meet paula
Paula Bingham
Director & Senior Mortgage & Protection Adviser
Based in Leeds area · CeMAP-qualified mortgage & protection adviser
As the founder of Belle Maison, Paula helps buyers and homeowners across the Yorkshire borders — and she’ll be the one who knows your name, your situation and your goals from your first question to completion day. No call centres, no being passed around.
5 / 5 on Google & Facebook
from 307+ genuine reviews
Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.
get to know paula
About Paula.
Paula is the Founding Director of Belle Maison Mortgages, as well as acting as a Senior Mortgage and Protection Adviser based just outside of Leeds, on the border of North, South and West Yorkshire. Working in the financial industry since 2010, Paula started her career in banking, building up experience across a variety of roles within a major national bank during which time she developed a passion for mortgage advice. Following the experience gained in banking Paula entered into the world of broking, working with two national estate agents where she was able to broaden her horizons whilst also working alongside management teams. However Paula’s passion for working with her clients led her to launch Belle Maison Mortgages.
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Areas Paula covers.
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What clients say about Paula.
Every review below mentions Paula by name — real clients, in their own words.
“As first time buyers we weren’t very sure what we were doing. Paula (and the rest of the team) made the process simple, straightforward and relatively stress free! Paula was always on hand if we needed help with anything too. Would definitely recommend and would definitely use her again if we ever move house.”
“Paula has been amazing. This is my second time remortgaging with her.. She thoroughly explains everything that would be involved and found a great deal for me again. Paula was always on hand and very responsive to any queries and questions.. and the after care from Louise is also excellent I couldn’t have asked for a better broker with the best service from start to finish. I will definitely use Paula again in the future (if I ever decide to move again)”
“Absolutely obsessed with how smooth my home-buying journey has been thanks to Paula 💕🏡✨She is honestly the most amazing mortgage advisor ever!! From start to finish, Paula made the whole process feel completely stress-free and easy, which I didn’t even think was possible 🥹💖 She was always there to answer my questions, explain everything in a way that actually made sense, and kept me feeling calm and confident the entire time 💅✨Couldn’t have asked for a better person to guide me through such a big step 🏠💗 Thank you for everything, Paula – you’re an absolute gem!! 💎🌸”
“Could not recommend Paula and her team enough. As first time buyers, we didn’t really know where to start. I found Belle Maison Mortgages through Google and messaged via email. Paula & Louise have been amazing throughout the whole process. If you are thinking of going with Belle Maison, you should!Truly thank you so much, we could not of done any of this without you. ☺️”
“I was recommended to bellemaisonmortgages by a close friend and I was not disappointed by any means . Paula and her team were fantastic from start to finish of my mortgage application . It is a very professional business and whenever I needed help , Paula was always there . Even when Paula was on holiday she was still reaching out and providing the best quality support , she made the whole process smooth and easy for me . Absolutely fantastic customer service and would 100% recommend to anyone who’s looking to get a mortgage to use bellemaisonmortgages .”
“Paula has been nothing but amazing from start to finish. I first contacted Paula when I was in an IVA and explained my situation, she worked with me from that point to help me every step of the way to build my credit file to be able to buy my first house. She persevered for almost 2 years to assist me in any way possible. Last week I completed on my dream home and I can honestly say I never thought it would happen. Not only did I get approved for a mortgage but Paula worked with all of the high street lenders to prove my circumstances had changed dramatically over the last couple of years and was able to secure a high street rate. I can’t thank Paula and her team for making this possible for me and my children. Thank you so much for not giving up on us, even when it didn’t seem possible.”
“If you need a mortgage advisor then you need to use Belle Maison mortgages. Paula has been amazing from start to finish, and has made my life so easy during what is meant to be one of the most stressful periods of your life. I even pulled out of a house purchase and purchased a different house which Paula made so easy to do, and there was no extra fee for this. She also adjusted my mortgage to a lower rate when one became available. It has been completely stress free as Paula and Louise did all of the chasing with the solicitors and sorting my insurances etc, I literally had to do nothing! If I had not used Belle Maison Mortgages I strongly believe my whole experience would have been completely different, so I am so so grateful to have had such a positive experience when buying a house. Thank you guys! P.S. Empresses loves the new gaff”
“A massive thank you to Paula for ensuring my mortgage went through smoothly and everything was in place when it was needed. Paula was responsive, proactive and clear in all her explanations from the initial call all the way through to the completion of my mortgage. I would recommend Paula to all my friends and family. Thank you again Paula x”
“We used Belle Maison recently to purchase our new home. We weren’t first time buyers this time, and have never been in a chain before so lots of this was new to us. I can’t recommend Paula and Louise highly enough.The whole transaction was made so much easier because Paula provided such an efficient service. She was informative, efficient, and helpful, and always kind and considered. We felt really comfortable having Paula and Louise involved in our transaction and it definitely helped us get where we needed to be.They were very communicative - often out of hours and on weekends which we really appreciated. They helped us work through insurance options too, which was also new to us.I’ll definitely be using the service again for my next mortgage, and will recommend them to anyone!If I could give more than 5 stars, I would ✨”
“So glad we chose Belle Maison to support us with our mortgage when we chose to move house. The service was second to none and Paula was always available to chat and talk through things with us. If you’re thinking about moving or doing anything in the way of mortgages then I absolutely recommend Belle Maison 100%. We will be forever grateful.”
“Cannot thank Paula and Louise enough! They’re responsive, efficient, honest and genuinely care about their customers and getting the best outcome as soon as possible. Communication, at every stage, has been second to none.Thank you, thank you, thank you for easing the stress, not adding to it!”
“A huge thank you to Paula & Louise, who made buying our first home so seamless. Buying your first home can seem like such a daunting process, but Belle Maison provides clear guidance on what’s required from start to finish. We would highly recommend Paula & Louise, they really are experts in their field. Super knowledgable & personable 😁.”
“Couldn’t recommend Paula & the team highly enough. Always had the answers, worked very hard to make our dream possible. Forever grateful.”
