Chloe was incredible. Following an issue that was nothing to do with Heron Chloe dedicated her time to help me and ensure that everything was sorted. She had great contact and couldn’t have been more... See more
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Heron Financial is a fee-free, whole-of-market mortgage and protection broker based in the UK and certified B Corporation. Heron Financial specialises in mortgages for first-time buyers, self-employed clients, company directors, contractors, and borrowers with complex income such as commission, dividends, or variable earnings.
Our advice is fully fee-free. We manage the entire mortgage process from initial application through to completion, and continue to look after our clients beyond move-in, including future remortgages and protection reviews.
Heron Financial was founded in September 2011 by Matt Coulson. The aim was to build a digital-first mortgage broker that puts education at the heart of every client conversation. We help individuals and families make confident, well-informed decisions about their borrowing, their long-term financial wellbeing, and their environmental impact as a B Corp-certified business.
We specialise in complex cases. Our advisers regularly place mortgages for clients who have been declined by their bank or by other brokers, including self-employed applicants with one year of accounts, contractors paid on a day rate, company directors taking minimal salary plus dividends, and borrowers with variable or commission-based income. We have access to lenders across the high street, specialist, and private bank markets.
In 2026, Heron Financial was named a finalist in two categories at the British Bank Awards: Best Mortgage Broker and Best Ethical Financial Provider. Internally, we built Everglades, our own award-winning digital application system, to make the mortgage process faster and more transparent for clients. It is one of the reasons our clients tell us the process feels noticeably less stressful than going direct to a bank.
Our mission is simple: the right mortgage, without the stress.
If you'd like to find out what you could borrow based on your specific circumstances, use our mortgage calculator or get in touch for a free 15-minute consultation with an adviser.
207 Cardinal Point, Park Road, WD3 1RE, Rickmansworth, United Kingdom
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Heron Financial helped us secure our first mortgage, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them. Callum supported us at every stage of the process—clearly explaining our options, offering practical advice, and always being available to answer our questions. As first-time buyers, we felt quite out of our depth at times, but his responsiveness and ability to explain things in a straightforward way made the whole process feel seamless and easy.
Ailsa also supported us with our insurance and was equally helpful. She took the time to explain everything in detail, worked within our budget without ever pushing us towards something beyond our means, and really understood our situation. She kept us fully informed and on track throughout, which we really appreciated.
Overall, I couldn’t recommend Heron Financial enough.

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Great brokers who will listen, take into account personal circumstances and find the right offer for you. Specialists in what they do, I can recommend them for anyone trying to buy their first property 👌💯

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Great experience with heron financial , particularly Ailsa Holmes who helped us and managed to answer all questions!

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Have used Heron now for a number of years since purchasing my first home. The team are always super friendly, helpful, and make navigating the complex world of financial services so much easier (and fee free!!)

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Working with Don and Leona was an outstanding experience from start to finish. They were knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely committed to helping us navigate the mortgage process. Every question we had was answered clearly, and they always made sure I understood our options before moving forward especially for first time buyers!
If you’re looking for a mortgage team that truly cares and delivers exceptional service, Don and Leona are the ones to go to. Highly recommended.

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Don and Chloe have been amazing in the way they managed my case. Highly recommend.

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I have used Heron 3 times now for mortgages and I am happy with them as a company on the whole. I held off giving 5 stars as I missed out on a good fixed price rate by 1 day by not being informed on the need for company accounts.
We have used heron for a good few years now and there service all round has been great.
They very efficient and professional and always get us the best deal for us
We have dealt with mainly Dalia and Chloe who have been fantastic
We were recommend through a friend to Heron and would certainly highly recommend too

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I had a great experience with Aidan&Chloe. They were professional, knowledgeable, and always quick to respond. They explained everything clearly and made the whole process feel straightforward and stress-free.
I really felt they had my best interests at heart and worked hard to find the right deal for me. I’d highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable and supportive mortgage advisor.

