As a first time buyer, I don’t know how I would have managed the process of buying a first home with my partner without Alan’s help. He was very good at explaining complex topics in intuitive ways and... See more
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Your Next Step is an independent mortgage and protection brokerage run by a team of three (Alan, Patrick, and Chris) dedicated to making the mortgage process smooth and stress-free. With extensive experience and a client-focused approach, we help everyone from first-time buyers to seasoned investors, finding tailored solutions that align with their financial goals. Beyond mortgages, we provide expert protection services and work with trusted partners in pensions, conveyancing, and commercial mortgages—offering a complete property financing service built on trust and personalised support.
31 Strathmore House, G74 1JN, East Kilbride, United Kingdom
I recently visited Alan and his team to start the process of remortgaging and to discuss buying and selling in the future. As a sole home owner, I find this whole process daunting and was worrying about it for months before I met the team at Your Next Step, who put me at ease straight away. Alan and Lynn talked me through all the processes and were there to answer any questions I had. The whole process was a breeze from start to finish and this was due to how helpful the staff at Your Next Step are. I will be recommending them to everyone I know in the future. Thanks again!

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Alan was very easy to deal with start to finish. As a first time buyer he explained everything clearly and made sure i understood each step of the process! I would highly reccommend him to anyone!

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Very knowledgeable, friendly and warm service, nothing too much and replies to any questions/queries very promptly and professionally. Would highly recommend

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I can’t recommend Patrick enough, he has helped me with a new mortgage, with porting an existing mortgage during a move and also with remortgaging. Each time he has been extremely helpful, sorted everything out and made the process much smoother. His help in navigating the mortgage process has given me peace of mind and much less to worry about!

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Unbelievable service, made everything easy and stress free
Would recommend 100% absolutely delighted with the whole process

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Alan is very responsive and when interest rates are challenging, this is really important. Me and my friend were looking to get mortgage and I got mine 0.42% lower because Alan was very proactive.

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Chris at YNS has been nothing short of amazing and stupid question or any serious question he’s got the answer, nothing is ever too much for him. He works quick and always just a message away. He was outstanding, we got an offer accepted on a house on the Wednesday contacted him got the finalised stuff for the mortgage on Thursday afternoon only to him to come back before 9am on Friday morning for approval, he is outstanding and I will recommend him to anyone who will listen!!Thanks Chris :)

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This is the second time I have used Alan and another great experience. Alan kept my informed at all stages and answers questions simply and doesn't use jargon. Would 100% recommend

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10/10. Very responsive and efficient. Always available to answer any questions and made the process very easy to understand. I dealt with Chris and found him to be very friendly, approachable, and guided me through the process step by step. Thanks again!

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Alan has been helping me with my mortgage and related queries for several years now. He truly knows the ins and outs of this field, and I’ve never been disappointed. In fact, he consistently goes above and beyond what’s expected.
He is always available to answer my questions, no matter what.
I will definitely ask him to handle my mortgage again in the future. His customer-centric approach is top-notch—I only wish he provided services in every area of life!
Exemplary service. Please keep up the great work!

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Excellent service, extremely knowledgable and helpful.

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Thank you so much, Chris, for making the process of purchasing our first home so smooth, clear, and completely stress-free. From start to finish, you were always available, patiently answered all of our questions, and clearly explained every step of the process. We truly felt your support and professionalism throughout the entire journey. We highly recommend Chris to anyone looking for a reliable, knowledgeable, and attentive mortgage advisor.

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Working with Alan has been an outstanding experience from start to finish. Buying a home can feel overwhelming, but Alan's calm, knowledgeable approach made the entire process far more manageable. He took the time to understand my situation, explained every option clearly, and never once made me feel rushed or pressured.
What stood out most was his communication. Every question — big or small — was answered quickly and in plain language. He was proactive at every stage, keeping me updated and making sure I always knew what to expect next.
Thanks to his guidance, I secured a mortgage that genuinely suits my needs and long‑term plans. I felt supported, informed, and confident throughout the journey. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Alan to anyone looking for a trustworthy, professional, and genuinely helpful mortgage advisor.

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Alan, we're with us during all the selling and buying process. All the support and explanation about each step was clear and trustworthy! We have been support since the first contact with Next Step until we got the keys!
We are so happy and thankful ❤️

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Great firm who were very professional and are clearly very good at what they do. One of their advisors, Chris, was very easy to work with, was extremely helpful with any queries, helped my Girlfriend and I fully understand the mortgage which we were undertaking, and most importantly got us a great mortgage deal. In addition to the above, our initial enquiry was responded to within 15 minutes and was sent at 8pm on a Tuesday night! Highly recommend using their services!!!

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Alan at Your Next Step, made our first home purchase so effortless. He was very thorough in understanding our individual circumstances, and gave excellent recommendations whilst breaking everything down to simple terms for us to understand. He checked in with us regularly with updates and gave us advice about mortgages and also everything and anything else beyond this. Can’t recommend Your Next Step enough!

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As a first-time buyer, Chris provided much-needed guidance throughout the process. Communication was clear, and I did not experience any delay in receiving feedback or in accessing the required documentation.

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The fact they’re professional in all aspects of their job is incredible.
I can’t thank enough for their outstanding service! From start they are professional, proactive, and incredibly supportive. They took the time to explain every detail, answered all my questions promptly, and made what could have been a stressful process feel effortless. Their expertise and genuine care really set them apart. I would highly recommend Your Next Step.

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I was recommended this agency through a friend who had recently used their services.
I cannot explain how fantastic Alan was throughout the process. Knowledgeable, approachable and he went above and beyond to make sure we had the best mortgage options available to us.
I cannot recommend this company enough. I previously just went through my bank to get my mortgage sorted after a bad experience with a mortgage advisor, however after using Your Next Step I wouldn’t use my bank again. Hopefully, I’ll be using them again in another five years! Thank you Alan.

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Was recommended this company through the estate agent I was selling my house with.
From the initial phone call with Chris, right through to my formal mortgage offer the process was quick and pain free. Chris found a great mortgage rate, kept me updated every step of the way and was always available to answer any questions- even getting in touch at the weekend.

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