“We would like to thank Paula for all her hard work, guidance, and support throughout our mortgage process. Her expertise, patience, and attention to detail made what could have been a stressful experience feel smooth and manageable. We appreciate how she took the time to explain each step clearly, answer all our questions, and ensure we felt confident in every decision we made. We're incredibly grateful for the care she put into helping us secure the right mortgage. Thanks for all your efforts, as we look forward to this new chapter in our lives with peace of mind. We definitely won't hesitate to recommend Belle Maison to our friends or family in need of a super reliable, personable and knowledgeable mortgage advisor! 😊 We would also like to thank Louise who was great at keeping in touch with us. She provided us with regular updates throughout the whole process😊”
“We would like to thank Paula and Louise at Belle Maison Mortgages. At just 21 years old we never thought we would be able to get a mortgage, never mind get the home we have. Thankyou for all the support, not even just with the house buying process, but with everything! I know Paula is only just a text away with any financial questions, even after the mortgage is done and dusted and we are in our home 🏠 Thankyou to you both, you really make dreams come true 💕”
“Paula has always sorted out mine and my wives mortgages. First class, professional service. She always put you at ease knowing you’re going to get the best deal and are in the safest most trustworthy of hands. We won’t be using anyone else for our mortgage or insurances! Thanks again for your help over the years. All the best”
“If I could give 6 stars I would!!We contacted Paula in the run up to our remortgage date and from the very start Paula and her team were amazing. Paula went through a range of deals with us and secured us the best interest rate. We also chose to redo some of our life insurance policies as circumstances had changed since we took our original policies out, again Paula was extremely helpful and explained all the different options in detail so we could pick what worked best for us.I couldn’t recommend Paula and the Belle Maison team more, they make what can be a complicated process into a simple and seamless process, and Paula was always on hand to answer any questions we had!”
“Paula and Louise have been fab from start to finish! No question I've had has been a bother or too silly, and they've helped make the entire mortgage process really clear - which is exactly what's needed as a first time buyer. Thank you ❤️”
“I’ll start this review firstly by commenting on Paula as a person, instead of Paula the mortgage advisor. Paula from start to finish of this process has been an absolute superstar. She’s been with us from the beginning and has shown such a keen interest in our lives as a couple, really taking the time to get to know us and what we wanted our future to look like. Paula is professional, compassionate and considerate, and unwaveringly supportive. As a mortgage advisor, Paula has given us exemplary advice, we know we wouldn’t have got the best deal had it not been for Paula. She really took us through every step in great detail and with such understanding, ensuring we were aware of all the pros and cons, which is really useful when you’re selling and buying a home for the first time! We never felt we were being hoodwinked or being sold something we saw no benefit in. Paula and Louise’s responsiveness was very quick which was very appreciated. We would 100% recommend Paula at Belle Maison Mortgages, and can’t wait to come back to her when it’s time to remortgage, or hopefully sooner if not to just check in! Thank you so much for everything!! Xxx”
“I’ll start this review firstly by commenting on Paula as a person, instead of Paula the mortgage advisor. Paula from start to finish of this process has been an absolute superstar. She’s been with us from the beginning and has shown such a keen interest in our lives as a couple, really taking the time to get to know us and what we wanted our future to look like. Paula is professional, compassionate and considerate, and unwaveringly supportive.As a mortgage advisor, Paula has given us exemplary advice, we know we wouldn’t have got the best deal had it not been for Paula. She really took us through every step in great detail and with such understanding, ensuring we were aware of all the pros and cons, which is really useful when you’re selling and buying a home for the first time! We never felt we were being hoodwinked or being sold something we saw no benefit in.Paula and Louise’s responsiveness was very quick which was very appreciated. We would 100% recommend Paula at Belle Maison Mortgages, and can’t wait to come back to her when it’s time to remortgage, or hopefully sooner if not to just check in!Thank you so much for everything!!”
“We honestly couldn’t have asked for better support than we received from Paula, our Mortgage Adviser. She has been the absolute best—knowledgeable, dedicated, patient, and truly invested in helping us every step of the way. We genuinely couldn’t have done this without her, and we’re beyond grateful for everything she’s done for us.A huge thank you as well to Louise, who has also been amazing throughout. Her support, responsiveness, and positive attitude made such a difference and helped make the whole process smoother and less stressful.We’re so thankful to both Paula and Louise—they’ve been outstanding from start to finish!”
“I highly recommend Belle Maison Mortgages, Paula and Louise provided incredible support throughout the mortgage process. They were highly knowledgeable, but also patient and approachable. Both were always willing to go the extra mile to make sure everything was clear and stress-free. Their guidance made a huge difference, and I felt supported every step of the way.Thank you both x”
“I highly recommend Belle Maison Mortgages, Paula and Louise provided incredible support throughout the mortgage process. They were highly knowledgeable, but also patient and approachable. Both were always willing to go the extra mile to make sure everything was clear and stress-free. Their guidance made a huge difference, and I felt supported every step of the way. Thank you both x”
“It’s been a pleasure working with Paula, absolutely fantastic what she as done for me, couldn’t ask for better”
“Paula has been amazing for me & my partner! after being told from a previous broker it was near on impossible for us to get a mortgage, Paula searched and got us one really fast! She’s really amazing & professional! I would definitely recommend :)”
“We had an incredible experience with Paula at Belle Maison. As first time buyers who had no knowledge of how the process of buying a property works, Paula was there to guide us through the process. She ensured we got a great mortgage deal and the best insurances for our circumstances.We had lots of questions and often needed things clarifying but this wasn’t ever too much trouble for Paula.Everyone told us buying a home would be stressful but this wasn’t the case thanks to Bella Maison.A massive thank you to everyone at Belle Maison for helping us secure our first home.”
“Amazing service from start to finish. Made the whole process so stress free for us moving into our first home. Huge thank you to Paula and Louise, couldn't recommend enough!”
“We received a top class service from Paula and Louise throughout the house purchasing process. One sale fell through, but they were able to secure the best deal for us when we needed them again. I have and will continue to recommend this company to anyone looking to buy a home in the future.”
