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Fee-Free Mortgage Advice for First-Time Buyers
At Grove Mortgages, we provide fee-free mortgage advice for first-time buyers, helping you understand how much you can borrow, what deposit you need, and which lenders are most likely to approve your application. Buying your first home can feel complicated, but the right guidance makes the process much easier.
Our advisers compare mortgages from a wide range of lenders and guide you through every step – from your first affordability check to getting the keys to your new home.
Whether you’re just starting to explore buying your first property, a second home, looking to remortgage or invest in a buy-to-let property, we’re here to help.
HAVE YOU CONSIDERED:
- How much you can borrow?
- How much deposit you need to put down?
- Any extra costs?
- Household budgets?
- Navigating the house buying process?
- Using a solicitor?
EXCELLENT Based on 47 reviews Posted on Elizabeth VenetiaFebruary 26, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Best brokers I have ever used! Steven has been incredibly helpful all the way along the journey - we explored a couple of non standard houses (with land) and Steven worked out every option available to us 👍. Will absolutely use again in the future if we ever move, couldnt reccomend more highly.Posted on LouFebruary 26, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service, found best product and would recommendPosted on AlexFebruary 26, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Yeess!!!! Best in the market!! Is like having your best friend that truly cares for your best interests to do your mortgage. You can’t go wrong with them! Hi5 to Brian and the team⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Posted on Grimm ReppyFebruary 26, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Grove mortgages were absolutely brilliant explained everything and made it a stress free process. Scott & StacyPosted on Mark LangleyFebruary 4, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What can I say? I first met Brian after being referred to him and Grove Mortgages by many people in a Facebook group. My case wasn’t straightforward, having spent many years abroad, but Brian and the entire team were fantastic from start to finish. They consistently found solutions, went the extra mile, and kept everything moving when it mattered most. It was an absolute pleasure working with them, and I honestly can’t speak highly enough of the service we received. Thank you for helping me and my family secure our dream home! I would recommend them to anyone that needs helps with getting a mortgage and advice on these matters.Posted on Robyn TravisJanuary 5, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Working with Steven at Grove Mortgages was a fantastic experience. No question was too small for him—he was patient, proactive, and always kept us in the loop. He made a complex process feel easy. I can’t recommend them highly enough!Posted on Bethan WhitrickDecember 19, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Grove Mortgages helped us with re-mortgaging our property and were fantastic from start to finish. Both Steven and Brian are a pleasure to speak with, incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. Steven took the time to explain different options available to us, and was very prompt with call backs and email replies. I would recommend these guys to anybody, and will be using them again in the future. Thanks!Posted on Natalie LovettOctober 19, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great advice and service from Grove mortgages, they helped us quickly arrange a new mortgage and were really easy to deal with.Posted on Seamus ConwayOctober 16, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great experience all round! We're FTB so having everyone at Grove Mortgages help us along the way was super helpful! Always super responsive and never kept us waiting.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
How Much Can First-Time Buyers Borrow?
How Much Deposit Do First-Time Buyers Need?
Why Use a Fee-Free Mortgage Broker?
Lenders calculate how much you can borrow based on your income, deposit, credit history and monthly commitments. Many first-time buyers can borrow around 4–4.5 times their annual income, although this varies between lenders.
Our advisers can run affordability checks with multiple lenders to find the mortgage most likely to be approved.
Most lenders require a minimum 5% deposit, although putting down a larger deposit can improve your mortgage options and reduce your interest rate.
We help first-time buyers understand which lenders accept lower deposits and which schemes may help you buy sooner – fee free!
Using a mortgage broker can significantly improve your chances of being approved for a mortgage.
We help by:
Comparing mortgages from multiple lenders
Matching you with lenders likely to approve your application
Managing paperwork and applications
Explaining the process clearly
Supporting you through to completion
Our advice for first-time buyers is completely fee-free, meaning you get expert support without paying broker fees.