First Mortgage acquires the financial services mortgage division of Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward (KFH).
KFH is a London real estate agency with over 50 branches across London.
As part of the acquisition, KFH’s mortgage advisory team, led by Kelly Wicks and Malcolm Waldron, will join First Mortgage.
The firm’s experience, client relationships and knowledge of the London property market will play a central role in supporting First Mortgage’s success in the region.
First Mortgage said the acquisition is an entry point into the London property market and contributes to First Mortgage’s expansion strategy and its operations in southern England.
This follows the company’s recent partnership with Moneybox and its acquisition of Lucra Mortgages earlier this year.
Ian McGrail, CEO of First Mortgage, said: “We are delighted to welcome Kelly, Malcolm and their outstanding team to First Mortgage, whose reputation for professionalism and customer service aligns perfectly with our own vision and values.”
“We look forward to building on their impressive legacy together and providing more London clients with the high-quality advice they deserve.”
Gareth Herbert, distribution director at Mortgage Advice Bureau, added: “First Mortgage’s entry into the London market through the acquisition of KFH is a key step in MAB’s strategic expansion.”
