Dorset Mortgage Broker
Why use a mortgage broker in Dorset?
In the competitive Dorset mortgage market many lenders use an wide choice of rate offers and other incentives to attract customers. To many consumers, owing to their rare purchases of mortgage products, the mortgage market may appear confusing and an overload of information. A mortgage broker who will be well versed in all things mortgage related, can guide them through the process of selecting a suitable mortgage and offer mortgage and property related financial advice. Having a local broker in Dorset makes it easier for face to face meetings.
Poor credit rating mortgage?
For borrowers in Dorset with poor credit records, or other non-standard circumstances, finding a lender may be tricky. A mortgage broker, having specialised knowledge and multiple lending sources, will normally be a valuable resource in obtaining financing. Also copies of credit reference material such as payslips/bank statements can be collected or copied on the spot by a visiting local mortage broker. A national firm would require these to be mailed, slowing down the whole mortgage application process.
Tasks of a Dorset mortgage broker
In the UK, anyone offering mortgage brokerage in Dorset or other counties is offering a regulated financial activity; the broker is responsible for ensuring the advice is appropriate for the borrowers circumstances and is held financially liable if the advice is later shown to be defective. Typically the following tasks are undertaken:
- Marketing to attract clients
- Assessment of the borrowers circumstances. This may include assessment of credit history (normally obtained via a credit report) and affordability (verified by income documentation).
- Assessing the market to find a mortgage product that fits the clients needs.
- Applying for a lenders agreement in principle (pre-approval)
- Gathering all needed documents (paystubs/payslips, bank statements, etc.),
- Completing a lender application form.
- Explaining the legal disclosures.
- Submitting all material to the lender.