Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mortgage Packager in Altrincham
3MC is an award-winning specialist mortgage desk for mortgage intermediaries, established in 1996. Founded from a family kitchen table, we have grown to a team of over 30 members operating from Altrincham, Manchester, serving over 3,000 broker clients. Our expertise spans Residential, Buy to Let, Bridging, and Commercial Mortgages, with a focus on providing brokers access to exclusive products and lender core ranges. We pride ourselves on our independent status, working directly with authorised intermediaries and appointed representatives.Our Mortgage Academy supports career development for new and progressing advisers. With over 28 years of experience, we offer specialist lending solutions, on-site lender underwriters, and a 60/40 commission split with no packager fee. Our commitment to transparency, client-centric service, and industry-leading partnerships ensures brokers receive tailored support for complex cases.
Services
Mortgage Packager
Introducer Service
3mcView Portal
Bridging Finance
Mortgage Academy
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 28 years of specialist mortgage expertise.
- We provide access to hundreds of packager-exclusive products.
- Our team includes on-site lender underwriters for faster processing.
- We guarantee a 25% introducer commission on gross revenue.
- Our Mortgage Academy supports broker career development.
Associations and certifications
- Financial Conduct Authority
What people say
Excellent communication
Positive experience
Helpful and professional
Complex cases handled
Repeat business recommended
Services
Mortgage Packager
Our mortgage packaging service enables brokers to access exclusive lender products and criteria. We provide comprehensive research, product comparisons, and competitive rate checks at formal offer stage. Brokers retain the advice process while benefiting from streamlined submissions and direct lender partnerships.
Introducer Service
The introducer service allows brokers to earn 25% gross revenue by referring clients. We handle the full advised recommendation process, ensuring repeat business benefits remain with the introducer. No cross-sell agreements apply beyond mortgages.
Bridging Finance
We offer bridging finance solutions with up to 75% LTV and competitive rates. Our services include unregulated bridging, refurbishment loans, and second-charge options, tailored for residential and commercial needs.
Commercial Mortgages
Our commercial mortgage services cater to mixed-use properties, portfolio landlords, and development projects. We provide access to exclusive lender products with flexible terms and dedicated underwriting support.
Mortgage Academy
The 3MC Mortgage Academy supports adviser career progression with training, resources, and mentorship. We focus on practical skills development and access to specialist lending knowledge for intermediaries at all career stages.
Questions
What packaging fees do you charge?
We charge £95 for residential and buy-to-let first-charge mortgages, and £495 for commercial and bridging cases. Fees are payable at application submission.
What is the introducer service commission?
We pay 25% gross of the overall revenue earned at completion, with repeat business revenue remaining with the introducer.
Do you offer on-site lender underwriters?
Yes, we have lender representatives on-site at our Altrincham office for faster processing and direct collaboration.
What mortgage networks are you affiliated with?
We work with Stonebridge, Sesame, The Right Mortgage Network, Homeloan Partnership, and The Dragon Network, among others.
How can brokers access your services?
Brokers can register via our 3mcView portal for 24/7 case tracking and direct access to our lender panel and exclusive products.
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Reviews (6)
Sid Khan
Nov 30, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Over a period of several months my application seemed to become progressively more complex. Doug and his team were tenacious and thorough in finding a lender and obtaining a mortgage offer. Extremely good service and even more cost effective via NRLA.
Over a period of several months my application seemed to become progressively more complex. Doug and his team were tenacious and thorough in finding a lender and obtaining a mortgage offer. Extremely good service and even more cost effective via NRLA.
Fel T.
Nov 26, 2021
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Leigh and Mollie are absolutely amazing!!!!! They are always available and they don't give up even when there are issues, they find a way to solve it. I have taken out more than 10 mortgages from them and they are excellent each time. Leigh is a lovely unique broker, he's so good and friendly. I have used several brokers in the past, Leigh definitely comes on top. Thank you Leigh, I appreciate your work, you and Mollie go beyond the call of duty to make sure your clients gets the best!
James Manvers
Oct 16, 2021
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Karl and Abby helped me with 2 mortgage offers simultaneously. They were very attentive, patient and professional throughout the whole process. Would 100% use again. Recommend A++
Vicky Licorish
Sep 14, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
We can not recommend Karl Tidman and 3MC highly enough.
Karl and his team steered us through a very choppy Covid period with professionalism and diligence. Karl was always available and his advice was invaluable.
We can not recommend Karl Tidman and 3MC highly enough.
Karl and his team steered us through a very choppy Covid period with professionalism and diligence. Karl was always available and his advice was invaluable.
Deirdre Jackson
Aug 01, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
I have worked with both Doug and Jess on a number of mortgages of varying types. They have both been excellent in their communications with me; responding quickly and effectively. I would definitely use them again and would definitely recommend this firm.
I have worked with both Doug and Jess on a number of mortgages of varying types. They have both been excellent in their communications with me; responding quickly and effectively. I would definitely use them again and would definitely recommend this firm.
Nigel Eadie
Jul 22, 2021
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Superb service from Abby Bray & Doug - a very informative & collaborative approach. An exceptional experience - having arranged 3 mortgages in quick succession. Really willing to explain the finer details and options, plus diligent follow up. I couldn't recommend this company any higher.
Superb service from Abby Bray & Doug - a very informative & collaborative approach. An exceptional experience - having arranged 3 mortgages in quick succession. Really willing to explain the finer details and options, plus diligent follow up. I couldn't recommend this company any higher.