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Independent Mortgage Brokers

Your Mortgage.
Expertly Handled.

We walk you through every step.

Independent mortgage advice from advisers based in Barrow-in-Furness. We search a huge range of lenders to find the right deal for you — with complete impartiality.

Huge Range of Lenders
No Obligation
Cumbria Based
FCA Regulated
Affordability Calculator
Get an instant estimate of your borrowing power
Annual Income
Deposit Amount
Mortgage Term — 25 years
Estimated Borrowing Power
£157,500
Indicative only · based on 4.5× income + deposit
5-Star RatedGoogle Reviews
Huge Range of LendersCompared for you
FCA RegulatedNo. 301970
Free ConsultationNo obligation
Barrow-in-FurnessServing all Cumbria
Over Twenty YearsSound financial advice
What We Offer

Expert Advice Across
Every Type of Mortgage

Whether you're stepping onto the property ladder for the first time or managing an established portfolio, our advisers have the experience to find the right solution.

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First Time Buyers

We guide you through every step — from understanding what you can borrow to the day you collect your keys. Clear, jargon-free advice.

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Remortgaging

Coming to the end of your fixed term? We search the whole market for a better rate and manage the entire process for you.

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Buy to Let

First-time landlord or seasoned investor — we find the most competitive buy-to-let products across the entire market.

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Home Movers

Upsizing, downsizing or relocating within Cumbria — we make sure your next mortgage move is financially optimal.

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Imperfect Credit Mortgages

Bad credit history, failed credit scoring, CCJs or Defaults? Don't give up — we work with specialist lenders who consider your full picture, not just your credit file. We help clients who've been turned away by high street banks get the mortgage they deserve.

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Protection & Insurance

Life cover, critical illness, income protection, children's cover, key man cover and business protection — the right policies to protect you, your family and your business.

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Why Choose Us

Independent Advice
You Can Trust

Unlike banks who can only offer their own products, we search the entire market — meaning genuine, impartial advice, not a sales pitch.

100%
Independent — huge lender range
20+
Years serving Cumbria
5★
Average Google rating
£0
Initial consultation fee
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We search a wide range of lenders

High street banks, specialist lenders, and exclusive products unavailable direct to the public.

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One dedicated adviser

A single point of contact from first call to completion — no call centres, no being passed around.

Fast, clear communication

Your options explained in plain English, with regular updates at every stage of your application.

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Local knowledge

Based in Barrow-in-Furness with deep knowledge of the Cumbrian market and national lender access.

How It Works

From First Call to
Getting Your Keys

01

Free Consultation

Tell us your situation — we outline all options with no pressure and no obligation.

02

Market Search

We compare hundreds of products to find the very best deal for your circumstances.

03

Application

We handle all paperwork and liaise directly with the lender on your behalf.

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Completion

We see you through to the finish line, keeping you informed every step of the way.

Tools & Calculators

Useful Property &
Mortgage Tools

Use these tools to research your next move — from calculating stamp duty to checking the latest Bank of England base rate and regional house prices.

Bank of England
Base Rate

The current official rate set by the Monetary Policy Committee — directly affects your mortgage costs.

4.50%
Last updated: February 2025
↔ Held
Next MPC meeting date: May 2025
Rate forecast: Markets expect gradual reductions through 2025.

HMRC Stamp Duty Calculator

Calculate exactly how much Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) you'll pay on your property purchase — including first-time buyer relief and second home surcharge.

Property Price
Buyer Type
£2,500
Total SDLT Due
1.0%
Effective Rate
£247,500
Net Cost (inc. SDLT)
Based on current HMRC SDLT rates for England & Northern Ireland. Rates correct as of Autumn Budget 2024.

Land Registry
House Prices

Average property prices across England & Wales based on the latest HM Land Registry data.

£290,000
England Avg
£217,000
Wales Avg
£196,000
North West Avg
+3.1%
Annual Change
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data.
Data typically lags 2–3 months.
View full Land Registry data →

UK House Price Index
Interactive Tool

Explore average property prices by region, property type, and buyer type using the official UKHPI interactive tool — updated monthly by HM Land Registry.

HM Land Registry · Official Data →

Monthly House Price
Index Reports

Download the latest monthly reports showing average house prices, volume of sales, and price changes across England and Wales.

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Search Sold
House Prices

See what properties have actually sold for in any street or postcode — powered by the Land Registry Price Paid dataset.

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Mortgage News

Latest Industry
News & Updates

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Client Reviews

What Our Clients Say

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"Currently in the process of getting our second mortgage with Face to Face. Decades of experience and will do their absolute best for you, very thorough and reasonably priced. The place to go for a mortgage or financial advice around here."

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Abigail RiggGoogle Review

"I got my mortgage through Paul, and the whole process could not have been smoother. As a first time buyer it really helped to have things explained in a manageable way — it took a lot of the stress out of the whole process. Could not recommend enough!"

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Owen HayesGoogle Review

"I've used Paul at Face to Face numerous times now. Other mortgage advisors have given me bad advice in the past. Paul is straight down the middle and really knows what he's talking about. I wouldn't go anywhere else."

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Ryan TozerGoogle Review

"Paul is a legend. Came up trumps on my mortgage and again on my re-mortgage. Well worth the broker fee — takes the stress out completely."

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Les PotterGoogle Review

"Always great personal service. Always get the right deal to suit my circumstances."

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Jeff BlanshardGoogle Review

"Couldn't recommend Paul and the team enough! Paul helped me re-finance after renovating my house and sorted everything out for me. I went with Face to Face from these reviews so hope this helps someone else with their mortgage."

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Hannah LouiseFacebook Recommendation

"Highly recommend from start to finish. Paul was very helpful and Natasha too, who went over and above with everything we asked. Thank you so much."

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Keith CorneyFacebook Recommendation

"Throughout a really tricky property chain Marc and Natasha went above and beyond to help us successfully purchase our new home. We have found the property market to be a frustrating process, throughout which Face to Face have always offered us genuine advice. We will certainly be recommending Face to Face to everyone we know."

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Charlotte Grace GillFacebook Recommendation

"Couldn't recommend Paul & team anymore — fantastic service that took the stress and hassle out of sorting a mortgage. Twice we've used them now and both times have been superb. Well recommended."

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Matthew SwarbrickFacebook Recommendation

"Couldn't thank Paul Waddington enough for all his efforts and support in helping us get on the property ladder. It has been a bit of a journey but today we completed and have the keys to our first family home. Thank you for everything!"

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Emma WashingtonFacebook Recommendation

"Paul was great and kept me updated with all the paperwork and what needed signing. Would recommend 100%."

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Kirk WoodendFacebook Recommendation

"Thanks very much to Marc and his team for pointing me in the right direction and helping me buy my first home. Made everything so easy!"

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Jess MaeFacebook Recommendation

"Absolutely couldn't recommend more. So helpful and very grateful to have had Marc helping with my first mortgage. Went into the first meeting knowing absolutely nothing — walked out totally at ease. Someone who was actually interested and took it upon themselves to not only do their job but help with anything along the way."

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Maisy BathieFacebook Recommendation

"Many thanks to a great service provided by Paul on the purchase of my new home. His knowledge and experience had me moved in within 3 months after struggling to acquire a mortgage elsewhere. No bank interviews — Paul dealt with the lot from start to finish. All I was left to do was collect the keys."

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Andrew KyleFacebook Recommendation

"Excellent service from both advisors Mark and Paul. SDG Accountants have highly recommended Face to Face to all our clients in the past."

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Scott GomersallFacebook Recommendation

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Perfect Mortgage?

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