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Laying Foundations for the Future... We’re proud to announce the launch of our brand-new digital client hub at Marquis Court, Team Valley a major milestone in the growth journey of First Mortgage This state-of-the-art space enhances how we serve clients across the UK, while staying true to our North East roots. It complements our high street branches in Newcastle, Sunderland, Dunston, and Chester-le-Street, giving customers even more flexibility in how they access our award-winning, fee free mortgage advice. With space to welcome 35 new team members and a dedicated training academy launching in 2026, this new hub is more than an office it’s a long-term investment in our people, our service, and our future. From humble beginnings during the financial crash to being named a Top Mortgage Employer 2025, we’re incredibly grateful to our amazing team, loyal clients, and supportive partners who’ve been part of this journey. Special thanks to the following companies for their work & services in delivering our new digital hub. Dan Henderson Approved Fire Doors Franke Home Solutions Angela Brown James Dobson Naturewall Philip Brown Farrow & Ball Steve Ellithorn Office Boffins Furniture Clinic Craig Cavanagh Philip McGuire Ben Riley

Last Friday we celebrated World Mental Health Day 2025. Our First Mortgage team came together across all our branches to support Mental Health Matters, raising awareness of mental health and the importance of talking, listening, and looking out for one another The team all donated to wear GREEN a small gesture with a big message. Each of our offices also created Positive Walls, filled with handwritten affirmations and kind words from colleagues to colleagues because you never know how much someone might need a boost. Why is this important? Because poor mental health costs UK businesses between £42 billion and £51 billion every year through sickness absence, presenteeism, and staff turnover. But beyond the numbers, it's about people and making sure everyone feels seen, supported, and safe. Let’s keep the conversation going, not just today, but every day. If you’re struggling, please reach out. You are not alone. #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters #ItsOkNotToBeOk #TeamGreen #PositiveVibes #FirstMortgage #SupportEachOther #MentalHealthAwareness #WellbeingAtWork Philip McGuire Ben Riley Pamela Bradshaw Graham Hickey Penny McGuire Stephen Dagg Christopher Adams Chlöe Bennison Jorgia Strong Diane McDonough Kim H. Beverly Laverick Wendy Cortis Jo Barrass

WINNING TEAM REVEAL! (See Video) The winning team on our football card is… IPSWICH! Huge congratulations to Sally Peck, who has won 2 tickets in The Barracks for NUFC vs Nottingham Forest this Sunday, 5th October! We’ll be in touch to send your tickets to you soon. But the REAL winners are the amazing children supported by Heel and Toe Children's Charity thanks to your generosity, we raised a fantastic £1,000! Thank you to everyone who got involved and supported this great cause. Philip McGuire Ben Riley Penny McGuire Pamela Bradshaw Graham Hickey Jorgia Strong Paul Hampton Mark Taylor Francesco Di Pietro Peter Hodgson Caroline Nevin Amanda Tweedy Kirsty Hutton Naomi Joseph Stephen Harrison Jessica Nall Mark Burdis Lee Scorfield

Thanks to Dave Grieves and the team at Ads Direct Ltd for our mobile ad campaign for the Newcastle United Football Club vs Arsenal match last Sunday. The First Mortgage brand proudly on display across the city centre and outside St James Park. We would highly recommend working with Dave it was all very easy from booking to completing the artwork. Philip McGuire Ben Riley Graham Hickey Penny McGuire Pamela Bradshaw Mick Wilkinson CeMAP- Diploma Diane McDonough Chlöe Bennison Jorgia Strong Georgia Graham Nichola Bruford Lee Scorfield Mark Burdis Kris Luther Christopher Adams

***UPDATED CARD IN COMMENTS*** WIN 2 CORPORATE TICKETS to Newcastle United vs Nottingham Forest! Sunday 5th October – The Barracks Hospitality Area (Worth £500!) We're raising £1,000 for the amazing Heel and Toe Children's Charity – and YOU can help make a difference… while being in with a chance to watch the match in style! These aren’t just any tickets – this is corporate hospitality for a sold-out home game. With tickets hard to come by, £10 per team is a small price for an unbelievable experience. £10 = 1 team on the football card Winner gets the pair of corporate tickets! 100% of proceeds go to Heel & Toe, helping children with disabilities across the North East Please comment or message below to grab your team. Feel free to share amongst your networks #NUFC #CharityFundraiser #HeelAndToe #NewcastleUnited #ToonArmy #FootballForGood Ben Riley Philip McGuire Graham Hickey Penny McGuire Pamela Bradshaw Caroline Nevin Kirsty Hutton Amanda Tweedy Mick Wilkinson CeMAP- Diploma

We had a great day on Friday for our First Mortgage & First Finance Group Golf Day at Whickham Golf Club! ⛳ Proud to host our charity golf day in support of Heel and Toe Children's Charity – and what a day it was! With 11 teams taking part, the competition was strong, the wind made it a little challenging on the course. We’re thrilled to share that we raised over £3,400 on the day! 🏆 Congratulations to our Team Winners: Richard Reed Solicitors – an excellent round, winning by 4 points! Individual Prizes: Longest Drive: Craig Cavanagh from Furniture Clinic Closest to the Pin: Bryan Levey A huge thank you to everyone who supported the event by entering a team, sponsoring a hole, and Mortgage Advice Bureau for being our event sponsors. Clive Owen LLP GOTO Group firstmortgage.co.uk Mortgage Advice Bureau Guardian Life True Solicitors Pepper Money UK James Duffy Francesco Di Pietro Aidan McCaffery AMC Chartered Surveyors & Property Consultants Philip McGuire Ben Riley Jacksons. Daniel Tumilty Chlöe Bennison Caroline Nevin Amanda Tweedy Kirsty Hutton Phil Moir Laura Kerry Alex Willis Lewis Boakes

Some of our team enjoyed a great day on Tuesday when they attended Progressive Legal Solutions Golf Day at Beamish Park Golf Club. Thanks to Shaun & Rob for organising and making sure the day went well, weather was perfect, only downside our team score! Most importantly they raised over £2000 for Heel and Toe Children's Charity. Philip McGuire Ben Riley Graham Hickey Caroline Nevin Kirsty Hutton Pamela Bradshaw Stephen Dagg Christopher Adams Chlöe Bennison

We're hiring for new, exceptional candidates to be part of our amazing team here at First Mortgage. Through continued growth of the business, we're excited to be opening a new location on the Team Valley, Gateshead with the aim of offering even more bespoke client advice with our fee-free, multi-award winning, 5-star service. If you or anyone you know is looking for a role to thrive in with strong support, leading tech and a fantastic culture then please apply or share. https://lnkd.in/eAyXfn8x Philip McGuire Ben Riley Pamela Bradshaw Penny McGuire Christopher Adams Stephen Dagg Chlöe Bennison Graham Hickey #recruitment #mortgageadviser #ukproperty #mortgagebroker #northeast

Just over 2 weeks until our First Mortgage & First Finance Group Golf Day. The aim of our event is to raise money for the fantastic Heel and Toe Children's Charity. Special thanks to our event sponsors Mortgage Advice Bureau for their support. We have 3 team spaces available if you would still like to get involved - * Friday 12th September - Tee offs from 1pm * Whickham Golf Club * £200 per team of 4 inc bacon rolls, teas & coffees and meal afterwards Please drop Graham an email or message if you would like more details Philip McGuire Ben Riley Caroline Nevin Stephen Dagg Christopher Adams Chlöe Bennison Penny McGuire Amanda Macdonald Dionne Lambert Jorgia Strong Mick Wilkinson CeMAP- Diploma