“Couldn’t recommend Paula at Belle Maison Mortgages anymore! She made our house buying process so smooth and helped us every step of the way. We had one house purchase fall through and Paula was there to support us through it all. We are so grateful to Paula and Louise!! Thank you for helping us secure our dream home 🤩”
“I honestly couldn’t recommend Paula enough. I’m a mortgage advisor myself and I wouldn’t dream of using or trusting anyone else with my mortgage needs. This is my second time using Paula and following what could only be described as a really difficult time it just felt like I was catching up with an old friend. She is professional, knowledgeable and just an all round lovely person. She is always so prompt to respond to any emails, texts or calls. I will absolutely be back in the future, and would recommend Paula & her team to anybody!”
“We’ve used Paula for all our house moves and we’ve always received the most outstanding service. She really goes above and beyond to get you the best deal and I can honestly say she’s an expert at what she does. Paula has the right balance with her professionalism and making you feel instantly comfortable. Thank you for everything Paula. Kelly & Tom x”
“Had the best experience with Belle Maison. As a solo first time buyer, I was going in blind and didn’t have a clue about mortgages. Paula made everything so clear and easy, she explained the whole process in such a friendly and non-judgmental manor, which was something I was worried about since not having any knowledge on the whole thing.Being self employed I expected it to be more difficult to get a mortgage offer since I only had one years worth of accounts, however Paula managed to apply for and receive a fully agreed offer within 48 hours!Louise was brilliant with chasing up solicitors and making sure things were on track from start to finish.All my questions were answered and the team were very easy to contact and I always received prompt responses. Highly recommended Belle Maison to everyone, thank you again!”
“5⭐️Highly recommended Paula and her team for your mortgage, remortgage and any insurance you require! Buying our home and organising our insurance was made stress free from the moment Paula picked up our case. Work schedules are always busy and Paula was accommodating and took the guess work away.Paula and her assistant Louise never missed a beat and kept us up to date throughout and any questions were answered in a timely manner. We were informed every step of the way and they chased our solicitors to ensure a timely completion.When making insurance choices Paula went through each option in depth to ensure that our needs and requirements were met to enable us to get the best deal.Belle maisons commitment to finding you the best deal, professionalism, expertise and friendly compassionate manner are the reasons I would never hesitate to recommend! Thank you ☺️”
“Paula helped us navigate through every stage of finding and applying for a mortgage. She was consistently contactable, and routinely checking for any improved mortgage offers right up to the exchange of contracts. Louise ensured our solicitors weren’t dragging their feet and chased for updates without us having to ask.Paula also helped us understand and ultimately choose the best insurances for our situation, ensuring we got the best prices available, with the best terms.Being there to hold your hand throughout the whole process, Belle Maison Mortgages really does make a notoriously stressful part of purchasing a house as plain-sailing as it can possibly be. No hesitations in recommending them at all, thanks Paula and team!”
“Fantastic experience buying a home with Belle Maison. Attentive, compassionate and consistent all the way through from enquiry to completion.Paula and Louise did a stellar job answering any and all questions that we had, and guided us through the process brilliantly. Highly recommend for all things home and insurance. 5 ⭐️”
“I would highly recommend Paula and Louise, they were helpful and knowledgeable throughout the whole process and kept us informed at every stage. Being first time buyers, we wouldn’t have had a clue where to start or what to do. Thank you both again ☺️”
“I would highly recommend Paula and Louise, they were helpful and knowledgeable throughout the whole process and kept us informed at every stage. Being first time buyers, we wouldn’t have had a clue where to start or what to do. Thank you both again ☺️”
“CALLING ALL FIRST TIME BUYERS!Being a first time buyer I didn’t know where to start, my busy work schedule left zero time for me to chase up all the right people and get all the arrangements in order. Thankfully Paula accommodated and worked round me, she communicated with the estate agents and solicitors, helped me book viewings all the way to filling in solicitors paperwork.I literally had nothing to worry about Paula handled everything from getting the best mortgage to making sure I was fully protected with the right insurances.One minute you're answering a few questions and the next you've got a date to view a house. In no time at all I was a homeowner all thanks to Paula's quick and efficient service✅”
“Paula made remortgaging easy for us. Happy to answer any and all questions when needed, nothing was too much for her. Lovely lady and will use in the future! Thanks so much for your help x”
“Me and my husband couldn't recommend Belle Maison enough. Paula was absolutely amazing from the get go and really helped take some of the stress away that comes with moving house. We really couldn't have done it without her. If you need a mortgage advisor- look no further :-) x”
“Paula and Louise were phenomenal throughout, always kept me in the loop, reassured me and answered any and all questions I had. Would highly recommend Paula for anyone, especially first time buyers like myself, as she made the whole process so much easier. Thank you both for getting me into my new house!”
“Paula and Louise were phenomenal throughout, always kept me in the loop, reassured me and answered any and all questions I had for her. Would highly recommend any first time buyer to use Paula as she made the whole process so much easier. Thank you both for your help in getting me into my new house!”
“We used Paula to purchase our first home and she was knowledgeable and so helpful. As first time buyers, we wouldn’t have known where to start. Paula and Louise made the process stress free, I would highly recommend to anyone.Top class service👍🏻”
“Returning customer to Paula at belle maison. They helped me to remortgage my previous home and pay off the help to buy scheme which put me in a much better financial position. This time around belle maison helped me and my partner purchase our forever home. Paula also managed to find a cheaper rate close to our move in date which end up saving us just under £80 a month. I would definitely recommend using belle maison for anything mortgage or insurance related!”
