New Starter Boost initiative offers pre-qualified leads, commission advances, and business development support
National brokerage Just Mortgages has introduced New Starter Boost, a support programme aimed at helping advisers transition into self-employment.
The initiative addresses common concerns among advisers considering self-employment, particularly financial uncertainty in the early stages. It provides access to pre-qualified leads, enabling new advisers to build a pipeline of business from the outset.
A key feature of the programme is a commission advance scheme, offering an interest-free loan to help advisers manage expenses during the initial months. The package is designed to give advisers the opportunity to focus on client relationships and business development without the immediate pressure of delayed commission payments.
New Starter Boost forms part of a broader support framework available to all self-employed advisers at Just Mortgages. This includes access to a team of area directors who provide mentoring and day-to-day guidance in sales, marketing, compliance, and training.
As advisers progress, they have opportunities to expand their qualifications to cover business protection, equity release, and commercial lending. There is also a pathway for advisers to become business principals, with support from Just Mortgages in management training, recruitment, and team development.
Just Mortgages currently supports nearly 500 self-employed advisers nationwide, alongside over 150 employed advisers working in estate agency branches.
“One of the biggest obstacles stopping even the most ambitious of advisers going self-employed is the fear of those first few months,” said Ben Allkins (pictured), head of mortgages and protection at Just Mortgages. “Where the business is going to come from or how they will pay their bills without a steady pay cheque are all genuine concerns. However, we’re really pleased to be able to provide a package of support to help answer those concerns and help advisers fulfil their potential.
“The self-employed division at Just Mortgages has long been known for the high levels of support we provide to all our advisers, as well as the flexibility we offer under the Just Mortgages banner or own brand options. We want to be the go-to destination for ambitious advisers, offering a platform to not just put your name above the door, but launch and scale a successful and diverse advice business. With high levels of new applicants and nearly 500 advisers in the division, it’s great to see this recognised.”
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