Mortgage Insider

House prices continue to generate debate and speculation across the UK following a period which saw record levels of activity. To uncover the economic dynamics and stimulus behind this growth, we spoke to Andrew Wishart, senior property economist at Capital Economics. This discussion also analyses the impact of the pandemic, the influence of the rise in hybrid working and what the future holds for...

The art of self-promotion can be a daunting prospect for many businesses and individuals. In this episode of the Mortgage Insider Podcast, business owner Stacey Campbell - Campbell & Horseman Mortgages - and Lucy Werner, founder of The Wern and author of the book  Hype Yourself: A no-nonsense PR toolkit for small businesses  outline their thoughts and experiences on a range of topics...

In the latest instalment of the Mortgage Insider Podcast, we continue exploring new trends and success stories by speaking to Patrick Glennon of Patrick James Solutions, a brokerage specialising in providing advice to the Armed Forces, both current serving and veterans. Patrick shares his journey from the military into civvy street, his experience of starting a brokerage from scratch, how it has s...

In the wake of the highest inflation figures for 30 years, rising interest rates, soaring energy prices and a devastating war in Ukraine, Chief Investment Officer at Barclays Wealth & Investment Solutions, William Hobbs speaks to Claire and Tony about how global events are currently affecting the UK economy, historic precedents and the potential impact on the housing market.   Hosted on A...

Best-selling author and one of the world’s most respected thought leaders on the subject of workplace culture and the future of work, Bruce Daisley joins regular hosts Claire MacPhail and Tony Rimmer as they evaluate the impact of the pandemic and explore how intermediary firms and advisers can improve their working practices in a post-pandemic world.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

To celebrate International Women’s Day, the latest Mortgage Insider Podcast features Sarah Tucker and Jamie Lewis, co-founders of The Mortgage Mum, who chat openly around the company’s values, ideals and outline how having open, honest conversations has allowed the business to grow so quickly and effectively. They also explore the role of social media, their blueprint for flexible workin...

In this episode, we explore how brokers can develop and expand their business as we emerge from the pandemic. Claire and Tony speak to Monica Bradley, managing director and founder of MB Associates and Daniel Payne, Managing Director at Fluent Money about the lessons they have learnt over the past few years, how their businesses have evolved, their attitudes towards recruitment and the import...

To kick off Season 3 of the Mortgage Insider podcast, we’re focusing on one of the industry’s hottest topics – Green Mortgages. Claudia Zambon, Director for mortgage products and Erika Moreira Baker, Senior product manager at Barclays navigate the intricacies of the market, evaluate the criteria for borrowers and explore what this space might look like...

Barclays brings you Series 3 of the Mortgage Insider podcast to help you make sense of the big issues and trends facing an ever-evolving industry. Join Business Development Managers Claire MacPhail and Tony Rimmer as they chat with experts and thought leaders on a range of subjects. They’ll discuss ways to build your broking business, hear from company founders with a niche, and look at navigating...

We join Peter Brodnicki, CEO and co-founder of the Mortgage Advice Bureau, to reflect on the value of resilience in business. He tells us about lessons learned during his career, the challenges he’s faced since starting MAB 20 years ago and why it’s important to take risks and disrupt your own business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

How has the mortgage industry evolved digitally? We talk to James Tucker, CEO and founder of Twenty7Tec, and Katja Palovaara, Fintech Programme Lead at Tech Nation, about digitalisation challenges, the scale of transformation and tips for brokers worried about falling behind tech-savvy competitors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/liste...

After a disruptive year put a dampener on growth, new-build homes are bouncing back. Adrian MacDiarmid, Head of Mortgage Lender Relations at Barratt Developments, and Scott Howitt, Sales Director at Chartwell Mortgage Service, tell us about demand, record levels of activity and how the demographic of buyers is changing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.co...

