Should I Use an Independent Financial Adviser

In recent times, Independent Financial Advisors (IFAs) have been used by many people as an alternative to mortgage brokers. The main reason for this is that there is a crossover between the services they offer. IFAs and mortgage brokers usually receive their qualifications from the same few training institutions. When a person receives their qualification in one of these fields they only need to complete a reduced number of exams to receive the other qualification. This is one indication that mortgage advisors and IFAs undertake similar activities. Because mortgage repayment costs account for the largest expense in a normal household, having the right product is seen as a necessary element to prudent financial planning. It is for this reason, more than anything else, that people have been turning to their financial advisor to source the right mortgage deal for their needs. Many IFAs will have completed the qualifications and training necessary to become a mortgage broker and will be able to assist their clients in obtaining a home loan with ease. Mortgages are also interlinked with insurance. Interest only products will usually require some sort of insurance to cover the event of the mortgagor being unable to meet their obligations due to accident, sickness, or unemployment. IFAs have an in-depth understanding of the insurance market and can therefore offer advice in such matters when a client applies for a mortgage with them. Many mortgage brokers also offer insurance products to their clients as an additional service. Even if your IFA does not offer a mortgage broking service, it is likely that they will be able to refer you to someone who they regularly put their clients business through. However they quite often do offer both services so if you already have an IFA and are looking for mortgage advice, it may not be necessary to seek out the services of a separate mortgage broker. UK Mortgage Source provides information on UK mortgage brokers and provides a contact point for individuals searching for qualified Mortgage Brokers