“We can’t thank Paula enough for everything she did to help us buy our home! After losing hope with a previous mortgage broker, and nearly lost our dream home, Paula was introduced to us, solved the problem and secured a mortgage for us within 48 hours! Amazing from start to finish and couldn’t recommend her more ⭐️”
“Review for Paula, My Mortgage Advisor, and Louise, Her AssistantI had the pleasure of working with Paula, my mortgage advisor, and Louise, her dedicated assistant. From the moment they picked up my case, they demonstrated exceptional commitment and professionalism.Last-Minute Weekend Assistance: When my mortgage application hit a critical point over the weekend, Paula and Louise stepped in promptly. Their availability and willingness to work during non-business hours were truly impressive.Guidance Every Step of the Way: Paula and Louise guided me through the entire process, ensuring I understood each stage. Their expertise helped me navigate complexities, and their patience eased any anxieties I had.Efficiency and Speed: Paula’s knowledge of lenders and mortgage processes, combined with Louise’s organisational skills, ensured that my case progressed swiftly. They worked tirelessly to secure my mortgage offer and kept me informed at every turn.Personalised Service: Paula and Louise didn’t treat me like just another client. They took the time to understand my unique situation and tailored their advice accordingly. Their personalized approach made all the difference.Completion Date Achieved: Thanks to their dedication, I’m thrilled to announce that my completion date is set for tomorrow! Paula and Louise turned what could have been a stressful experience into a smooth journey.In summary, Paula and Louise are an exceptional team. Their commitment, expertise, and genuine care for their clients make them stand out. I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone seeking mortgage advice.Thank you, Paula and Louise! 🙌”
“Paula and Louise made buying our first house an enjoyable experience. They guided us through the process and made sure every box was ticked. We didn’t think we would be able to buy a house yet because of the nature of our work contracts, but this was made possible by the expertise at Belle Maison. We can’t thank them enough and recommend their services without hesitation ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
“Paula and Louise have been absolutely fantastic at helping us secure our first mortgage. They explained the steps of becoming a home owner in a simple, yet thorough way, which was easy to understand. We wouldn’t have felt confident taking the big leap into home ownership without their help. As someone who had temporary work at the time, I didn’t think it was possible to get a mortgage, but they made it possible. Thank you, we really can’t recommend Belle Maison enough!!”
“A fantastic service provided by Paula and Louise. Kept up to date through the entire process and all of our questions answered. I would definitely recommend the company and team, and already have done. Thank you again.”
“Absolutely fantastic experience with Paula and her team, super efficient, quick and friendly! Everything was sorted so efficiently from the first appointment through to completion of our re-mortgage! Keep up the awesome work Paula you are a fantastic lady and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend you! x”
“Paula and Louise have been absolutely incredible throughout the whole process. I was dealing with a very very tricky seller and estate agent who made the process of buying 10x more stressful by constantly changing up things but Paula sorted everything so quickly, easily and efficiently it made everything much more bearable.Paula helped me find the best mortgage rate, talked me through everything in a way I could understand as a first time buyer, helped me anytime I had any questions and was always on hand at the drop of a text to explain anything to me.It really felt like I had someone in my corner who I could rely on to make something so stressful as easy as possible and I can't thank Paula and Louise enough.I have throughly enjoyed the whole process working with Paula and I would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for an incredible mortgage broker (and already have done multiple times!)”
“Paula is always amazing! Always helpful and reachable! By far the best in the business”
“Where do I start? From start to finish, Paula has made myself and partners first house purchase as smooth as possible. No question was ever too small or too big to answer (and trust me I asked a lot of questions!). No appointment was ever to late, Paula always accommodated us with no hesitation of which we were very grateful for especially working full time. At every stage from mortgage application to sorting insurance, Paula put us at ease and we always felt in safe hands. Even when Paula wasn't there, Louise was always on hand to help assist in her absence. If your looking for a mortgage advisor, you can rely on, trust and provide exceptional service, you will not be disappointed with Paula/Belle Maison - they really do go above and beyond the extra mile!I'd like to say thank you to Paula and Louise, for making our whole experience a positive one and being there with us every step of the way. I will continue to share your business with my friends and family, as should they need your services, I couldn't recommend anyone better than yourself and team.”
“This has not been an easy process but both Paula and Louise have been brilliant from the start! As first time buyers we have had a lot of questions to ask, but both Paula and Louise have answered these and gave a clear understanding. I would highly recommend them, thank you again ladies! Xx”
“Excellent service!Paula made the whole mortgage process easy & stress free.I would highly recommend 🤗”
“Paula helped us buy our first home and was great help, accessible whenever we had questions and patient with all our concerns!”
“I honestly don't know how people buy houses without Paula!I really couldn't recommend Paula highly enough, without her I doubt we'd have gotten the house of our dreams!Paula took us on after the banks said we'd never get a mortgage, and she got us an offer within a matter of days. She went above and beyond many times throughout the process, I feel like she was my counsellor as well as mortgage advisor😂Paula explained every step of the process and gave regular updates so we knew exactly what to expect along the way.The best thing about Paula is that she is so unbelievably passionate about her job that she sacrificed (many) hours of her own personal time to help us get our dream home. The best in the business 🤍”
“Paula and the team are amazing! Helped sort our first remortgage out for us with no fuss. Will be coming to Paula for all future mortgage and insurance queries! Thanks again Paula and Belle Maison”
“Paula has been absolutely fantastic and I can’t recommend her enough. Our employment isn’t straight forward and not only did Paula work with us to get the best value deal that was right for us but she listened to us and answered my thousands of questions. Nothing was too much trouble. The peace of mind is absolutely worth it. Paula took care of everything for us and massively reduced the stress (and paperwork) of moving. We will be sticking with her for our renewal in a few years time and any future moves.”
“Paula & the team are first class when it comes to finding mortgages to suit you. Great support from beginning to completion, even when things aren’t 109% straight forward with your circumstances & in a tricky market. Thank you for your help!”
“I found Paula by pure accident a couple of years ago when I saw her advertisement for her mortgage services on a group page. I followed her ever since and she didn’t disappoint, I couldn’t fault Paula’s mortgage advice from beginning to end. No question was too little or too big and she helped us from throughout the whole process. Thank you again Paula for all the hard work you’ve put into to securing a mortgage for our forever home!”
“I found Paula by pure accident a couple of years ago when I saw her advertisement for her mortgage services on a group page. I followed her ever since and she didn’t disappoint, I couldn’t fault Paula’s mortgage advice from beginning to end. No question was too little or too big and she helped us from throughout the whole process. Thank you again Paula for all the hard work you’ve put into to securing a mortgage for our forever home!”
“Can’t thank Paula and her team enough. They were amazing through the whole process. Would highly recommend!”
“Thank you so much to Paula and all at Belle Maison! We had a fantastic experience from start to finish and the team made the mortgage process super quick and easy. Highly recommend!!”
