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Craig Fish

I’m driven by a passion for clear, no-nonsense advice - always delivered in plain English. That might be my northern roots showing, but I believe in cutting through the jargon and getting straight to the point, while still meeting all the necessary regulatory requirements.

If I can help you, I will. If I can’t, I’ll say so. I won’t waste your time. This honest, straight-talking approach, combined with empathy and a genuine understanding of each client’s situation is why so many people come back to me time and time again, and why they often refer me to their friends and family.

In today’s world of post-pandemic, post-credit crunch mortgage lending, it can sometimes feel like lenders are doing everything they can to avoid doing business. That’s where my determination really comes into play. If I believe in a case, I’ll go further than most to get it over the line. I don’t give up easily, and I’ll always fight for the right outcome.

What you’ll get from me is honest, impartial advice, delivered in plain English by someone who genuinely cares. You won’t get jargon, waffle, pressure to buy, or broken promises. Just straightforward support from someone who’s in your corner.

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Riz Malik

Founder and Director of Essex-based R3 Wealth, an independent financial adviser. Riz holds an MBA from Warwick Business School and is a mortgage market commentator who regularly appears in the media.

Andrew Montlake

A Finance professional with over 25 years of industry experience, Andrew started in the mortgage industry in 1994. He is one of only two people to ever have won the coveted Mortgage Personality of the Year Award at the Mortgage Strategy Awards twice.

In 2009 Andrew was a founder of Coreco, responsible for growing the brand, marketing and communications, as well as lender liaison. He was made MD in 2019, and is now CEO, focussing on the overall vision, strategy, and culture of the company.

As Coreco’s media spokesperson Andrew can often be seen or heard on TV and radio as well as regularly commenting in the national, local and trade press. 

He has appeared on BBC TV News, Working Lunch, BBC Radio 5 Live, Wake Up to Money, Drivetime, BBC Radio 4 Moneybox, Today Programme, Sky News, ITN News, Channel 5 News, LBC Radio Property Hour and is a regular on Clive Bulls show and Property Radio.

He also regularly comments for BBC News online, The Times & Sunday Times, Financial Times, Daily Mail, This is Money, Evening Standard, The Express, The Telegraph and more.

More commonly known as "Monty" he is the author of a highly acclaimed Mortgage Blog, produced the first mortgage industry podcasts several years ago and now presents The Property Show podcast with Louisa Fletcher. 

He is a public speaker, presenter, and regular industry columnist who is passionate about financial literacy, mental health and diversity and inclusion.

Winner of several industry awards including “Broker Business Leader of the Year (up to 40 advisers), “Mortgage Strategist of the Year” as well as winning “Mortgage Personality of the Year” twice. He is also a double recipient of the "Best Press Spokesperson" and “Best Marketeer” gongs at the British Mortgage Awards.

Under his stewardship Coreco also won the award for Best Equality Employer at the 2019 Women in Finance Awards.

Andrew is now proud to serve as Chairman of the Association of Mortgage Intermediaries, (AMI) as a cheerleader for the Mortgage Industry as a whole and continues to work at the coal face, writing mortgage business and advising clients.

In his spare time, he writes and performs with his rock band Rogue Monkey!

Gaurav Shukla

Gaurav Shukla is the Founder and CEO of Home Me Mortgages, a brokerage based in Marlow, Buckinghamshire. He specialises in mortgages for athletes, entertainers and high net worth individuals, where income is rarely straightforward and lender appetite varies wildly. In financial services since 2012 and mortgages since 2015, Gaurav has worked across estate agency brokerages, wealth management firms and fintech startups. That gives him an unusually wide view of how lenders, advisers and technology actually behave, rather than how they say they do, and means he can speak to the mechanics behind a rate move, not just its headline. He gives plain English analysis and firm views, with no fence sitting and no press release language, and is reliable on tight deadlines.

Luke Thompson

Experienced Financial Advisor based in Norfolk. Helping my customers with all their financial planning needs from purchasing their first property to retirement and estate planning.

Chris Sykes

Alongside my role as a Senior Mortgage Adviser, I focus on developing our large network of lender relationships; ensuring that as a firm we have access to all available lending options and our advisers are therefore able to provide the best service available in the mortgage market, allowing us to assist our clients, even in the most complex cases.

I'm available from 1.30pm onwards. 07725 355 665

Graham Cox

Graham Cox is an entrepreneur and the founder of Bridginghub.com, an independent, commercial finance broker serving clients all over the UK. The company sources regulated and unregulated bridging loans for property investors, developers and homeowners, as well as commercial mortgages and development finance.

07973 348001 should be available so please try.

Paul Donoghue

Meet Nick, our Later Life Lending Expert with a proven track record of releasing millions of pounds of equity for clients in their later years. With extensive experience in the equity release sector, Nick is a highly skilled professional who is dedicated to helping clients meet their financial needs by unlocking the potential of their home's equity.

Nick's wealth of knowledge in the industry is invaluable, and he takes a personal approach to working with our clients over 55 to provide them with the insights they need to make informed decisions about their financial objectives. He understands the unique challenges and opportunities that come with unlocking the value of your home, and he is committed to guiding you every step of the way.

Nick's expertise in Later Life Lending means that he has a deep understanding of the complex financial products available to our clients. He is able to advise on the full range of equity release options and help you select the one that is best suited to your individual needs and circumstances.

When you work with Nick, you can be assured that you are in the hands of a trusted professional who has your best interests at heart. His passion for helping clients achieve their financial objectives is second to none, and he is committed to delivering exceptional service and support throughout your journey. Contact us today to schedule a consultation with Nick and start exploring the possibilities of unlocking your home's equity.

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Rob Gill

Rob graduated from Exeter University with a degree in Economics and started his career in investment banking, working as an Equity Trader with for a Japanese bank Nomura from 1997.

He then moved to the retail side of finance, cutting his teeth in mortgage broking at a large Knightsbridge based firm from 2006, before co-founding a firm in the City in 2009. He then co-founded Altura in 2018.

Rob has worked with a variety of clients, from first-time buyers to home movers, through to international and self-employed borrowers.

Rob first stated media commentary on the mortgage market in 2008 during the financial crisis and made several TV and radio appearances. He has since been a regular contributor in the mainstream and industry print media.

Available for a chat if required 07703 402809

Times journalist wants quick chat

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Craig Fish

Director at Lodestone Mortgages

Riz Malik

Independent Financial Adviser at R3 Wealth

Andrew Montlake

Managing Director at Coreco

Gaurav Shukla

Managing Director at Home Me Mortgages

Luke Thompson

Director at PAB Wealth Management

Chris Sykes

Technical Director and Senior Mortgage Adviser at Private Finance

Graham Cox

Director at Bridging Hub

Paul Donoghue

CEO at Concept Financial Services

Rob Gill

Managing Director at Altura Mortgage Finance

Lincoln Brown

Managing Director at Larkbridge Mortgages

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