Business Details
14 Years
experience
Client First
We support hundreds of families annually in creating their ideal homes, managing various projects ranging from small extensions to elaborate grand designs. The Mayflower Team members have comprehensive knowledge of the entire construction process, from start to finish. Our extensive experience and expertise in finance products for the self-build market are second to none, complemented by our unique self-build offerings.
Services
Self Build Mortgages
Renovation Mortgages
Bridging Finance
Barn Conversion Mortgages
Development Finance
Served areas
- UK Wide
Details
- Year established: 2012
- Licensed
- Insured
Highlights and features
- We offer over a decade of specialist mortgage experience tailored to self-build projects.
- Our team includes self-builders who understand the unique challenges of construction finance.
- We provide exclusive mortgage products unavailable elsewhere in the market.
- We deliver free industry-leading procurement software and cash-flow forecasting tools.
- Our strategic partnerships include the National Custom and Self Build Association.
Associations and certifications
- Financial Conduct Authority
What people say
Excellent all the way through
Super straightforward
Highly recommend
Easy and great to deal with
Could not recommend enough
Services
Self Build Mortgages
Specialist financing for custom-built homes, offering flexible funding aligned with project timelines. Our self-build mortgages support projects from modest extensions to grand designs, with staged payments matching construction phases. Clients benefit from exclusive products, expert guidance, and partnerships with industry leaders to streamline the building process.
Barn Conversion Mortgages
Tailored funding for transforming agricultural buildings into residential properties. These mortgages accommodate Class Q conversions and permitted developments, with valuations based on completed property value. We provide specialist advice to navigate planning requirements and secure competitive financing for rural regeneration projects.
Development Finance
Capital solutions for residential and commercial property developments, including single-unit builds and large-scale projects. Our development finance options offer flexible terms, staged drawdowns, and expert support to manage complex schemes. Clients access exclusive lenders and bespoke structuring to maximise project viability.
Bridging Finance
Flexible interim funding for time-sensitive opportunities, including auction purchases and chain breaks. Our bridging loans provide rapid approval and flexible exit strategies, with competitive rates for secured applicants. We specialise in bespoke solutions for complex scenarios requiring swift financial resolution.
Renovation Mortgages
Finance options for property upgrades and extensions, calculated based on post-renovation value. These mortgages support major refurbishments, with staged funding aligned to project milestones. Clients receive expert guidance on lender criteria and valuation processes to ensure seamless funding for home improvements.
People
Mike
Director
Co-founder with 5 years' mortgage broking experience prior to establishing Mayflower. Combined industry expertise with personal self-build challenges to create specialist finance solutions.
Lulu
Director
Co-founder who identified market gaps during her own self-build journey. Developed training programs and strategic partnerships to enhance Mayflower's service offerings for self-builders.
Glenn Chandler
Mortgage Advisor
Experienced advisor praised for straightforward service and rapid offer processing. Provides dedicated support throughout mortgage applications, maintaining clear communication with clients.
Michelle
Mortgage Specialist
Expert in guiding clients through self-build mortgage processes, offering clear explanations and document preparation assistance. Recognised for attentive support from application to completion.
Questions
What mortgage options are available for self-build projects?
We offer specialist self-build mortgages with staged payments aligned to construction phases, including exclusive products unavailable elsewhere in the market.
How can I secure funding for a barn conversion?
Our barn conversion mortgages accommodate Class Q and permitted developments, with valuations based on completed property value and flexible financing terms.
Do you provide financing for property renovations?
Yes, our renovation mortgages provide funds based on your property's end value, supporting extensions and major refurbishments with staged funding options.
What support exists for first-time self-builders?
We offer free resources including build cost calculators, procurement software, and a 100,000-word self-build encyclopaedia to guide first-time builders.
How do your exclusive mortgage products benefit clients?
Our exclusive products provide access to competitive rates, unique terms, and cash-back schemes unavailable through other brokers, saving clients thousands.
What happens during the initial consultation?
The initial call provides mortgage eligibility insights, borrowing capacity assessment, and project feasibility analysis, with instant access to our Self Build Savers Solution.
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Reviews (14)
Dan Pearce
Mar 20, 2024
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Michelle has successfully navigated us through the self build mortgage process, including 2 separate applications following disappointment with a nil-valuation of the first where we were shocked! She was always very calm, knowledgeable, friendly, and always available on email or phone whenever we needed her. She did all of the heavy lifting with our application to make sure it was successful, always interacting with the lenders to understand their needs and wants.
We have gone through numerous solicitors as we changed lender and current solicitors didn't meet the needs of the new lender, but Michelle was always able to recommend an alternate and helped coordinate and communicate through to success. Incredible value for your next self build and I thoroughly recommend Mayflower and Michelle.
We have gone through numerous solicitors as we changed lender and current solicitors didn't meet the needs of the new lender, but Michelle was always able to recommend an alternate and helped coordinate and communicate through to success. Incredible value for your next self build and I thoroughly recommend Mayflower and Michelle.
