Adrian Collins

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November, 2017

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We did not see Adrian but his colleague Luke Spires who was very helpful.

Review from verified client

September, 2017

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

Having been let down at the last minute by our bank, we turned to Beechwood Mortgages and Adrian to help us to finance a "buy to let" property. Our financial circumstances are very complex involving my husband working for his own company, a variety of small investments, a part-time position with another employer but despite this, Adrian was able to find a suitable mortgage provider and re-mortgage provider.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

Adrian worked diligently and very efficiently in finding suitable funds for our buy to let purchase. He also had to cope with us being abroad for 3 weeks during the process! Adrian was extremely thorough in explaining what was required, even discovering an error made by our solicitors! We would always use his services in future.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, we were able to raise the funds needed successfully with Adrian's help as our circumstances meant that we were ineligible from the viewpoint of some mortgage providers.

What could they have done better?

I really cannot think of anything Beechwood Mortgages could have improved on! Their main difficulty was with us as clients owing to the complex nature of our finances/income etc.

Review from verified client

December, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

The fist time to do a buy to let mortgage and a new house as i was moving to anew area after getting married.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

Spent the time to understand what I was looking for and found it. He was straight forward to deal with not trying to sell you something.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes I got exactley what I wanted and have come back for a remortgage.

What could they have done better?

Nothing, I have recommend him to friends and family all have ended up using him.

Review from verified client

November, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

We wished to buy an unusual property - a pub that had recently closed and had been granted change of use to a residential property. In spite of this, the high-street lenders wouldn't touch it. They all felt that the building still had 'commercial ties' and were not interested in mortgaging it.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

Adrian sought out lenders with an open mind who could see the potential in the property that we saw. Within a couple of days he had found not one, but two willing lenders offering competitive interest rates.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, abosolutely!.

What could they have done better?

Adrian and his team were on top of things throughout the process. We couldn't have asked for better service.

Review from verified client

October, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

I needed advice on a remortgage.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

He gave me advice on the best deals with different lenders.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes.

What could they have done better?

Nothing. He gave me great advice which I was more than happy with

Review from verified client

October, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

My partner and I were first time buyers looking to get onto the property ladder.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

Adrian found the mortgage that best suited our needs. His service was very professional and having never had a mortgage before explained the terminology in a manner that was easy to understand for us both.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes without a doubt.

What could they have done better?

Nothing that immediately stands out, look forward to working again in the future!

Review from verified client

October, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

We were first time buyers and needed advice.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

He found us the best rate and guided us through the buying process, helping us at each stage.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Absolutely, it was great having somebody with such vast experience to reassure you through what is always a stressful time.

Review from verified client

September, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

I run my own business making obtaining a mortgae more complex so approached Adrian Collins at Beechwood Mortgages.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

Over a period of a few years, Adrian and his colleagues advised me about appropriate mortgages. Adrian was extremely helpful and understanding. I was very pleasantly surprised at how much time Adrian dedicated to the job and would recommend the company to all who are looking for a first time mortgage or simply for renewal.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, Adrian at Beechwood successfully arranged a mortgage and we are very happy living in our new house!.

What could they have done better?

My wife and I were extremely satisfied with the help Adrian and others at Beechwood gave us. There is nothing really that I can think of to improve the service that applies to us. Overall, I was very surprised at how little was charged on completion by Beeckwood Serivces to review the whole market and arrange a mortgage. Adrian has industry knowledge of which providers are likely to supply a mortgage to the self-emplyed/business owners and this is necessary for someone in my position. We'll be looking to renew our mortgage in the next few months and will definately be using Adrian and colleagues at Beechwood again!

Review from verified client

September, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

Wanted to remortgage our house.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

Adrian worked with us to understand budget and plans for the next few years, and then reviewed a number of possible mortgage options. Also reviewed our protection plans.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes.

What could they have done better?

Nothing significant. Have used Adrian's services for at least the last 15 years, and keep coming back whenever we need financial advice.