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Aiden and Chloe take all the stress out of finding and securing a new mortgage. Clear information on choosing a best-fit product, followed with easy instructions to help you gather and load up the correct documents. They are friendly and easy to contact and guide you through the whole process. I have recommended them to friends and family who all report the same high level of service.

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Gary Holmes at Heron Financial was excellent. My situation was complicated because I had moved abroad, and although we didn’t find a mortgage solution that worked, Gary was extremely helpful, informative, and honest throughout. What impressed me most was that he still took the time to give clear, practical guidance even when it was obvious there would be no commission in it for Heron. That level of professionalism and integrity is rare, and I’d happily recommend them.

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I don't usually leave a review, but felt Aidan, Zara & Vinal deserved a special mention from my recent dealings with them at Heron Financial.
The entire team have been very professional throughout, taking the time to know our financial goals and finding the right products for both myself & my partner. Aidan was very thorough in explaining all the different products and fees, often accommodating for multiple meetings during evening hours to find us the best mortgage deal. Vinal was equally excellent in giving us both straightforward advice on income & life insurance so we didn't pay more than we needed.
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Heron Financial to my friends and family and will definitely use them again in future! They also don't charge customers fees for their services, which was an amazing added bonus that not all mortgage brokers offer.

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Great company. Love the I can interact with them over WhatsApp instead of having a call every time

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The team at Heron are really friendly and helpful. They are very responsive to any and all questions and made applying for my first mortgage as straightforward as possible providing really useful and clear advice. They are also very proactive in making sure you get the best deal - for examples they contacted me iearly before my fixed term came to an end to ensure I got the best possible deal in remortgaging. They also provide additional support with insurance options which is really helpful.

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We had a fantastic experience with Heron Financial and cannot recommend them highly enough. A special thanks to Dalia and Neve, who were both incredibly helpful, very responsive, and extremely informative throughout the entire process.
Our situation was a bit non-standard, as we needed to secure a mortgage using a PhD stipend and a regular salary. While many lenders find this tricky, Dalia navigated it with ease and managed to secure us a really great deal, even in the current climate of rising interest rates. If you want a firm that is professional, knowledgeable, and willing to go the extra mile for "different" financial situations, look no further!

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While Heron is a big company, Leona and Dalia have pay a lot of attention to me and my partner. They always reply quickly and have answered our questions. Currently the process is ongoing, so if anything happens I'll update the review.

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Aidan and Zara were both brilliant. Communication was outstanding from start to finish, not just with myself but with solicitors and developers.
Everything they did throughout the purchase process was always in my best interest to ensure the best outcome.

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As a first time buyer the process can seem so daunting. But working with Kane, Rebecca and Travis made everything so simple. If I ever had any questions they were always available to give prompt responses and guide me through every step. Massive thank you to you all for being so friendly and supportive throughout this whole journey. I will definitely be using them in the future.

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I feel so deeply grateful to my mortgage broker Kane Powell, for securing me a mortgage with Heron Financial. I am also grateful to his assistant Leona who kept me in the loop with any developments.
Kane navigated what was quite a difficult process for me in the past with previous mortgage brokers - with extreme ease, confidence, expertise and reassurance, with a cool calm head.
Kane is so good at what he does and his expertise, professional knowledge and business acumen, along with his calm and personable manner speaks volumes, and has also been noted by senior industry professionals where he has been awarded many accolades within the Mortgage Broker industry.
If you have had a stressful time in the past trying to secure a mortgage and are looking for a mortgage broker that will listen and provide a stress free, honest and efficient service with reassurance and ease, go to Kane at Heron Financial. The whole experience, the communication from all the team, and the speed of the process was second to none.
Thank you so much Kane and Leona. From Elizabeth H X

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I've yet to exchange on my property so haven't seen process with Heron Financial all the way through as yet, but so far Aidan and Rachel have both been informative, friendly and patient with my whole process of obtaining a mortgage.

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