Office address: WeWork Spinningfields, Quay Street, Manchester M3 3JE
Website: www.manchester-money.co.uk
Year established: 2018
Company type: financial services
Employees: 10+
Expertise: first time buyer mortgages, buy to let mortgages, moving home mortgages, specialist loans, self-employed mortgages, professional mortgages
Parent company: The Money Group
Key people: Chris Barker (MD), Julia Brownley (director), Brandon Crichton (adviser), Adam Evans (consultant), Zack Glover (adviser), Stacey Saint (adviser), Ruksana Niaz (case manager)
Financing status: N/A
Manchester Money is a mortgage brokerage firm headquartered in Manchester. They operate across Greater Manchester, providing tailored mortgage and insurance solutions to a variety of clients, from first-time buyers to property developers. With over 10 employees, the company is not affiliated with specific lenders, allowing them to secure the best mortgage and protection deals for their customers.
Manchester Money was founded in 2018 and had co-launched How to Go DA, a seminar which aims to educate brokers on transitioning to directly authorised status. They celebrated their fifth anniversary in 2023 with notable achievements and awards. With over six years of expansion, the company has grown to have mortgage brokers in Bury, Stockport, Tameside, Trafford, Oldham, Rochdale, and Salford.
Manchester Money has built strategic partnerships, such as with Bolton Wanderers, and expanded their service offerings. In recent years, they have focused on community engagement and won a few more accolades. The company has also introduced a new mortgage tools page, aimed at simplifying processes, appointments, and the use of their mortgage calculators.
Manchester Money offers a wide range of mortgage products and services tailored to meet various client needs:
bad credit mortgages: specialised solutions for clients with less-than-perfect credit scores
buy to let mortgages: financing options for property investors
equity release: helping clients unlock the value of their homes
first time buyer mortgages: tailored advice and products for first-time buyers
home mover mortgages: support for those looking to move homes
residential mortgages: standard mortgages for home purchases
residential remortgages: solutions for those looking to refinance their existing mortgages
Manchester Money is a progressive and award-winning mortgage brokerage known for its friendly and adaptable team. Their organisational structure allows for swift implementation of new ideas and changes. With transparent communication and an open-door policy, employees are encouraged to share their ideas and strategies and are given other benefits such as:
flexibility of hybrid working
high earning potential
full administrative support
open forum for discussion
comprehensive CRM systems and training
Manchester Money recognises the importance of providing opportunities for the development and success of adolescents. The Manchester Money Scholarship Fund is dedicated to helping young cricketers by removing financial barriers and enabling them to reach their full potential. This seeks to enhance their ability to progress in the sport while also being provided with:
access to elite coaching
use of state-of-the-art facilities
new playing equipment
Manchester Money actively participates in various initiatives beyond their office activities, focusing on social events, community engagement, and charitable efforts. These initiatives emphasises their commitment to building strong relationships with each other and the community.
attending a seminar on Employee Values
sponsoring the Euxton Villa football club
participating in career fairs at various schools
celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week
supporting The Cricket Asylum Foundation
Chris Barker has served as Manchester Money's managing director since 2018. Barker was a mortgage consultant at Mortgage Advice Bureau and Countrywide Mortgage Services and had worked as a sales manager at The Co-operative Group. He earned A Levels in English Language from North Halifax Grammar School.
Supporting Barker in leading the company are key individuals:
Julia Brownley, as a sales and development director, manages business performance and customer satisfaction
Brandon Crichton, a mortgage and protection adviser, focuses on customer service and mortgage advice
Adam Evans, serving as mortgage and protection consultant, specialises in securing mortgages for varied clients
Zack Glover, mortgage and protection adviser, leverages estate agency experience for client-centric service
Stacey Saint, also a mortgage and protection adviser, provides tailored financial solutions.
Ruksana Niaz, as mortgage case manager, oversees the processing and administration of mortgage applications
Manchester Money plans to maintain its strong market position by continually enhancing its service offerings and client engagement strategies. They recently received a noteworthy award in 2023, a testament to their excellence and dedication.
Their innovative 'Bran Van' initiative further exemplifies their commitment to accessibility and customer service, offering mobile advisory services. These initiatives, along with ongoing community and industry involvement, position Manchester Money for continued growth and success.
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TMG is a network of independently owned, directly authorised firms and has a target to create and partner with 50 businesses over the next five years.
The Money Group aims to have 20 sub-brands and over 100 advisers by 2020.
The biggest reduction is 0.60%, on a 5-year fixed rate up to 80% LTV on the Pepper 24 range, which is available to landlords who have not registered a CCJ or default in the last 24 months.
But Chris Barker, founder and director of Manchester Money, said his experiences don't fit the trend.
Chris Barker, founder and director of Manchester Money, said: “I’ve always been led to believe going DA is time consuming and a lot harder to do, but since I made the switch, I’m not finding that. It’s far more empowering and not as difficult and expensive as people think and I highly advocate it.
Leeds Building Society has refreshed its range of welcome mortgages, which come with a 0% interest rate at the start of the loan.