Why is it good for business to have a diverse and inclusive workforce? Nancy Kelley, CEO of Stonewall, and Hannah Bernard, Head of Business Banking at Barclays, tell us what it means to be allies to the LGBT+ community and how to challenge assumptions that create communication barriers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

Who stands up for UK mortgage lenders and brokers? The  Intermediary Mortgage Lenders Association  ( IMLA) and the Association of Mortgage Intermediaries (AMI). Kate Davies, Executive Director at IMLA, and Robert Sinclair, Chief Executive at AMI, tell us why their support is vital and how they help members with their daily challenges. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

After an unprecedented year of lockdowns, economic turbulence and furloughed workers, what lies ahead for the UK as the pandemic continues to wreak havoc around the world?    We hear from William Hobbs, Chief Investment Officer at Barclays Investment Solutions, who gives his perspective on the UK economy for 2021. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omny...

Buying your first home can be overwhelming and confusing. So how well does the existing system serve first-time buyers, and what can be done to make the process easier? In this episode, we hear from a range of first-time buyers about the challenges they’ve experienced. Claire and Tony chat to Daniel Hegarty, the founder and CEO of online broker Habito, and to property developer Kyle Mattison, a.k....

In-person client meetings have become a rarity during the last year. But with so much business conducted online, how can brokers ensure they don't fall victim to fraudsters? In this episode, Barclays' Lending Fraud Director Neil Scriven tells Claire and Tony about the latest challenges in light of the pandemic. He explains what brokers need to look out for and what they need to...

The pandemic has affected wellbeing and mental health in all sorts of ways over the past year. Whether you’re working from home in isolation, balancing work with home-schooling, a graduate or furloughed, everyone’s circumstances have unique challenges. In this episode, The Mortgage Mum Sarah Tucker shares her experience, and Claire and Tony chat to chartered psychologists Nana-Efua Lawson and Kate...

Welcome back to the second series of Mortgage Insider. After an incredibly busy start to 2021 for the housing market, many in the industry breathed a sigh of relief when the chancellor announced an extension to the stamp duty holiday in England and Northern Ireland. A similar holiday is in place in Wales. Claire and Tony speak to Sean Randall, a partner at Blick Rothenberg, chartered tax adviser a...

As 2020 draws to a close, we look back at the rollercoaster ride of the past year and consider what lies ahead. Claire and Tony spoke to Craig Calder, head of Channel Business Development for Barclays. They hear his thoughts on customer service, challenges for lenders during the pandemic, packaging and the end of the stamp duty holiday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Events of 2020 have led many organisations to examine their approach to diversity. Claire and Tony spoke to Sidney Wager, Head of Intermediary Market Development for Barclays, and Sophie Lowndes-Toole, a self-employed mortgage and protection adviser. They discussed how brokers can make their businesses more inclusive, the benefits of a diverse workforce and the impact of Black Lives Matter and the...

2020 has been a year of change for many. Brokers may have had the chance to take stock and assess their career path. Some have used lockdowns as an opportunity to learn new skills and, with many working from home, digital skills have become essential. In this episode, Claire speaks to Ross Martin from Barclays Digital Eagles and Clare Jupp from Brightstar, about how brokers can up-skill themselves...

During a career spanning four decades, James Chidgey has witnessed the highs and lows of the mortgage industry and housing market. In this episode, we hear his take on the evolution of the market during the 1980s, yo-yoing interest rates in the 1990s and the more recent credit crunch. Claire and James also discuss how the current market compares to previous challenges and how brokers can prepare f...

How can brokers use social media to develop their business? How do they get started and what should they avoid?  Claire and Tony spoke to Martin Stewart, an independent broker and founder of London Money, to find out how he uses Twitter to raise his profile and win business.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brokers have had to adapt their business models to manage the fast-evolving challenges resulting from the Covid-19 pandemic.    In this episode, Claire and Tony spoke to Sally Laker, Managing Director of Mortgage Intelligence to find out how brokers can future-proof their businesses and what they should be doing ahead of the new year. This episode was recorded on 2nd October 2020. H...