“Paula & Louise at Belle Maison helped me secure the best mortgage offer for the 2nd time recently. At a time when rates were going up almost weekly Paula acted fast and helped me secure the best rate for me on a fixed rate deal, literally locking a deal in for me at 5pm before the rates increased by another 0.5%, I couldn't wish for a better service. The process was slick and efficient throughout and I felt valued as a customer. Once an offer was secured and we began the conveyancing Louise was always in our corner, chasing up progress and making sure everything flowed at the right pace and we were fully informed throughout. Our completion was seamless and timed perfectly to avoid exit penalties on the old mortgage. In two years when our fixed period ends I will definitely be going back to Paula for another mortgage review..... hopefully then the interest rates are much cheaper too :-) Thanks Belle Maison 5* service, would highly recommend.”
“Paula has been amazing in finding me the best deal for a mortgage and as a first time buyer the whole world of buying seemed so confusing to me. No question was too silly and both Paula and Louise have constantly kept in contact with me, checking in on progress and guiding me with what to expect. Can’t recommend them highly enough and will definitely be returning when it’s time to remortgage. Thanks so much!”
“Paula and the team are absolutely amazing - talked me through every step as being a single first time buyer is daunting! Would recommend Belle Maison to anyone. Thank you for helping to purchase my perfect home, i love it more and more everyday!”
“Paula was professional, friendly and communicative. She was always quick to respond and to set up an online call to work around our needs and commitments. Paula was helpful and gave us the information we needed in a succinct and ‘easy to understand’ way, making sure we made informed decisions about the cover we needed and wanted for our family. Would highly recommend. Thanks again!”
“Absolutely amazing!! Paula and her team were there for us every step of the way. It can be very overwhelming when buying your first home. However Belle Maison made the process completely stress & hassle free. We will definitely be using them again!!”
“God these Guys are good!!Myself and my partner really struggled to get a mortgage approved and without Paula and Louise i don't think we would of managed it.They took away a lot of the anxiety and stress that comes with getting a mortgage, explained everything we wasn't sure of.Re assured us when things didn't seem to be going how we planned. Kept us up to date on all progress and found us the best deals that were possible to get out there. Paula even got us a better mortgage deal days before completion!We cannot thank you enough and if anyone out there is thinking of getting a mortgage.Please save yourself a lot of stress and money and contact Paula.Thank you guys :)”
“Paula & Louise have both being absolutely amazing. The house we have bought was owed by my parents so we weren't too sure how the process worked regarding our deposit etc. From day one Paula has being on hand to answer any questions or concerns. Nothing was ever too much trouble. We are awaiting the completion of the sale, however Louise has being great the whole time at ensuring the process is going smoothly and that we have regular updates. I couldn't recommend these ladies more and will always be my "go to" for mortgage advice. Thankyou so much 💓 🥰”
“Paula and her team were extremely helpful from start to finish. So glad we made the decision to use Belle Maison! Would highly recommend!”
“Paula really went above and beyond. She secured my mortgage in principle within 10 minutes of our first phone call. She helped me with offers towards my house, she really was there for me through out the whole process. She spoke to me through the ins and the outs of absolutely everything and without her i’d have absolutely no clue, her replies were rapid to everything weather it was a silly question or not. She helped me with my insurances making sure i had the best and during the process she also got my mortgage cheaper. Louise was also fabulous and secured me my house insurance. I wouldn’t ever go to anyone else now & everytime i’ll recommend Paula and her team. Thankyou so much.”
“Couldn't have asked for more, the team are knowledgeable, supportive and have really gone the extra mile in helping me secure my home, through an especially challenging market. I would and do recommend them to everyone! Thanks so much Louise and Paula. X”
“Paula and Louise have been amazing throughout the process of buying my first home and I couldn’t recommend them enough. Nothing was ever too much and they both made the whole process stress-free! As someone who has no idea about anything to do with mortgages, Paula explained everything in detail and answered all of my silly questions. They are both super responsive and I honestly couldn’t have wished for a better team to deal with 😊 thank you for everything ❤️🏡🥂”
“Paula and Louise have been amazing throughout the process of buying my first home and I couldn’t recommend them enough. Nothing was ever too much and they both made the whole process stress-free! As someone who has no idea about anything to do with mortgages, Paula explained everything in detail and answered all of my silly questions. They are both super responsive and I honestly couldn’t have wished for a better team to deal with 😊 thank you for everything ❤️🏡🥂”
“Paula was so helpful and informative from the start. We are first time buyers and had no clue what to do in terms of securing the right mortgage. Nothing was too much for Paula and Louise at Belle Maison- thank you both so much. I can’t recommend enough!”
“Paula and Louise were such great help during the purchase of our first home! They were always on hand to answer any question no matter how big or small whenever we needed them. Would highly recommend Belle Maison Mortgages!”
“Paula and Louise helped make the process of buying my first home so seamless and stress free! They were always on hand to answer any questions and happy to help with anything they possibly could 🏠☺️”
“Paula and Louise helped make the process of buying my first home so seamless and stress free! They were always on hand to answer any questions and happy to help with anything they possibly could 🏠☺️”
“From start to finish Paula and the team looked after me and my partner right through to completion, having used other brokers / advisors in the past it was refreshing to receive such a personal yet processional service from the whole team. A real credit to the financial sector!”
“Paula was brilliant from start to finish helping sort my life insurance out and getting me the correct cover I needed! I know when the time comes for me to get a mortgage I know she will be brill at doing that as well! Would highly recommend Belle Maison for your mortgage and life cover needs!”
“Excellent service from Paula and her team. Professional, friendly and supportive. Highly recommended.”
“Paula and the Belle Maison Team were professional, friendly and helpful. Buying in a volatile property market it was reassuring to have a partner sifting through all the technical jargon, offering a clear and competitive solution (and kindly prompting at the various steps along the way!)”
“Absolutely unbeatable service from Paula and all her team. RIght from the initial meeting to discuss option; throughout the application process; arranging income protection and life insurance, right up to last minute phonecalls before completion to put our minds at rest.I would highly recommend Belle Maison and Paula to anyone needing mortgage services.”
