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can a broker actually get a better deal for you than you can get yourself on the

high street?

I have no idea. in terms of interest rates or amount loaned or both?

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  • ACG
    ACG Posts: 24,991 Forumite
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    Depends on our circumstances. It also depends on how much research your prepared to do.

    There are deals available which will walk the floor with the high street. But likewise there are circumstances where the best deal you will get is on the high street and at best we will be able to match it.
    I am a Mortgage Adviser
    You should note that this site doesn't check my status as a mortgage adviser, so you need to take my word for it. This signature is here as I follow MSE's Mortgage Adviser Code of Conduct. Any posts on here are for information and discussion purposes only and shouldn't be seen as financial advice.
  • kingstreet
    kingstreet Posts: 39,464 Forumite
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    Sub 60% and "vanilla," DIY as you'll get the best deal direct.

    Any "sticky-outy" bits in the case make-up and a broker is probably going to find you the best amount, best rate, lowest fees, least hassle etc.
    I am a mortgage broker. You should note that this site doesn't check my status as a Mortgage Adviser, so you need to take my word for it. This signature is here as I follow MSE's Mortgage Adviser Code of Conduct. Any posts on here are for information and discussion purposes only and shouldn't be seen as financial advice. Please do not send PMs asking for one-to-one-advice, or representation.
  • Yorkie1
    Yorkie1 Posts: 12,793 Forumite
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    kingstreet wrote: »
    Sub 60% and "vanilla," DIY as you'll get the best deal direct.

    Any "sticky-outy" bits in the case make-up and a broker is probably going to find you the best amount, best rate, lowest fees, least hassle etc.

    Never thought of myself as "vanilla" before.

    *Wanders off, trying to get '50 Shades of Mortgage Grey' out of my head as an image ... * ;) :A
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