Kane, Zara & Travis have all been wonderful! Zara is always on it and very fast at replying, which is amazing! They truly have been fantastic and they managed to get us a much lower mortgage rate than... See more
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Heron Financial is a fee-free, whole-of-market mortgage and protection broker based in the UK and certified B Corporation. Heron Financial specialises in mortgages for first-time buyers, self-employed clients, company directors, contractors, and borrowers with complex income such as commission, dividends, or variable earnings.
Our advice is fully fee-free. We manage the entire mortgage process from initial application through to completion, and continue to look after our clients beyond move-in, including future remortgages and protection reviews.
Heron Financial was founded in September 2011 by Matt Coulson. The aim was to build a digital-first mortgage broker that puts education at the heart of every client conversation. We help individuals and families make confident, well-informed decisions about their borrowing, their long-term financial wellbeing, and their environmental impact as a B Corp-certified business.
We specialise in complex cases. Our advisers regularly place mortgages for clients who have been declined by their bank or by other brokers, including self-employed applicants with one year of accounts, contractors paid on a day rate, company directors taking minimal salary plus dividends, and borrowers with variable or commission-based income. We have access to lenders across the high street, specialist, and private bank markets.
In 2026, Heron Financial was named a finalist in two categories at the British Bank Awards: Best Mortgage Broker and Best Ethical Financial Provider. Internally, we built Everglades, our own award-winning digital application system, to make the mortgage process faster and more transparent for clients. It is one of the reasons our clients tell us the process feels noticeably less stressful than going direct to a bank.
Our mission is simple: the right mortgage, without the stress.
If you'd like to find out what you could borrow based on your specific circumstances, use our mortgage calculator or get in touch for a free 15-minute consultation with an adviser.
207 Cardinal Point, Park Road, WD3 1RE, Rickmansworth, United Kingdom
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It was an absolute pleasure to work with Zara Arshad and Kane Powell .
Heron Financial are extremely professional, efficient and speedy. I cannot recommend them highly enough. The communications were prompt and I was never left waiting. They guided us through the process and answered our queries, making the process much easier and stress free.
Thank you team!

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The team at Heron Financial were phenomenal. Our mortgage advisor Aidan was very efficient in getting us a mortgage offer. He was quick and always ready to answer any question. He explained us the market, and seemed to try to get the best deal to us. Zara made sure to keep us updated and feel at ease while the application was in progress.
Also, Joe from the Protection department is very attentive to find the correct balance of mortgage protection for a given buyer's situation.
Overall good professionals and good people. I would recommend.

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I’ve used Aidan and Chloe several times now for my mortgages and I honestly wouldn’t go anywhere else. They are both professional, knowledgeable, responsive, and always make the whole process feel straightforward and stress-free.
No matter how many questions I’ve had, they’ve always taken the time to explain everything clearly and keep me updated throughout. Their advice has consistently been excellent and I’ve always felt like they genuinely had my best interests at heart.
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Aidan and Chloe to anyone looking for reliable and trustworthy mortgage advisers. Thanks again for all your help!

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Don and Zara have been an absolute delight to deal with. They have secured our mortgage and the whole process has been very smooth and easy. I honestly thought it would be much harder than what it has been!! They always have been available for questions and queries and come back very quickly. Extremely professional whilst also friendly. I cannot thank them enough. I will definitely be recommending Heron to others. Thank you so much!

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Callum and Chloe were absolute stars. Our mortgage application was unique however their expertise and guidance assisted us with obtaining the mortgage we needed for our forever home. Thank you!

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Would just like to say a special thankyou to Joshua and Chloe for sorting out my remortgage they were so helpful and efficient and kept me informed at all times and were able to find me the best deal for my remortgage now I can start planning my new kitchen will definitely be using Heron Financial again

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Don and Leona were so helpful. They were knowledgable, responsive, very calm and made the process really simple. They sorted out moving my old mortgage onto a new product whilst the conveyancing process was in going (as it was about to expire) and helped me get a good deal for the new mortgage. I’d definitely use them again and would recommend them to anyone looking for a mortgage broker.

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Having dealt with Callum and Leona throughout the process of getting my mortgage with Heron, they have been nothing but very helpful, communication was always regular, they kept things simple to deal with, I definitely make the right choice with bringing them onboard to get me to where I needed to be. I can highly recommend Heron, especially Callum and Lenoa. Thank you for all your help.

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The Heron Financial Team are lovely. Both Kane and Zara in particular are so helpful, and they are always happy to answer any questions we have as first-time buyers. They sort everything out so quickly for us to avoid any delays, and always provide us with really helpful information. Both are lovely to speak to; they have a wealth of knowledge about the UK housing market and are incredibly efficient.
I'm so glad Heron Financial have supported us through the usually-stressful journey of a property purchase! We would absolutely recommend using Heron Financial's services.

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We were recommended Heron Financial by a friend and they have been brilliant throughout the whole process. Our mortgage adviser Callum was friendly, patient and very informative. Callum was also very quick with his response time and always kept us in the loop by updating us on what was happening on his end. Very happy with our experience with Heron Financial and would definitely recommend their services!

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Would like to take this opportunity to say thank Callum in this matter been an absolute pleasure to deal with and help get over live for me brilliant service and highly recommended going forward to provide info to friends and family for future financials regards j. Phipps

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Very efficient and helpful guidance always at hand if i have a question

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Great service and very prompt response to any questions or queries. Callum and his assistant were great and I would recommend. Was particularly happy with the deal I was able to get right at the right time !

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Heron Financial helped us secure our first mortgage, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them. Callum supported us at every stage of the process—clearly explaining our options, offering practical advice, and always being available to answer our questions. As first-time buyers, we felt quite out of our depth at times, but his responsiveness and ability to explain things in a straightforward way made the whole process feel seamless and easy.
Ailsa also supported us with our insurance and was equally helpful. She took the time to explain everything in detail, worked within our budget without ever pushing us towards something beyond our means, and really understood our situation. She kept us fully informed and on track throughout, which we really appreciated.
Overall, I couldn’t recommend Heron Financial enough.

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Great brokers who will listen, take into account personal circumstances and find the right offer for you. Specialists in what they do, I can recommend them for anyone trying to buy their first property 👌💯

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Great experience with heron financial , particularly Ailsa Holmes who helped us and managed to answer all questions!

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Have used Heron now for a number of years since purchasing my first home. The team are always super friendly, helpful, and make navigating the complex world of financial services so much easier (and fee free!!)

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Working with Don and Leona was an outstanding experience from start to finish. They were knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely committed to helping us navigate the mortgage process. Every question we had was answered clearly, and they always made sure I understood our options before moving forward especially for first time buyers!
If you’re looking for a mortgage team that truly cares and delivers exceptional service, Don and Leona are the ones to go to. Highly recommended.

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Don and Chloe have been amazing in the way they managed my case. Highly recommend.

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I have used Heron 3 times now for mortgages and I am happy with them as a company on the whole. I held off giving 5 stars as I missed out on a good fixed price rate by 1 day by not being informed on the need for company accounts.
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