“Amazing service from start to finish!Paula and the team went above and beyond to help us, making the daunting and sometimes confusing process of buying a house as simple as could be.As first time buyers, before speaking to Paula, we didn't think purchasing would be on the cards for us for years. But Paula made it possible for us, presenting our options to us clearly then supporting us throughout the every step of the journey.What's more, they're a lovely lot who are always friendly and happy to help (a much needed respite when you're dealing with difficult solicitors!) Would whole heartedly recommend Belle Maison to buyers of all kinds.”
“Paula was personable and professional throughout helping us with our mortgage and insurance & ensured we got the best rates available for us. Paula & Louise were continuously chasing the solicitors for updates on our sale & kindly dropped off a gift once we had moved into our new place. We would highly recommend anyone to use Belle Maisonette.”
“Absolutely fantastic service from Paula with our remortgage. As we did it before our deal expired we got a great new deal for our new mortgage too. We also sorted out a new deal on our income protection and life insurance through Belle Maison and again Paula provided an excellent service throughout.”
“Paula and Louise were fantastic in helping us find the best mortgage deal and insurances to suit are needs. They were always available to answer any questions, knowledgeable, friendly and filled us with trust and confidence. As first time buyers the whole process took under 12 week and we will be using again when our deal ends. Would 100% recommend.”
“Would 100% recommend Paula! Despite a few blips in my buying process, nothing was too much for her and she took all my stress away! As a first time buyer I had absolutely no idea what I was doing, Paula made it smooth sailing to my first home, literally could not have done it without her!”
“Cannot thank Paula and Louise enough for helping us through the process of buying our house. Everything from start to finish was stress free and we was kept up to date every step of the way. Will be definitely recommending you to others and just want to say a huge thankyou. Xx”
“Would highly recommend Paula and Louise who helped massively with getting me my first home, it took some time and they were so patient with me as had lots of questions, but I can now say I'm a proud home owner thanks for all your help you are an amazing team 🏡😊”
“Start to finish, Paula and her team went above and beyond to help us with our mortgage, and so much more. Paula's customer service is second to none and there's just no way I'd use anyone else. Every time we needed anything, she was always on the end of the phone, or a super speedy email. Thank you for helping us navigate the process and keeping us sane!”
“brilliant service, Paula was great from the start explaining everything every step of the way and helping us find the best deals for us not only for our remortgage but our insurances. Would highly recommend, Thanks Paula and the team.”
“Absolutely amazing!! Did what we thought was the impossible and it was to everyone else we reached out to. But step by step Paula and her team got us to the finish line and we pick up our keys on the 5/6/2022 absolutely greatful for all this team has done for us and Paula is absolutely down to earth to the point it becomes almost personal to her she's a true fighter to the end and we will be forever grateful 😊 see you at the house warming team Paula x”
“Absolutely brilliant service and I could not recommend enough. Both Paula and Louise literally do not stop until they get the mortgage for you. We've had a few obstacles due to our credit history but Paula worked her magic. Thank you so much for everything.”
“After being told by a large broker that there was no chance of a mortgage, I found Paula! Paula was very knowledgeable and found the best deal for me, even though I was told there was no chance of a mortgage offer!! Paula is extremely friendly and makes it feel as if you’re talking to somebody you’ve known for years. I would recommend Paula to absolutely anybody, no matter how many questions or what time it was, she was always quick to reply.Thank you so much Paula!”
“Paula and Louise were both absolutely amazing for the purchase of our first home. They kept on top of everyone to make sure the sale went through as quickly as possible, organised all the insurance needed and even hand delivered a welcome box after completion! Can’t recommend enough!”
“Can’t recommend Paula enough! She has been so helpful and answered even the silliest of questions. The process was smooth and straightforward due to her organisation, knowledge and skills!”
“Fantastic experience from start to finish. We have always used a mortgage broker, but our experience with Paula and Louise have by far exceeded our experiences previously. We bought our forever home and it was made so easy. Everything was taken care of, and during the application we met with Paula for an hour and then that was it. We didn’t have to provide any further information to the bank, this was all taken care of by Paula. We were kept informed of the process all the way through, reminders not to forget to sort house insurance etc. absolutely faultless - won’t ever be going anywhere else”
“Paula was really helpful from start to finish. She made the whole process seamless even though we were very awkward at times! It was like chatting to a friend whenever she rung. Can’t recommend the team enough and will definitely be using them in the future!”
“Paula was really helpful from start to finish. She made the whole process seamless even though we were very awkward at times! It was like chatting to a friend whenever she rung. Can’t recommend the team enough and will definitely be using them in the future!”
“Absolutely brilliant service and I could not recommend enough. Both Paula and Louise literally do not stop until they get the mortgage for you. We've had a few obstacles due to our credit history but Paula worked her magic. Thank you so much”
“Paula and Louise have been helpful and supportive throughout the process of buying our first home. It was daunting but they explained every step and have always been there to answer our many questions. We managed to get our mortgage in principle within 24 hours and when we wanted to swap plots, they made it happen smoothly for us. I’d recommend them to anyone☺️”
“Would highly recommend Paula to anyone. Purchasing these two properties was a challenging process but Paula provided a number of solutions to suit the circumstances which allowed us to move forward. Paula and the team were very helpful throughout. Thanks for all the help! J”
“My first time buying a home and Paula made everything so easy, even when things didn’t go quite to plan she was always on top of everything. So helpful and friendly every step of the way, I would definitely recommend!”
“My first time buying a home and Paula made everything so easy, even when things didn’t go quite to plan she was always on top of everything. So helpful and friendly every step of the way, I would definitely recommend!”
“First time buying a property and Paula made me feel so at ease and explained everything so I understood every aspect of the process. I would 100% recommend her to anyone needing a mortgage advisor as she made the whole process so straightforward and sent me weekly updates and reminders which I found very helpful. She is always at the end of the phone and nothing is too much trouble, great customer service and chased our solicitors too which was a huge help.”
“Amazing service for Paula! Extremely helpful with explaining the details in regards to insurance renewal! Took the time to go through everything one by one and ensured she got the best deal for me! Thanks ever so much! Look forward to speaking again when my mortgage is ready for re doing!!!”