Review from verified client

September, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

I needed mortgage advice when purchasing and then renewing my mortgage.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

Adrian found the best deals and helped me sort out all the associated life insurance cover. He listened to and understood all my requirements, gave very clear, useful advice, and guided me through making my choices. The most important thing Adrian did was help me narrow down the choices to the best ones for my circumstances and make it all easy for me to understand.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, I definitely have the outcome I wanted. All my financial affairs with regard to my mortgage are organised and in place. I can't imagine ever buying a house or renewing my mortgage without Adrian's involvement!.

Review from verified client

September, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

I was looking to remortgage my existing property.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

Adrian was fantastic! My requirements were a little complicated due to my remortgage being tied to a divorce settlement.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Definitely! Adrian found me a mortgage that fitted all my needs but also one that financially I felt comfortable with. My lending criteria was complicated but he was able to overcome any problems and kept me fully informed and up to date throughout.

What could they have done better?

I honestly do not feel that Adrian could have done anything better. From the first meeting he made me feel at ease and was very understanding of the situation.

Review from verified client

September, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

To seek advice on mortgages.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

we were looking to sell our first home and to buy another property. It was a process we had never done before so had reached out to Adrian to seek some advice of the best way of moving forward. We met with Adrian to discuss what mortgages we could afford and which mortgage was the best route for us financially. Once we had explored all options and Adrian had pointed out the pro's and con's of each route, we had decided on a mortgage and Adrian helped us to get a mortgage in principle and then completed the full application on our behalf.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

The outcome had exceeded our expectations and we had been accepted on a mortgage in principle with no hassle. Adrian applied for the mortgage and chased the bank on our behalf so it was all very easy for us.

What could they have done better?

None that I can think of.

Review from verified client

August, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

To purchase a property.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

Made me aware of the packages that were available to obtain a suitable mortgage for myself.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes.

What could they have done better?

I feel he did his job and delivered on what I required.

Review from verified client

August, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

Downsizing and looking for a good purchase.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

Yes, he offered sound and sensible advice without any pressure to accept.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, definitely.

What could they have done better?

Nothing, he gave me the necessary information to allow me to make sound judgments

Review from verified client

August, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

Buying our first home.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

Advised us from start to finish and took care of sorting out all of the insurances that we needed. Always happy to explain things to me and his honest advise was just brilliant.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, we wouldn't of been able to achieve it without having Adrian's help and support.

Review from verified client

August, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

I needed a mortgage advisor because, as a business owner, my earnings are not straightforward to interpret by mortgage providers.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

Adrian found providers for me and advised me on the relative merits of the various offers.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, absolutely.

What could they have done better?

I can't think of anything else that he could have done better.

Review from verified client

August, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

Buying a house and re-morgaging.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

Adrian has been looking around for best deals for me based on my circumstances and helped me all the way through from choosing the right mortgage to completition.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

yes.

What could they have done better?

N/A

Review from verified client

August, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

Mortgage for a first time buy.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

Adrian helped us twice for getting our first mortgage and also for remortgaging.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, very pleased with the service.

What could they have done better?

I was happy with everything.

Review from verified client

August, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

I needed to change from a joint mortgage to single mortgage.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

Adrian has been nothing short of outstanding. He is knowledgable, efficient, thorough, understanding and highly professional. I have no problem with recommending him at the highest level. His service throughout has been invaluable to me. Nothing is too much trouble, changes or amendments can be made at short notice and the response time is phenomenal. I have no negatives at all, just a brilliant advisor.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Absolutely and then some!.

What could they have done better?

Other than providing me with a 0% mortgage rate I genuinely cannot think of any area that requires improvement. I was a mortgage moron when I went to Adrian, I put my full trust in him and he never once let me down. I have a great deal, with no stress or hassle, he has seen to everything and made the whole process, easy, clear and totally stress free.

