Firstxtra Financial Services

08/07/2026

We had the pleasure of welcoming Rory to Firstxtra HQ this week.

Rory was looking for some work experience as he will be moving from Year 10 to Year 11 in September at . He has spent the past 3 days working with loads of the team learning all about the world of mortgages and insurance.

Rory was both a credit to his family and the school and he would be welcomed back any time in the future 👊

One thing that really did come across is the need for children and teens to get educated about finance in the real world. Rory said it would be great to learn more about this at school and found it really interesting and helpful.

We wish Rory the best of luck next year with his GCSE's. I'm sure he will smash it.

06/07/2026

👀Scan the QR code to download our fantastic FREE Homebuyers App.

Are you a First-time buyer, Home mover or looking to re-mortgage 🏡. We have the tool for you 😍

It's free for anyone to use and gives you access to an array of Mortgage tools, market news and updates and will help to make sure you are in the best position when you come to purchase or re-mortgage a house.

Find it here https://homebuyer.mortgageadvicebureau.com/dashboard

Go on, have a look 👀for yourselves, you'd be mad not to

Firstxtra, the local mortgage broker that cares 😍

Important information - Your property may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.

There may be a fee for mortgage advice. The actual amount you pay will depend upon your circumstances. The fee is up to 1%, but a typical fee is £499.

04/07/2026

Sometimes the problem getting a mortgage isn’t you… it’s the property your buying.

Lenders are cautious when it comes to certain things, including:
🏠 Down valuations
🏢 Flats above or near to commercial units
🧱 Non-standard construction
📉 Short leases and cladding concerns on flats
🔧 Poor condition, Damp, Movement, Large trees or near water

A quick pre-underwriting check with a trusted mortgage broker on the property could save time and money.

If you’re buying something unusual or have been turned down by the high street banks, then speak to us. We have specialist lenders who may be able to help

Important information - Your property may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.

There may be a fee for mortgage advice. The actual amount you pay will depend upon your circumstances. The fee is up to 1%, but a typical fee is £499.

03/07/2026

Its review of the week time again 🤩🤩

Another absolutely incredible review received this week on Google from our new client Katie.

"Incredible service from start to finish. Every detail was thoroughly explained and digestible due to this and to enhance this further Ross and Lilly continually offered additional support, willing to answer any question which may arise along the way. They both made what can be a stressful situation reviewing and progressing a mortgage application into something that was seamless and due to this we obtained our mortgage offer within 48 hours which was an incredible outcome off of the back of such great engagement from them both"

02/07/2026

If your not already using this, then why not 🤔 you really should be.....

This is a fantastic FREE tool that will allow you to monitor your mortgage, property value and EPC plus loads of other built in tools.

Remember this is a Free tool and we not only provide it to all our clients, we allow anyone to use it for nada, nothing, zilch, zero, diddly-squat, on the house and complimentary!

Just click and get involved .

You'd be mad not to 🤪

01/07/2026

30/06/2026

We made it to the Newbury Weekly News and the West Berkshire Business Insider last Thursday 🥰🥰

Thanks for all the support we receive locally from our friends, business partners and clients. We really do appreciate it 😍

If you would like to give us a try, we can show you why we are the Top Rated mortgage and insurance brokerage in the local area. You can see all our fantastic client reviews on Google or Feefo.

Important information - Your property may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.

There may be a fee for mortgage advice. The actual amount you pay will depend upon your circumstances. The fee is up to 1%, but a typical fee is £499.

26/06/2026

After the scorching sun we've had this week we thought its only fair to leave you with a smoking hot review🔥

"We couldn't be happier with the service Ryan and Lauren provided while helping us secure our mortgage. From start to finish, they were professional, knowledgeable, and always happy to answer any questions we had. They made what could have been a stressful process feel straightforward and kept us updated every step of the way.

Their communication was excellent, and they went above and beyond to make sure we got the best outcome possible. We truly felt supported throughout the entire journey.

We would highly recommend Ryan and Lauren to anyone looking for mortgage advice. Thank you both for all your hard work and for helping us make our dream of owning a home a reality!"

A big thank you to Jamie for leaving us this one. You can find all our reviews on Google and Feefo.

Have a great weekend everyone and stay safe in the heat 🥵

25/06/2026

Your first Home starts with getting the right Mortgage advice

Buying your first home is really exciting—but it can also feel very overwhelming at times. 🏡

That’s where Firstxtra team comes in.

Our amazing team help first-time buyers navigate the mortgage maze with real confidence, turning your homeownership dream into reality.

✨ How Firstxtra helps first-time buyers:

• Initial meeting via teams or in our office
• Guidance about the entire buying process
• Access to over 90 mortgage lenders
• Help with understanding deposits, income allowed, affordability & rates
• Support with paperwork
• Applications submitted and chased through to completion
• Expert advice tailored to your situation
• Full advice on any suitable protection and home insurance requirements

With the right support, getting on the property ladder can be easier than you think.

💡 Whether you’re just starting to save or already house-hunting, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

📩 Speak to the Firstxtra team today and take your first step toward owning your home.

Check out our Google reviews to see why so many people choose us for their mortgage.

Important information - Your property may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.

There may be a fee for mortgage advice. The actual amount you pay will depend upon your circumstances. The fee is up to 1%, but a typical fee is £499.