In Decembers edition of the SFI (not so) LIVE podcast from Saffron Building Society, the panel had the pleasure of the company of Stephanie Daley, from Alexander Hall. In this episode, the panel – including host Jay Evans, Head of Business Development, Tony Hall and Intermediary Team Manager, Debby Tedder - discussed a range of current topics in the news - from decreasing rates, changes in stress rates, the "potential" house price crash and an important message "Don't beleive the hype in the mainstream media, focus on mortgage titles for a real representation of the industry. Finally - what would our panel like from Santa to fix the mortgage industry? Find out. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sfinotsolive/message

In November’s edition of the SFI (not so) LIVE podcast, the panel had the pleasure of the company of industry legend, Ray Boulger from John Charcol. With the ongoing economic uncertainty, it was a pleasure to have access to Ray’s extensive experience in our sector. And more importantly, his experience and knowledge of the markets and the role of the Bank of England added extra depth to the conversations. In this episode, the panel – including host Jay Evans, Head of Business Development, Tony Hall and Phil Lawford - discussed a range of current topics in the news - beginning with the news that variable rate products are now a cheaper alternative to fixed rate products. The panel reflects on a decade of reliance on fixed-rate products and information that variable rates offer a more affordable option for those who can mitigate the changing repayments.  The panel address the ongoing issues for first-time buyers - with news that suitable products are now re-entering the market and providing advice to brokers on how best to advise their applicants.  Finally, greenwashing - with the FCA announcing it is clamping down on green finance products ahead of the introduction of Consumer Duty in 2023. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sfinotsolive/message

SFI (not so) LIVE is a topical podcast for those working in the mortgage and property industries, brought to you by Saffron for Intermediaries - part of Saffron Building Society In this episode, the panel discuss the aftermath of the 'fiscal event', 'mini-budget' announced by the chancellor, which has caused over 1,600 mortgage offers being removed from the market. The panel discuss the impact on mortgage rates, affordability, dealing with this in a cost-of-living crisis, what it will do for renters and when we could expect to see products returning. -- Hosted by: Jay Evans Panel: Tony Hall, Head of Mortgage Sales and Simon O'Donnell from Saffron for Intermediaries Special Guest: We were delighted to be joined by senior journalist from the Mortgage Solutions, Anna Sagar. For more information or to review the SFI LIVE series, please click here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sfinotsolive/message

SFI (not so) LIVE is a topical podcast for those working in the mortgage and property industries, brought to you by Saffron for Intermediaries - part of Saffron Building Society In this episode, the panel discuss news that 8 lenders have paused new business with brokers, the fall out of this as tensions rise between the lender and intermediaries and that the short and long term outlook is going to be for the industry in light of the cost-of-living crisis. Find out what the panel had to say about the 30% jump in property transactions in July 2022, the shortage of conveyancers and surveyors, and why the certain sectors beleive that first-time buyers need to temper the expectations for their first home. With increasing interest rates, how far could this go? Will we return to 1980/1990s rates? The panel give their view. -- Hosted by: Jay Evans Panel: Tony Hall, Head of Mortgage Sales, Lesley Terry, Regional BDM and the newest BDM Lee Williams from Saffron for Intermediaries Special Guest: We were delighted to be joined by senior journalist from the FT Adviser, Ruby Hinchliffe. For more information or to review the SFI LIVE series, please click here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sfinotsolive/message

A topical podcast for those working in the mortgage and property industries, SFI (not so) LIVE is brought to you by Saffron for Intermediaries - part of Saffron Building Society In this episode, the panel discuss recent news in the mortgage and property sectors with two key, leading industry professionals. Hosted by: Jay Evans Panel: Phhil Lawford, BDM & Simon O'Donnell,  BDM for Saffron for Intermediaries Special Guests: Nick Morrey, from Coreco For more information or to review the SFI LIVE series, please click here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sfinotsolive/message

A topical podcast for those working in the mortgage and property industries, SFI (not so) LIVE is brought to you by Saffron for Intermediaries - part of Saffron Building Society In this episode, the panel discuss recent news in the mortgage and property sectors with two key, leading industry professionals. Hosted by: Jay Evans Panel: Tony Hall, Head of Mortgage Sales & Simon O'Donnell, Field based BDM for Saffron for Intermediaries Special Guests: Rob Jupp, CEO at Brightstar For more information or to review the SFI LIVE series, please click here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sfinotsolive/message

A topical podcast for those working in the mortgage and property industries, SFI (not so) LIVE is brought to you by Saffron for Intermediaries - part of Saffron Building Society In this episode, the panel discuss recent news in the mortgage and property sectors with two key, leading industry professionals.  Hosted by: Jay Evans Panel: Tony Hall, Head of Mortgage Sales & Phil Lawford, Field based BDM for Saffron for Intermediaries Special Guests:  Ruby Hinchliffe, a journalist from FT Adviser &  Liz Syms, CEO of Connect Mortgages For more information or to review the SFI LIVE series, please click here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sfinotsolive/message

A topical podcast for those working in the mortgage and property industries, SFI (not so) LIVE is brought to you by Saffron for Intermediaries - part of Saffron Building Society In this episode, the panel discuss recent news in the mortgage and property sectors, whilst digesting some of the news post the turn of a brand new year. What will 2022 bring for mortgage borrowers, lenders and brokers? Hosted by: Jay Evans Panel: Tony Hall, Head of Mortgage Sales & Simon O'Donnell, Field based BDM for Saffron for Intermediaries Special Guest: Greg Cunnington, Director of Lender Relationships at Alexander Hall.  For more information or to review the SFI LIVE series, please click here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sfinotsolive/message

A topical podcast for those working in the mortgage and property industries, SFI (not so) LIVE is brought to you by Saffron for Intermediaries - part of Saffron Building Society In this episode, the panel discuss technology in the mortgage sector whilst digesting some of the news post the Autumn Budget and the Bank of England freezing interest rates. Hosted by: Jay Evans Panel: Tony Hall, Head of Mortgage Sales & Simon O'Donnell, Field based BDM for Saffron for Intermediaries Special Guests: Nathan Reilly, Director of Lender Relationships at Twenty7Tec &> Alex Beavis, Proposition Director - Mortgages & Later Life at Sesame Bankhall Group For more information or to review the SFI LIVE series, please click here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sfinotsolive/message

A topical podcast for those working in the mortgage and property industries, SFI (not so) LIVE is brought to you by Saffron for Intermediaries - part of Saffron Building Society In this episode, the panel discuss the end of Furlough and the Stamp Duty Holiday, help for the Self Employed looking for a mortgage, self and custom building, green mortgages and so much more. Hosted by: Jay Evans Panel: Tony Hall, Head of Mortgage Sales & Holly Andrews, Intermediary Team Leader Special Guests: Samm Piper, Lender Account Executive at Legal and General Mortgage Club. For more information or to review the SFI LIVE series, please click here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sfinotsolive/message