Emily Miller
Feb 26, 2024
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Michelle was excellent in identifying our needs and finding a product that suited us perfectly. She really took the time to listen to what was important to us and made us feel supported and reassured. We are so grateful to Michelle and so pleased with our new Mortgage arrangement which is slightly different to your standard request! Thank you Michelle - we look forward to being in touch at the end of our deal - we wish we had known of you years ago!
Phil Leng
Feb 14, 2024
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When we couldn't secure a self build mortgage in Scotland through other brokers we approached Mayflower. Michelle's service was superb and she secured a suitable, well priced product for us to enable us to move ahead with our project. Her advice and assistance through the mortgage process and advice on other aspects of self build insurance and structural warranties was spot on. Couldn't recommend highly enough.
James Knox
Aug 08, 2023
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Thank you Michelle at Mayflower! Amazing service with our self-build mortgage. Michelle was brilliant and proactive from the get go, went above and beyond chasing the lender and even my solicitor. Managed to complete within 7 weeks of obtaining planning permission which was critical to our CSTP purchase obligations. Would not hesitate to recommend
Susan Parsons
Jun 19, 2023
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I can't recommend Mayflower highly enough! Outstanding service in every way. Glenn was extremely helpful and kept me informed at all times. I never felt out of touch through the whole process, which was very important for me personally. So pleased that our mortgage (which was by no means a straight forward type) has recently completed successfully and we will definitely be using Mayflower again on future projects and will happily recommend to friends and family.
Tracey Eastham
Jan 15, 2023
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We had gone through another mortgage advisor before working with Marc at Mayflower. We had been let down and disappointed with a seemingly unmortgagable new-build house. Although we encountered issues (the fault of certain banks) Marc saw it through and got us on a standard home mortgage. He worked diligently and with fortitude when I had lost hope. He was very knowledgeable and understood our situation and provided a very satisfactory result for us. Correspondence was clear and prompt and he had an excellent attention to detail. I would not hesitate to recommend Marc at Mayflower, especially if you have a non-standard house.
Tommy Chapman
Oct 06, 2022
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The team at Mayflower have been so easy and great to deal with, keeping me updated at every step along the way. Glenn in particular who I dealt with mainly made the process simple and reacted to all my questions and concerns without delay. I will certainly be recommending then to whoever is in the market for a self-build Mortgage. Thanks again. Tom & Donna
Marie Von Wurzbach
May 01, 2022
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Marc at Mayflower has been so helpful and supportive. Mayflower take the complexities away of applying for a self build mortgage, explaining and supporting every step of the way!
Balavinayak Mohankumar
Apr 17, 2022
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We contacted Michelle from Mayflower Mortgages for a self build project. The prospect of self build was quite daunting. We were quite naive and anxious about the finance if we could achieve what we had initially aimed for. This was a new territory for us but Michelle was very knowledgeable and was able to explain in simple terms what the process involved and what she can deliver right from the onset.
She did a fantastic job in securing the offer for us and worked relentlessly to keep the mortgage process moving forward as we were rushed for a deadline to start building works. She was always available at the end of a phone to discuss any queries from us. She is very friendly, always willing to help and go the extra mile. We will definitely use Michelle at Mayflower Mortgages again and would highly recommend for their expertise and first class service.
She did a fantastic job in securing the offer for us and worked relentlessly to keep the mortgage process moving forward as we were rushed for a deadline to start building works. She was always available at the end of a phone to discuss any queries from us. She is very friendly, always willing to help and go the extra mile. We will definitely use Michelle at Mayflower Mortgages again and would highly recommend for their expertise and first class service.
Luke MacKay-Morris
Feb 06, 2022
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When things looked particularly challenging with financing our self build having hit issues with our first lender, we all but thought our self build dream was over. HOWEVER, we found Mayflower Mortgage and Finance. Mike was on hand to provide clarity and guidance, he found and secured a far better mortgage and worked tirelessly to get the application through to completion. His level of service and assistance was frankly outstanding. Huge thanks.
Adam McGill
Nov 01, 2021
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I cannot rate the team at Mayflower high enough - Mike and his colleagues handled my application with total professionalism and persistence. My application was for a significant sum, and being self employed naturally added to the complexities. Mike secured multiple offers, and saw the application with the chosen lender through, keeping in contact at all times. A huge amount of the stress of the project was borne by Mike and his team, and truly, without their input, I cannot see that I would have secured the funding for my self-build.
Martin Bussiere
Feb 13, 2021
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It was a pleasure to work with Mike. The quality of his services exceeded all my expectations. Mike was extremely responsive and accommodating through it all. His expertise in the industry made the whole process feel trivial, and we ended up getting a good deal very much ahead of schedule. I couldn't recommend his services any higher. Thank you!
Michael Ashton
Dec 04, 2020
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Mike was absolutely great to speak to. He's extremely knowledgeable but clear and down to earth. He clearly has a very good grasp of how the whole market works, is well connected and very generous with his time. Highly recommended. Mike
Base
Nov 20, 2020
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Words cannot describe how professional and quick this company is at getting the mortgage illustrations and details to us. We took the decision to use Mayflower after waiting weeks with for RBS to respond to any of our queries, and providing the same information over and over again, we nearly gave up. Thankfully Mayflower have a secure online portal so all the documents are easy to upload and access. Can't recommend them enough.