazing mortgage advisor. I'm self employed and single and navigating getting the best deal in those circumstances was tricky. Emma was patient, friendly, professional and supportive throughout the process. She absolutely went above and beyond and I would recommend her to anyone wanting to engage in mortgage advice and services.
Sid was amazing at finding us a…
We have had a complete stress free time with active mortgages. Sid was amazing at finding us a suitable mortgage, always happy to help with any questions from start to the end. We would recommend to anyone! Thanks so much!
We had a brilliant service from start…
We had a brilliant service from start to finish. I would recommend Dan to anyone wanting a mortgage and insurances as we received a better service than we expected.
Stress Free Experience
We had a great experience with Sid from Active Mortgages. He took the time to explain things to us in detail, go through all the stages and inform us as things were progressing. We are very happy with the service he has provided thus far. Highly recommended!
Just Brilliant
I have dealt with the team at Active Mortgage now on more than one occasion and the whole experience has been one of total professionalism and efficiency.
They have always given me great advice and organised thé best deal.
Thoroughly recommended.
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