We are experts at sourcing complex Residential, Buy to Let and Commercial Property Finance
What we do
We are Specialist Mortgage Brokers with extensive experience in sourcing every type of property finance – from individual residential mortgages to multimillion-pound corporate loans.
Our streamlined approach ensures deals are secured quickly and efficiently. With a small team of brokers, we pride ourselves on offering a personal and bespoke service.
Our brokers each have distinct areas of expertise, so whatever your mortgage requirements we will find the best solution.
Why choose us?
Expert advice
Time saving
Exclusive deals
Property portfolio management
One point of contact
Fantastic reviews
Authroised and regulated by the FCA
How we work
We can source exclusive deals from across the UK mortgage market. We have access to the following lenders and many more…
Meet the team
Arthur Hamilton Director
Arthur originally worked in the oil industry as a chemical engineer before deciding upon a career change into the financial sector in 1989. Since then he has been involved in various areas of personal finance. In 2000 he helped establish Ravenstone Financial Management, a firm of independent advisers which continues to this day. In 2003 he started Specialist Mortgages with Jerry Brown and since this time his primary focus has been within the mortgage market. Arthur specialises in the buy to let sector, with a particular emphasis on creating solutions for larger and more complex cases.
Jerry is the Financial Director of Specialist Mortgages and a fully qualified Independent Financial Advisor. In 2003 he set up Specialist Mortgages with his fellow director Arthur Hamilton after establishing the successful IFA business Ravenstone Financial Management. With over 20 years experience in the financial services industry Jerry’s mortgage knowledge is comprehensive. Jerry deals with a number of professional and high net worth clients and is able to consider each clients full financial picture when sourcing the optimum mortgage for them.
Gail’s career in financial services started in the banking sector where she quickly progressed to become an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Bankers in Scotland. In 1996 Gail joined The Mortgage Advice Bureau to work as a mortgage advisor before assisting Jerry and Arthur in establishing Specialist Mortgages in 2003. Since that time her primary role has been to lead the administrative function of the business. Our clients have come to appreciate her approachable and friendly manner together with her extensive knowledge gained over a 20 year career in financial services.
Stewart previously held a senior management position with MoneyQuest UK LTD and played a key role in establishing them as one of the UK’s most successful independent mortgage brokers. In 2013 he joined Specialist Mortgage Solutions to further develop his client base and focus on the buy to let market. Stewart is an integral member of the team and has built up a loyal and extensive client bank based predominantly in London and the South East. This is a result of his knowledge gained over a 20 year mortgage career coupled with his professionalism, attention to detail and first class service.
Stewart is an accomplished amateur golfer playing off a handicap of +1 with multiple tournament victories and full County honours to his name.
With over 15 years of experience as a Mortgage Broker, Martin has considerable knowledge of both residential and buy to let financing. Having worked with some of the large London based brokerages, he has a deep understanding of the complex income structures which are typical of those involved in investment banking and contracting. In addition to this, Martin often assists blue chip companies wishing to offer mortgage advice as a benefit to their employees. He sees his role as being able to take some of the stress out of the process, and has always built his business on good service and a willingness to take great care of the people he is dealing with.
With 20 years experience in financial services sector Mark brings a wealth of knowledge to Specialist Mortgages. Mark is the longest serving member of the broking team having been with the company since its inception in 2003. As well as catering to his established client bank Mark provides business planning assistance to the director Arthur Hamilton. Mark is involved in coordinating Specialist Mortgage’s application procedures to ensure an efficient process from start to finish.
The Situation The clients were South African nationals seeking to purchase a property in London for £2.6m. They wished to borrow £1.95m to assist with the purchase. With an employed income of £100K pa, this…
You could argue that mortgage products are becoming more diverse and we have already seen Nationwide launch products specifically aimed at older borrowers. This trend seems set to continue into 2018 and Clydesdale Bank is…
I have dealt with Specialist Mortgages on several occasions. They always provided a first class service, handling the whole process from A to Z. The advisers are very professional and dedicated, providing insightful advice on the various alternatives and delivering competitive mortgages in a very quick turnaround. Without their help we would probably not have been able to buy our dream property. I would recommend Specialist Mortgages without any doubt!
Thibault de Romblay
Executive Director - Credit Trading at JPMorgan Chase
The team at Specialist Mortgages have helped me to mortgage and remortgage and have always gone that extra mile to get things done. Even when lending conditions were at their worst they came through. Can’t recommend them highly enough.
Adam Redland
Executive Director at Nomura
I was a first time buyer looking for a mortgage and had very little time to look myself. I needed help and support and was pointed in Callum’s direction by one of his current clients who highly praised his work for him. From start to finish he made the process seamless and efficient and constantly communicated what was going to happen next at each stage.
James Cook
Sales Operations Analyst at McCurrach
Brian is just as he appears – straightforward, honest, analytical, attentive. Found me an excellent mortgage for my BTL property. First man I call going forward.
Christopher Laing
Managing Director at Deutsche Bank
I own a number of properties and am always looking to purchase more or re-mortgage existing ones hence I am looking for a broker who understands my needs and can find the best deals available at the time that fit into my criteria (which change property to property). In Arthur at specialist mortgages I have found someone who can not only do that but also provides advice which I have found very helpful. Arthur has become my “Go To” guy for the last three years and I have recommended him to friends and family.
