At Strive, we’re here to help you navigate the fast-paced property market with confidence. Whether you’re buying your first home, moving to a larger property, or expanding your investment portfolio, our expert team provides tailored mortgage advice to suit your needs.
We believe professional mortgage advice should be accessible to all. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, a homeowner looking to remortgage, or a landlord searching for the best buy-to-let deal, we’re here to guide you. As an independent mortgage adviser, we have access to a wide range of lenders, ensuring you get the most competitive mortgage for your situation. Our priority is finding the right deal for you by understanding your goals and securing the best terms available.
Barking is an up-and-coming area in East London, known for its diverse community, affordable housing, and excellent transport links. Living in Barking offers a blend of urban living and suburban calm, with easy access to the city while enjoying the benefits of more open spaces and a growing number of amenities. The nearby Barking Riverside and the River Thames offer scenic views and outdoor activities, adding to the area’s appeal.
With a mix of local markets, independent shops, and new developments, Barking is evolving into a vibrant neighbourhood. Families are drawn to its range of schools and the sense of community, making it a welcoming place for all. Additionally, Barking’s transport connections, including the Overground and Underground lines, make commuting to central London quick and convenient. Its ongoing regeneration and potential for future growth make Barking an exciting place to live.
We’re a team of friendly, down-to-earth, and dedicated professional brokers with extensive experience in residential and buy-to-let mortgages across the whole market. Our business thrives on referrals and word of mouth, and we’re proud to put exceptional service at the heart of everything we do. This commitment has earned us over 200 5-star reviews on Google and Trustpilot.
We conduct most of our appointments via phone or video call, ensuring a convenient and personalised experience for our clients.
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Whatever stage you’re at, it’s never too early to reach out.
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Buying your first home is a significant milestone, but understanding mortgage options can be overwhelming. At Strive Mortgages, we specialize in first-time buyer mortgages, ensuring you access the best rates and deals available. From helping you determine affordability to guiding you through the application and approval process, our mortgage advisors make homeownership more achievable. We also help you explore government schemes and lender incentives designed to support first-time buyers in securing an affordable mortgage.
If your current mortgage deal is ending, or you want to release equity from your property, remortgaging could be the right option. At Strive Mortgages, we compare thousands of mortgage products across the market to find lower interest rates, improved terms, and more flexible repayment options. Whether you want to reduce your monthly payments, consolidate debts, or switch lenders, our expert mortgage brokers will find the most suitable remortgage deal for your needs, saving you time and money.
We work with first-time and portfolio landlords to help them secure finance for their next property deal. Buy-to-let mortgage affordability criteria is more stringent than ever, putting a strain on rental margins. Our team of experienced buy-to-let mortgage advisers will assess your financial situation and goals to come up with a solution, including purchasing properties through a Limited Company to offset mortgage interest costs.
Moving home is a big decision, and choosing the right mortgage is just as important as finding the perfect property. At Strive Mortgages, we help home movers explore all available mortgage options, whether that means porting your existing mortgage or securing a new, more competitive deal. Whether you’re upsizing, downsizing, or relocating for work, our mortgage advisors handle the entire mortgage process, ensuring a smooth transition to your next home.
If you’re looking to rent out your current property while purchasing a new home, a let-to-buy mortgage can help you make that transition. This option allows you to keep your existing home as a rental property while securing a new mortgage for your next purchase. Our London mortgage brokers will guide you through lender criteria, affordability checks, and rental yield considerations to ensure you secure the right mortgage while maximizing your investment potential.
Being self-employed shouldn’t be a barrier to homeownership. Traditional lenders often have strict criteria, making it difficult for freelancers, contractors, and business owners to secure a mortgage. At Strive Mortgages, we specialize in self-employed mortgage solutions, working with lenders who understand complex income structures. Whether you have fluctuating earnings, dividend income, or limited trading history, we’ll help you secure a mortgage tailored to your financial circumstances.
A mortgage is a long-term financial responsibility, and protecting yourself and your loved ones is essential. At Strive Mortgages, we offer expert advice on mortgage protection, including life insurance, critical illness cover, and income protection. Our advisors help you find the right policies to safeguard your home and finances, providing peace of mind that your mortgage is covered in the event of unexpected life changes.
Whatever stage you’re at, it’s never too early to reach out.
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Properties around Barking had an overall average price of £375,151 over the last year.
The majority of sales around Barking during the last year were terraced properties, selling for an average price of £416,703. Flats sold for an average of £237,156, with semi-detached properties fetching £478,073.
Overall, sold prices around Barking over the last year were similar to the previous year and 5% up on the 2021 peak of £356,937.
Outstanding service and clear communication are at the core of what we do. But don’t just take our word for it—read firsthand experiences from our clients and discover why they rate us a 5-star mortgage broker.
You can rely on us for trustworthy, impartial advice and a high level of service that goes beyond just mortgage advice. We are here to stand by your side throughout the property-buying process to provide reassurance and save you time and hassle.
Our only motivation is your best interests, so you can be confident of getting a competitive deal that is within your comfort zone. Contact us today to get the ball rolling.
Jamie is our founder & most experienced broker. He began his journey in financial services during the credit crunch and has since gained a wealth of knowledge from the ups and downs of the property market. His passion for the industry and commitment to delivering an unrivalled customer service experience led him to establish Strive.
His “yes can do” attitude and love for the industry has made him determined to help as many people as possible achieve their home ownership aspirations and provide them with access to clear, transparent mortgage advice.
Jamie specialises in residential mortgages, buy-to-let mortgages, and complex finance deals.
Jamie is our founder & most experienced broker. He began his journey in financial services during the credit crunch and has since gained a wealth of knowledge from the ups and downs of the property market. His passion for the industry and commitment to delivering an unrivalled customer service experience led him to establish Strive.
His “yes can do” attitude and love for the industry has made him determined to help as many people as possible achieve their home ownership aspirations and provide them with access to clear, transparent mortgage advice.
Jamie specialises in residential mortgages, buy-to-let mortgages, and complex finance deals.
It doesn’t matter what stage you’re at, we’re here to help. Whether you’ve already had an offer accepted on a property or you need advice on your deposit and how much you can borrow, reach out to us today.
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Strive Mortgages is rated 5 out of 5 based on 203 Google Reviews.
Strive Mortgages Ltd is an appointed representative of PRIMIS Mortgage Network, a trading Name of Personal Touch Financial Services Ltd. Personal Touch Financial Services Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
The guidance contained within this website is subject to the UK regulatory regime and is therefore primarily targeted at consumers based in the UK.
YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE.
Strive Mortgages Ltd. 45 Albemarle Street, 3rd Floor, Mayfair, London W1S 4JL.
Company registration number 14076989. Registered in England & Wales.
We are committed to providing a professional service to all our customers.
If you are unhappy then we want to hear about it so we can try to put things right. With this in mind, we have the following complaints procedure in place.
You can make a complaint by any reasonable means including telephone, letter, or email.
Our contact information:
• Write to: 19 Goldsmid Road, Hove, BN3 1QA
• Telephone: 01273 002697
• Email: [email protected]
If you prefer, you can also refer your complaint to PRIMIS directly using the following contact details:
• Write to – PRIMIS Mortgage Network, Customer Resolution Team, Ground Floor, Birmingham Business Park, B37 7YT.
• Telephone: 0121 767 1139
• Email: [email protected]
You can also complain via their website: https://www.primis.co.uk/home/customers/complaints/. The same section of the website contains more information about PRIMIS’ role in complaints handling and about how Appointed Representative relationships work.45 Albemarle Street, 3rd Floor, Mayfair, London W1S 4JL