Review from verified client

August, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

New mortgage - buying a property Buildings/contents/life cover.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

Researched and advised us our best options for a mortgage under our financial situation. Explained in understandable language each step of the process. Kept in touch regularly to keep us updated.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, good interest rate mortgage provided.

Review from verified client

August, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

I was looking for a mortgage and some advice on how much I could borrow and the best products out there at the time.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

Adrian, understood my circumstances straight away and explained very clearly how he would be able t help and what could possibly be achieved in terms of lending and insurances etc.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Adrian managed to obtain exactly what I required and I was extremely pleased with the mortgage recommendations he supplied. The mortgage suited my needs exactly and I wouldn't have been able to achieve this on my own. Very pleased with the end result and the friendly yet professional advice given.

Review from verified client

August, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

looking for new mortgage when moving house.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

good options, good advice, not hard sell.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

yes.

Review from verified client

August, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

I was seeking his advice regarding mortgages.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

yes, he did understand our needs perfectly and he managed to find a mortgage according to our deals.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

very happy and satisfied with his recommendations. the mortgage application was approved from one day to another.

What could they have done better?

the service provided was excellent

Review from verified client

August, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

We are first time buyers. Adrian had been recommended to us by a friend when we first started looking into the possibility of owning a house. We were privately renting at the time.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

We had little knowledge about the buying process so we relied on the information Adrian gave us. He's always thorough and approachable and responds to a enquiries very quickly. He's helped us pick a suitable mortgage provider, advised us throughout the whole buying process and ensured putting an offer in on a house, having secured an AIP, was as stress free as possible.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Our offer was accepted and within 24 hours, our formal mortgage application has been submitted. Adrian was fantastic and worked hard to push things through quickly, knowing we were going on holiday in a couple of days so needed to secure the mortgage prior to us leaving.

What could they have done better?

We are completely happy with the service Adrian provided.

Review from verified client

August, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

I initially was looking to buy my first house and get a mortgage, I have since renewed and changed my mortgage as the years have gone on. Additionally I have got insurance and protection to give me peace of mind.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

I have used Adrian for the last 12 years to provide me with sound financial advice on my mortgages and insurance protection. I would not go anywhere else. Adrian is friendly, approachable and explains your options really clearly so you can make an informed decision.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

I have always been very happy with the products I have taken out and never had any cause for complaint.

Review from verified client

August, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

Mortgage.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

Adrian has helped us for over 10 years with mortgages, remortgaging and buy to let mortgages along with life insurance cover.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Adrian gets it right every time for us as everything is tailored to meet our needs.

What could they have done better?

Adrian goes out of his way to ensure that we are looked after and that we feel valued as customers so there is nothing that he could have done better.

Review from verified client

August, 2016

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for an adviser?

Mortgages and remortgaged. Life insurance.

How has Adrian Collins helped you?

Adrian first acted for us when we bought our first house together in 2000. Since then Adrian has helped us for two house moves and many re mortgages. Adrian is a true professional. He understands our needs and our plans as well as our values and our aspirations. He is always friendly and willing to help. He is not pushy and is not a typical financial services sales man. He takes pride in his work and in helping his clients achieve their goals. In addition Adrian has always been able to secure great deals for us - and has helped us in our most recent move to borrow more than we thought we would be able to, enabling us to buy our ideal home. He does not encourage reckless borrowing but works with you to understand your finances and your priorities to assess what is possible. Adrian remains involved at all steps of the process. He is very quick to respond when issues arise. Indeed in our most recent move last year the money was arranged long before any of the easier steps in the process; with Adrian showing the other so called professionals in the chain an example of how things should be done. We have recommended Adrian to many of our friends and family and they have all, without exception, had the same positive experience and have been delighted with our recommendation. We would not dream of using anyone else and are pleased to have an opportunity to recommend Adrian and his team to a wider audience. If you are looking for a mortgage or life insurance product then there really is no one else better. It is not often that you can so confidently recommend someone, but we can safely do so with Adrian.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Always. See above!.