“At first I was afraid, I was petrified, felt like I would never have a mortgage adviser by my side but then I met Paula Bingham 100% recommend”
“Highly recommend Belle Maison Mortgages!!!! If somebody told me a year ago I’d be buying my first home, let alone be able to get a mortgage on my own I wouldn’t of believed them .. but Paula made it possible. Paula was amazing, always on hand when I needed her. I can’t thank her enough for everything! she was with me every step of the way from start to finish. Anybody looking to get a mortgage I would recommend Paula a Hundred times over! 🏡🤍”
“I highly recommend Paula and her team. Her mortgage Broking service was excellent and professional. She was constantly in communication with us and held our hand throughout the process.She also talked through our life insurance options and explained it in refreshing and simple way.Amazing service. Thank you!”
“Paula has been absolutely brilliant in organising 3 mortgages for me in just over a year. I had a complicated situation to sort with houses and she gave me perfect advice for it and took all the worry of mortgages away by doing all the work for me. I recently wanted to make a change on my mortgage and she quickly and efficiently organised this for me. Highly recommend.”
“I cannot thank Paula and Louise enough for helping me through the buying process from start to finish. Both professional and down to earth that I felt comfortable asking them anything at anytime, even the little daft questions. From initial consultation right through to completion they were there helping me; recommending solicitors, organising insurance policies, chasing relevant parties and ensuring I was always prepared/aware for the next stage in the process. I highly recommend and will be certainly be using again in the future.Thank you again for everything”
“I cannot speak more highly of the service I received from Paula and Louise. Due to my partners job my current (at the time) mortgage provider were unhelpful and told us they wouldn’t lend to us, and other high street lenders were unlikely too as well. This was extremely stressful at the time. After an hours appointment with Paula we both felt a lot more positive and in the end we got a mortgage with a high street lender. Our mortgage term and mortgage payments are much shorter and lower than we were expecting which was a bonus. Paula also sourced us a DIP double the amount of a previous mortgage broker.. the list goes on for the things Paula was able to do! Paula was on hand to sort out any little, or big bump in the road, which was a great help in what could have been a much more stressful process. Would recommend to anyone in any situation. Thanks again ☺️ Xxx”
“Paula was brilliant when trying to sort a small mortgage to release some equity, helped sort out what we needed to do to be approved and kept us well informed all the way through. Would recommend anyone needing help with mortgages has a chat with Paula”
“We were recommended to Paula via a friend and were not disappointed! She was helpful and professional and extremely patient with us.In all honesty we were a nightmare for her to work with and she deserves a medal for wrangling it all out for us! Her advice helped us knock our 20 year mortgage down to 16 and clear the help to buy loan off our house in one swing.Will be using her again when we next move!”
“I can't thank Paula enough for all she has done getting our mortgage sorted as it certainly wasn't a straight forward one! Nothing was too much for her and she went above and beyond for us taking so much of the stress away that comes with buying and selling a house. She is extremally personable and professional and I would highly recommend to anybody.”
“I would recommend Paula to anyone! (And have already been telling a lot of my friends to get in touch with her for help) From day 1 of dealing with Paula she has been so quick, helpful and knowledgable in her responses. When first looking to get a mortgage, due to my job my partners current lender wouldn’t lend to us, and unhelpfully told us we would struggle with any high street lenders… We then contacted a mortgage broker who couldn’t help us too much due to changing football club around the same time.We then approached Paula who was able to get us a decision in principle for double the amount of the previous broker and with a high street lender, which we ended up securing our mortgage offer with too. She then continued helping us every step of the way and took away all of the stress (that was in her control anyway). Paula also helped us with life insurance, talking us through all the different options in a friendly and sensitive manner.She literally could not have done anything else for us, and we are both super grateful! A really positive experience for our first home together 🥂🎉🏡 xxx”
“Paula and Louise were incredibly patient and supportive throughout my whole experience of purchasing as a first time buyer. I have been in my new home for nearly a month and can't thank them enough for answering all my random questions and putting my mind at ease. I would definitely recommend their service and guidance. Thank you team Belle Maison x”
“I initially contacted Paula at the end of lockdown after seeing her excellent reviews and knowing her from school. It felt like our last chance at this point as we’d previously been turned down twice. Paula FaceTimed us whilst having our 2 children in the background but it didn’t faze her. After what felt like a lifetime, lots of things going wrong and lots of tears and tantrums (from me) we eventually got there. Paula was on holiday on our completion date but she was still in contact from Dubai! I just want to say a massive thank you and making our families dreams finally come true 🏡👨👩👧👦”
“Honestly I couldn’t imagine a more friendly and supportive adviser! From the beginning Paula explained everything so well for us total beginners and was always there to answer any questions we had about the whole house buying process. Fast replies and easy to get a hold of - what more could you ask for! As one of us was self employed we were really nervous about mortgages having heard so many scary stories but Paula put our minds at ease and found us a great mortgage offer and insurances. Once again a huge thanks Paula! ❤️”
“Trying to purchase our ‘Affordable Living’ housing association property with a crazy ‘Percentage Bond Scheme’ set up by them and our local council, was nothing less than a headache for the Mortgage Brokers we tried before being recommended Paula. A couple of emails and phone calls later and the challenge was accepted!Paula worked thoroughly throughout what can only be described as a challenging process back and forth with the housing providers and mortgage lenders to be able to gain & submit all the required details and was successful in achieving us our mortgage offer!Paula also swiftly dealt with our Life Insurance and Home Insurance which just took another job out of our hands as like with most people, were busy at work ourselves!I often say that sometimes is just easier just to pay the professionals and let them do all the hard work and in this case I was definitely right!Thank you for helping us to achieve what was quickly becoming in our eyes the impossible task of buying our first ‘Owned’ home!I would 100% recommend Paula to all of my friends, family & colleagues in the future!Thank you Paula for all the hard work you have put in to helping us buy our home.R&M”
“Paula was amazing from start to finish! She was there every step of the way and no question was a hassle. She was extremely professional and helped throughout the whole process! Her advise and guidance was paramount and I would recommend her to anyone! Couldn’t have done it without you, thank you Paula!! Xx”
“Paula has been fantastic throughout our home buying process. From the very start she walked us through different mortgage lengths, interest rates as well as life and home insurance and made sure we were fully informed of everything throughout ☺️.”
