Jon Darlison - Mortgage Advisor

03/07/2026

📣 We have moved!! So proud to announce The Mortgage Expert is now part of Aitana Financial Services
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26/06/2026

Proud dad moment….. ⭐️

09/06/2026

💷 “How Much Deposit Do You Really Need Right Now?”

Still think you need a massive 20% deposit to buy a home?

That myth is older than your uncle’s ‘temporary’ garden shed. Right now, buyers are getting on the ladder with:

🔹 5% deposits (yep, still a thing)

🔹 10% deposits for better rates

🔹 15%+ deposits if you want lenders to roll out the red carpet.

With lenders tweaking criteria weekly, cashback popping up again, and incentives quietly returning…

Your actual deposit requirement might be way lower than you’ve been told.If you want the real numbers for your situation — not the internet rumours — I can break it down for you. 📲

13/05/2026

Another donation on its way to Burtonwood Bulldogs ARLFC 🙌 #

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13/05/2026

📉 — “Should You Wait for Rates to Fall?”

Short answer: Maybe. Long answer: It depends on your numbers…… Rates are edging down, but lenders are changing products weekly — sometimes daily.

Waiting might save you money… or it might mean missing a deal that fits your affordability right now.

The smart move? - Secure a deal early, then keep an eye on the market. If something better pops up before completion, you can switch.

No drama. No FOMO.

📲 07581 201323 Jon, The Mortgage Expert 👨🏻‍💻

11/05/2026

💡 Poor Credit? No Problem. Solution-Based Mortgage Advice That Actually Helps

If your credit score looks like it’s been through a washing machine…
Relax. You’re not alone, and you’re definitely not out of options.

A solution‑based advisor doesn’t judge your past.
They build a plan for your future.

Here’s what that looks like:

🧩 Problem: “I’ve been declined before — I’m scared to try again.”

Solution: A soft‑search strategy that avoids unnecessary footprints and finds lenders who match your situation, not some imaginary perfect borrower.

🏡 The truth?
Poor credit doesn’t mean no mortgage.
It means the right mortgage, with the right strategy, from someone who knows where to look.

📲 07581 201323 Jon, The Mortgage Expert 👨🏻‍💻

09/05/2026

💡 Poor Credit? No Problem. Solution-Based Mortgage Advice That Actually Helps

If your credit score looks like it’s been through a washing machine…
Relax. You’re not alone, and you’re definitely not out of options.

A solution‑based advisor doesn’t judge your past.
They build a plan for your future.

Here’s what that looks like:

🧩 Problem: “My score is holding me back — I don’t know where to start.”

Solution: A personalised credit improvement plan that boosts your profile while we explore what’s possible right now. Two tracks, one goal: approval.

🏡 The truth?
Poor credit doesn’t mean no mortgage.
It means the right mortgage, with the right strategy, from someone who knows where to look.

📲 07581 201323 Jon, The Mortgage Expert 👨🏻‍💻

07/05/2026

💡 Poor Credit? No Problem. Solution-Based Mortgage Advice That Actually Helps

If your credit score looks like it’s been through a washing machine…
Relax. You’re not alone, and you’re definitely not out of options.

A solution‑based advisor doesn’t judge your past.
They build a plan for your future.

Here’s what that looks like:

🧩 Problem: “I’ve had CCJs or defaults. Surely that’s game over.”

Solution: Not even close. With the right adverse credit mortgage, timing strategy, and documentation, you can still get on the ladder. Your past doesn’t get to boss your future around.

🏡 The truth?
Poor credit doesn’t mean no mortgage.
It means the right mortgage, with the right strategy, from someone who knows where to look.

📲 07581 201323 Jon, The Mortgage Expert 👨🏻‍💻

04/05/2026

💡 Poor Credit? No Problem. Solution-Based Mortgage Advice That Actually Helps

If your credit score looks like it’s been through a washing machine…

Relax. You’re not alone, and you’re definitely not out of options.

A solution‑based advisor doesn’t judge your past.

They build a plan for your future.

Here’s what that looks like:

🧩 Problem: “My credit score is low — no lender will touch me.”

Solution: A tailored route through specialist lenders who do work with missed payments, defaults, and bumps in the road. It’s not about perfection — it’s about placement.

🏡 The truth?
Poor credit doesn’t mean no mortgage.
It means the right mortgage, with the right strategy, from someone who knows where to look.

📲 07581 201323 Jon, The Mortgage Expert 👨🏻‍💻

01/05/2026

💡 Solution-Based Mortgage Advice: Because Your Life Isn’t “One Size Fits All”

Most people think a mortgage advisor just finds you a rate.
Cute idea… but wildly wrong.

A great advisor solves problems you didn’t even know had solutions.

Here’s what solution-based advice actually looks like:

🧩 Problem: “My payments have shot up.”

Solution: A tailored remortgage review that could reduce monthly costs, lock in stability, or restructure your term so your budget can breathe again.

🧩 Problem: “I want to move, but I can’t afford the jump.”

Solution: Explore porting options or creative affordability strategies that make the move possible without financial gymnastics.

🧩 Problem: “I’m stuck on a variable rate and it’s stressing me out.”

Solution: A personalised stability plan—whether that’s fixing, tracking, or a hybrid approach—based on your goals, not guesswork.

🧩 Problem: “I want to help my kids buy, but I’m not made of money.”

Solution: Modern family-friendly options like joint borrower setups, gifted deposits, or controlled equity release strategies.

🏡 The point?

Your mortgage shouldn’t be a headache.
It should be a tool.
And the right advice turns it into a solution machine.

📲 07581 201323 Jon, The Mortgage Expert 👨🏻‍💻