Sandeep Puri
Shojin Property Partners
I’ve worked with Martin Byrom and his team many times over the last few years and their service has always been superb. Great advice, great products and excellent service. I can’t recommend them highly enough.
Tim Katz
Managing Partner at Knucklehead
A gem of a mortgage broker – rose to the challenges we had, understood our needs from the outset and delivered beneficial and cost effective mortgage deals. Would highly recommend.
Poonum Parmar
Reservoir Engineer at BP
Jerry has provided me with expert mortgage advice for many years. In that time he has proven himself to be knowledgeable, detailed and extremely reliable.
Craig Collins
Founding Partner at Kiltearn Partners LLP
I have been blown away by their solid advice and in particular the no nonsense and honest information that’s given about the various products. If I was to pick one particular aspect of their service, it would be their willingness and ability to answer queries as promised. This is very often within a few minutes by way of return phone call.
Craig Dixon
Retired
Brian is a talented finance professional, providing first class advice and superb service levels in every aspect of property finance. I have done business with him on numerous occasions and would recommend him wholeheartedly.
David Moran
Chairman at Ocean Media Group Ltd
From the first contact and throughout the whole process Jerry and the team at Specialist Mortgages could not have been more helpful. Their knowledge of the mortgage market and the house buying process is second to none. Being a small business owner, my personal circumstances can restrict the mortgages on offer, but Specialist Mortgages found the best product for me and always kept me informed of progress. I wouldn’t go anywhere else for a mortgage in future and have already referred a number of my friends.
Graham Lockhart
Programme Manager at Hitachi Solutions Europe
Brian has just arranged my mortgage for me – he is professional, efficient and most importantly, very well informed. I will use him again in future and recommend him if you need help in this area.
Susan Morris
BURBERRY Vice President Beauty EMEIA
Jerry went far and beyond in helping me secure my mortgage. He took the time to understand my circumstances, offered a wide range of options and managed to secure an excellent deal for me.
Ivan Dexeus
Foreign Exchange Sales Director at Credit Suisse
I have dealt with Specialist Mortgages on several occasions. They always provided a first class service, handling the whole process from A to Z. The advisers are very professional and dedicated, providing insightful advice on the various alternatives and delivering competitive mortgages in a very quick turnaround. Without their help we would probably not have been able to buy our dream property. I would recommend Specialist Mortgages without any doubt!
Thibault de Romblay
Executive Director - Credit Trading at JPMorgan Chase
The team at Specialist Mortgages have helped me to mortgage and remortgage and have always gone that extra mile to get things done. Even when lending conditions were at their worst they came through. Can’t recommend them highly enough.
Adam Redland
Executive Director at Nomura
I was a first time buyer looking for a mortgage and had very little time to look myself. I needed help and support and was pointed in Callum’s direction by one of his current clients who highly praised his work for him. From start to finish he made the process seamless and efficient and constantly communicated what was going to happen next at each stage.
James Cook
Sales Operations Analyst at McCurrach
Brian is just as he appears – straightforward, honest, analytical, attentive. Found me an excellent mortgage for my BTL property. First man I call going forward.
Christopher Laing
Managing Director at Deutsche Bank
I own a number of properties and am always looking to purchase more or re-mortgage existing ones hence I am looking for a broker who understands my needs and can find the best deals available at the time that fit into my criteria (which change property to property). In Arthur at specialist mortgages I have found someone who can not only do that but also provides advice which I have found very helpful. Arthur has become my “Go To” guy for the last three years and I have recommended him to friends and family.
Sandeep Puri
Shojin Property Partners
I’ve worked with Martin Byrom and his team many times over the last few years and their service has always been superb. Great advice, great products and excellent service. I can’t recommend them highly enough.
Tim Katz
Managing Partner at Knucklehead
A gem of a mortgage broker – rose to the challenges we had, understood our needs from the outset and delivered beneficial and cost effective mortgage deals. Would highly recommend.
Poonum Parmar
Reservoir Engineer at BP
Jerry has provided me with expert mortgage advice for many years. In that time he has proven himself to be knowledgeable, detailed and extremely reliable.
Craig Collins
Founding Partner at Kiltearn Partners LLP
I have been blown away by their solid advice and in particular the no nonsense and honest information that’s given about the various products. If I was to pick one particular aspect of their service, it would be their willingness and ability to answer queries as promised. This is very often within a few minutes by way of return phone call.
Craig Dixon
Retired
Brian is a talented finance professional, providing first class advice and superb service levels in every aspect of property finance. I have done business with him on numerous occasions and would recommend him wholeheartedly.
David Moran
Chairman at Ocean Media Group Ltd
From the first contact and throughout the whole process Jerry and the team at Specialist Mortgages could not have been more helpful. Their knowledge of the mortgage market and the house buying process is second to none. Being a small business owner, my personal circumstances can restrict the mortgages on offer, but Specialist Mortgages found the best product for me and always kept me informed of progress. I wouldn’t go anywhere else for a mortgage in future and have already referred a number of my friends.
Graham Lockhart
Programme Manager at Hitachi Solutions Europe
Brian has just arranged my mortgage for me – he is professional, efficient and most importantly, very well informed. I will use him again in future and recommend him if you need help in this area.
Susan Morris
BURBERRY Vice President Beauty EMEIA
Jerry went far and beyond in helping me secure my mortgage. He took the time to understand my circumstances, offered a wide range of options and managed to secure an excellent deal for me.
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