“Paula was really helpful in guiding me through the whole mortgage application process as a first time buyer. Its been a very long and complicated 6 months, which has been very challenging and stressful at times. She has had the answers to all my questions no matter how big or small and I could not recommend her enough. Thank you 😊”
“Can’t recommend Paula enough, we didn’t have the smoothest house buying process for a number of factors out of ours and Paula’s hands but she made it so simple and easy and really took the stress away from us. She so lovely and easy to work with and goes above and beyond to get you the right deal and the keys to your house as quick as possible.”
“I would 100% recommend Paula. Her knowledge, professionalism and help has been outstanding. She thoroughly explains everything and keeps you informed constantly. Nothing has ever been too much trouble for Paula and has always been at the end of the phone to assist wherever she can. I can not fault the service I have received as a client of Paula Smith Just Mortgages.”
“Would 100% recommend Paula for all your mortgage and insurance needs. We had be trying for 4 months to arrange an equity release on our existing mortgage to fund an extension and after loads of messing about we were offered a lower borrow than we needed with the condition of paying off other debts we hadn’t planned to do. We were at the point of giving up when I decided to try Paula for advice, within 8 days we had borrowed exactly what we needed at a better rate and with no conditions!!! Paula kept me informed the whole way through the process and was patient and helpful with all my questions and anxieties after such a bad experience! We also looked at our current insurance policies and discovered we didn’t have the level of cover we thought we had for the past 12 years!! Again Paula was able to advise on the level of cover we needed and recommended the best policies that actually pay out when you need it! Great for peace of mind and competitive pricing too. My only regret is that I didn’t contact Paula in the first place and wasted 4 months! Great communication, friendly, knowledgable efficient service, we will be back when the fixed rate expires in 2 years 😀😀”
“Paula helped myself and my partner get our life insurance/income protection etc in order. We're not the most organised people in the world, so having her help to get it all sorted definitely made the whole process a lot easier. Very friendly and professional. Would definitely recommend.Thanks:-)”
“After months of struggling to get a mortgage offer we had started to lose hope but then after getting in touch with Paula we had a lender in place within the same week! She did everything from handling the offer process to organising all our insurances which we were completely clueless about. As a first time buyer it was so useful having Paula there for all my hundreds of questions, and thankfully her speedy replies and chasing up of all the different people involved meant a rapid turnaround of just 3 weeks from finding our house to moving! Would 100% recommend. Thank you Paula for all of your support and making the whole process stress free! 🌟”
“Paula has helped us as a family sort our insurance out. My original policy was way out of date so we wanted a new policy to cover various things. She was quick at getting us in to speak to her and very flexible with her appointment times as family life can be busy for us. She was very friendly and helpful! Everything is in place and we can now relax knowing that we are covered for any future changes thanks to Paula’s help. Keep up the good work 👍🏼”
“Paula has been so amazing during the whole process and put up with my numerous phone calls and messages 🙈 Everything was so fast and received my mortgage offer within 8 days of finding a house, after been knocked back previously I was going to leave it a year but gave it one last go.. so pleased I did!! I would recommend Paula to absolutely anybody wanting a mortgage, I wish I came here first!”
“Couldn’t recommend working with Paula more! She was completely flexible around my work schedule booking early morning meetings! She kept me up to date with everything that was going on and I got a mortgage offer in the space of a week - which I didn’t think would be so easy with it being attached to a commercial property! Thanks so much Paula 🤩🙏🏠”
“Paula has been extremely helpful helping me find a mortgage, hardly any queries from application and really fast and straight forward process. Paula has been great to work with, really easy to chat to, she understood exactly what I was looking for and explained everything perfectly! Definitely recommend 😊🏡🍾”
“A week ago we gave up on our dream home as three different mortgage advisors told us there wasn’t a product for us. Paula was recommended to us and was our last chance. She took us on and less than a week later we’ve had our mortgage offer 🏡. Cannot thank her enough, she is always happy to help, no question is too much trouble and has been great at keeping us informed. 😁”
“I highly recommend working with Paula. I had had some changes from last time I was remortgaging and wasn’t sure what best to do for my next remortgage. Paula suggested and then found the perfect mortgage for my current situation all while doing the hard work for me. She was a joy to chat to and nothing was too much trouble with my many questions! Too top it all off my mortgage she worked on was approved by the lender in under 24hours helped by Paula’s professional work. I certainly plan to use Paula for all future mortgages I may need.”
“Would 100% recommend Paula! Took all the stress away and worked round our work schedules. Answered our many questions, nothing was too much for her. Made us feel at ease from the start!”
“CALLING ALL FIRST TIME BUYERS! Being a first time buyer I didn’t know where to start, my busy work schedule left zero time for me to chase up all the right people and get all the arrangements in order. Thankfully Paula accommodated and worked round me, she communicated with the estate agents and solicitors, helped me book viewings all the way to filling in solicitors paperwork. I literally had nothing to worry about Paula handled everything from getting the best mortgage to making sure I was fully protected with the right insurances. One minute you're answering a few questions and the next you've got a date to view a house. In no time at all I was a homeowner all thanks to Paula's quick and efficient service✅”
“Would definitely recommend Paula for all your mortgage needs. She made the whole process hassle free and made sure we got the best deal for us.”
“If anyone is looking for any help with all their mortgage needs then look no further... Paula supported us from the very start of our house buying process right through to the end. From handling the offer process for us, to finding the best mortgage deal and even sorting our life insurance. We couldn’t of done it without the help she provided, would highly recommend to anyone looking for a mortgage broker. 🏡”
“Would absolutely recommend Paula! She has made my life so much easier by taking all the stress away from getting a mortgage approved. Santander unfortunately wouldn’t take into consideration my self employee wage but Paula fixed that right up and within a week I already had a mortgage offer on the table from another bank. Made all the documentation side of things really easy & straight forward and has kept in constant contact with me and even taken an interest in the whole house process & has given me advice with it all! Paula’s service is 10/10 and has the personal touch that just makes it miles above the mainstream advisors you find with the big companies”
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