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Expert Mortgage Advice in Hertfordshire

At The Residential Mortgage Hub, we provide expert, personalised mortgage advice to clients throughout Hertfordshire, including Watford, St Albans, Hemel Hempstead, Stevenage, Hitchin, Hertford, Welwyn Garden City and Bishop’s Stortford. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, moving home, remortgaging or investing in buy-to-let property, our experienced mortgage brokers can help you find a mortgage suited to your individual circumstances.

With access to over 100 lenders and approximately 12,000 mortgage products, we can explore an extensive range of mortgage options, helping you find a competitive deal that meets your needs. Unlike approaching a single bank, our mortgage advisers can compare products from a wide range of lenders, including specialist providers, to identify suitable solutions for both straightforward and more complex applications.

We understand that everyone’s financial circumstances are different. Whether you’re employed, self-employed, a company director or working as a contractor, we take the time to understand your income, financial commitments and property goals before recommending a suitable mortgage solution.

Meet Tom Earl, Your Hertfordshire Mortgage Specialist

Our dedicated Hertfordshire Mortgage Specialist, Tom Earl, provides personalised mortgage advice to clients across the county. With particular expertise in contractor mortgages, self-employed applicants and complex income arrangements, Tom helps clients navigate the mortgage market, including those whose circumstances may not fit traditional high street lending criteria.

From buying your first home in St Albans to remortgaging in Stevenage, moving property in Watford or expanding a buy-to-let portfolio elsewhere in Hertfordshire, Tom offers clear, practical guidance throughout the mortgage process.

Meet Tom Earl, Your Hertfordshire Mortgage Specialist, and Discover How He Can Help →

At The Residential Mortgage Hub, our aim is to make finding the right mortgage straightforward, transparent and stress-free, providing expert advice and personal support from your initial enquiry through to completion.

Whatever You Need, We Can Help

  • Expert mortgage advice tailored to your individual circumstances, helping you find competitive mortgage rates

  • Access to over 12,000 mortgage products from more than 100 lenders, including specialist mortgage providers

  • Personalised mortgage comparisons to help identify suitable deals based on your needs and financial circumstances

  • Flexible mortgage appointments available face-to-face, by telephone or online, wherever you're based in Hertfordshire

  • Comprehensive life insurance, critical illness cover and income protection advice to help protect you and your family

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How will you benefit from working with us?

Understandable advice from an experienced and approachable Mortgage Advisor
Quick application processing with a dedicated case handler assigned once your mortgage application is submitted.

Regular updates and support at every stage – we handle lenders and solicitors, so you don’t have to worry!

Comprehensive, personalised insurance advice and recommendations tailored to your needs.

Mortgages in Hertfordshire: Your Questions Answered

Can I get mortgage advice in Hertfordshire?

Yes. The Residential Mortgage Hub provides professional mortgage advice across Hertfordshire, including St Albans, Watford, Hemel Hempstead, Stevenage and the surrounding areas. Our mortgage adviser, Tom Earl, helps clients explore suitable mortgage options, whether they’re buying their first home, moving property or remortgaging. Tom also specialises in contractor mortgages, helping applicants with non-standard income arrangements access suitable mortgage options.

Do you help first-time buyers in Hertfordshire?

Yes. We help first-time buyers throughout Hertfordshire understand their mortgage options and navigate the homebuying process. Our advisers can explain deposit requirements, mortgage affordability, lender criteria and the different mortgage products available. Whether you’re purchasing your first property in St Albans, Watford or elsewhere in Hertfordshire, we can guide you through the mortgage process.

Can contractors get a mortgage in Hertfordshire?

Yes. Tom Earl specialises in contractor mortgages, helping contractors across Hertfordshire explore suitable mortgage options. Some lenders can assess contractor income using day rates rather than traditional payslips or accounts. Whether you’re an IT contractor, engineering contractor, consultant or working through a limited company, we can help identify lenders whose criteria suit your circumstances, contract history and income structure.

Can self-employed people get a mortgage in Hertfordshire?

Yes. We help self-employed individuals, company directors and freelancers across Hertfordshire find suitable mortgage options. Different lenders assess self-employed income in different ways, including salary, dividends and business profits. We can review your circumstances and identify lenders whose affordability assessments and criteria may be appropriate for your income structure and trading history.

