Comparing mortgages is not the same as securing the best one: here’s how a digital mortgage broker works

When you start looking for a mortgage, comparing offers may seem like enough to make a sound financial decision. However, there is an important difference that often goes unnoticed: comparing mortgages is not the same as negotiating a mortgage.

A mortgage comparison tool simply displays offers, whereas aFinance acts as a mortgage broker, negotiating on your behalf to secure the best terms based on your financial profile. 

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1- Differences between a comparison tool, a bank and a mortgage broker

Although they are often used interchangeably, the reality is that they serve very different purposes:

Mortgage comparison tools help you view mortgage offers, but they do not show the actual terms you may be able to secure. Banks, on the other hand, market their own financial products, operating in line with their commercial interests. By contrast, a mortgage broker such as aFinance takes a comprehensive approach and achieves a high success rate.

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2- What is a mortgage broker and how can they negotiate with banks to secure better mortgage terms?

A mortgage broker is an intermediary who negotiates with banks on your behalf to secure better mortgage terms. At aFinance, we assess your financial profile, select the most suitable lenders and negotiate interest rates, fees and product-linked requirements. By handling a high volume of applications, we gain access to preferential terms that neither comparison tools nor customers approaching banks directly can necessarily obtain. Our team of experts has in-depth knowledge of the market, allowing us to improve on standard offers and optimise the final outcome.

Furthermore, as a digital mortgage broker, we use the latest technology and data analysis to provide faster processing that is more accurate and efficient.

The goal is not simply to compare mortgages, but to secure the best mortgage for you through a fully digital process:

• We thoroughly assess your financial profile to identify which lenders may offer you the best terms.
• We prepare your documentation. Poorly organised documentation can jeopardise an application and lead to rejection, even when the applicant has a genuine chance of being approved. That is why, in complex cases, it is not just the documentation you submit that matters, but also how it is presented.
• We work with all financial institutions.
• We actively negotiate your mortgage terms rather than simply accepting a single offer from a bank. The main elements we negotiate include interest rates, the amount of financing granted (which may be up to 100%), payment flexibility, linked insurance policies and more.

Ultimately, why isn't comparing mortgages enough?

Comparing mortgages is not enough because the terms shown by comparison tools are indicative rather than universal. Each bank adjusts its offers according to factors such as employment stability, income level, type of employment contract and savings capacity. Furthermore, many of the best terms are never published, leaving considerable room for negotiation. As a result, relying solely on standard offers can mean missing out on real opportunities to save money.

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