Can you help me find a better remortgage deal in Hertfordshire?

Yes. If your existing mortgage deal is approaching its end, we can review your circumstances and compare suitable remortgage options from a wide range of lenders. We can also assess whether switching lenders or arranging a new product with your existing lender would be more appropriate, considering interest rates, fees, affordability and your longer-term financial plans.

Can I arrange a mortgage appointment with Tom Earl by telephone or video?

Yes. Tom Earl, our mortgage adviser covering Hertfordshire, offers convenient mortgage appointments by telephone or video. Whether you’re based in St Albans, Watford, Stevenage or elsewhere in Hertfordshire, Tom can discuss your mortgage requirements, explain your options and guide you through the application process without requiring you to visit an office.

What our clients have to say...

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fiona Ford – Simply Outstanding! We originally started our mortgage application with a different mortgage adviser, but unfortunately they were not reliable and we eventually decided to take everything back and start again. That’s when Fiona Ford stepped in — and what a difference! It wasn’t a straightforward case and there were difficulties and obstacles along the way, but Fiona dealt with everything. She took control, stayed on top of the situation and worked incredibly hard to get us the result we needed. Fiona started a completely new mortgage application on Monday, and by Thursday our second mortgage was completed — just four days! Absolutely incredible. Fiona is honest, reliable, hardworking, punctual and completely on the ball. She doesn’t give up when she comes across an obstacle — she finds a way forward. In my 35 years of dealing with mortgages, Fiona is genuinely the best mortgage adviser I have ever come across. Five stars aren’t enough. 10/10 from me. Fiona is the GOAT — Greatest Of All Time! 🐐 I cannot recommend her highly enough. Absolutely fantastic from start to finish.
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Amazing team. Working hard and fast .
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I honestly couldn’t recommend Az highly enough! From the very beginning, he was incredibly helpful, approachable and communicative. Az kept me updated every step of the way, was always available when I had questions, and took the time to explain everything clearly. Az went above and beyond to help me secure a good mortgage rate, which I’m incredibly grateful for. I would happily recommend him to anyone looking for a mortgage advisor and wouldn’t hesitate to use him again in the future!
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Jason Vijey
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Tom and Ema were fantastic from start to finish of our mortgage journey, proactively chasing our solicitors and also continually updating to the best available rates !
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Jo Razak
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Can’t speak highly enough of Az. This wasn’t a straightforward case, larger loan, tight timescales, and a completion date I really needed to hit, and he handled all of it calmly and kept me in the loop at every stage. What I appreciated most was that he actually looked out for us. When rates moved in our favour close to completion he sorted a switch to the better rate without me even having to chase it. Everything completed exactly when it needed to and the funds came through bang on time. If you want a broker who’s responsive, knows his stuff, and genuinely works in your corner, he’s your man.
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I cannot begin to recommend The Residential Mtg Hub enough! Gavin and Az have been absolutely tremendous throughout the whole process. From the initial consultation, they both answered all our questions and gave great, professional advice. We had to secure our mortgage quickly and they went above and beyond to make that happen while still ensuring we got the best deal. I wouldn’t go or recommend anywhere else, they were absolutely our super star team.
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I have been recommending the Residential Mortgage Hub to everyone I know following the incredibly efficient mortgage application on a new property purchase, with a tight time frame they delivered and more. Both Gavin Carley and Az Rahman have been so helpful, their advice has been second to none and I would like to say a massive thank you to the both of them for all their help. I could not ask for a better service.
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Had the pleasure of having Az work on getting our mortgage sorted. He was very informative and any queries we had were dealt with promptly. Highly recommend.
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I have used Residential Mortgage Hub on a number of occasions and have always received an excellent service. The team are professional, knowledgeable, and always available to answer any questions throughout the process. They guided me every step of the way from the initial application through to completion, making what can often be a stressful process feel straightforward and hassle-free. Their communication was excellent, and I always felt informed and supported. I would highly recommend Residential Mortgage Hub to anyone looking for a reliable and professional mortgage broker. Thank you again for all your help and support.
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Highly rated, trust worthy, reliable, will recommend to family and friends.
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Important information

Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.

There is no fee for initial mortgage advice before application. A fee may be payable if you decide to proceed, depending on your individual circumstances. Any fee will be discussed and agreed with you before you proceed.