Business Details
38 Years
experience
Trusted Financial Advisers in Basildon
Materials Search & Selection (MSS) has established itself as a leader in technology-driven financial services for the UK property market. Since 1988, we have connected consumers, lenders, and intermediaries through innovative solutions, leveraging data-driven tools to enhance our value proposition. Our focus on mortgages, protection, general insurance, and ancillary services has created a scalable network that empowers smaller firms to access large lender contracts. With over 150 employees and 1,300 mortgage advisers, we combine decades of industry expertise with cutting-edge technology. Our acquisitions and partnerships, including Stonebridge, Revolution, and Pure Protect, reflect our commitment to growth and service excellence.We prioritise integrity, customer-centric advice, and investment in our people's development. Backed by a 13 billion mortgage completion record in 2024, we continue to revolutionise the market while maintaining ethical standards. Our group companies provide proprietary technology platforms, in-house mortgage brokering, and insurance services, ensuring comprehensive support for clients and network members. Through strategic innovation and collaboration, we remain dedicated to progressing mortgage transactions efficiently for consumers and professionals alike.
Services
Mortgage Brokerage
Insurance Services
Surveying Services
Technology Solutions
Protection Services
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have 30+ years of experience in UK mortgage and financial services.
- Our proprietary technology platforms enhance efficiency and service delivery.
- We offer access to large lender contracts through a scalable network.
- Our team includes industry experts with proven leadership in financial services.
- We prioritise ethical advice and customer-centric solutions.
Services
Mortgage Brokerage
We provide comprehensive mortgage brokerage services through a network of 1,300+ advisers. Our platform connects consumers with lenders, offering tailored solutions for residential and commercial properties. With 13 billion in completions (2024), we combine market expertise with technology-driven efficiency to streamline the mortgage process.
Insurance Services
Our insurance division offers life, critical illness, and income protection policies through Stonebridge Protect and Pure Protect. These services cater to customers referred by mortgage advisers, providing integrated financial security solutions. We focus on competitive coverage options and seamless claims support.
Technology Solutions
We develop innovative technology platforms like Revolution, designed to enhance mortgage advisory workflows. These tools support lead generation, product selection, and business processing, backed by a dedicated in-house development team focused on continuous improvement and digital transformation.
Surveying Services
Through strategic partnerships and in-house capabilities, we deliver surveying services for mortgage lenders. Our solutions include traditional valuations, local desktop assessments, and new build risk exposure analysis, ensuring accurate property evaluations across the UK market.
Protection Services
We specialise in protection services covering life insurance, critical illness cover, and income protection. These products are integrated with mortgage solutions to provide holistic financial security, delivered through a network of authorised advisers and digital platforms.
People
Rob Clifford
Chief Executive, Stonebridge
Rob Clifford leads Stonebridge's financial services arm, bringing extensive experience from roles at Virgin Money, West Brom Building Society, and Mortgageforce. He oversees strategic growth and commercial operations for MSS.
Heath Walker
Chief Financial Officer
Heath Walker, a chartered accountant, has 15 years of experience in financial strategy for private equity-backed businesses. He joined MSS in 2020 to drive growth initiatives across healthcare, technology, and financial sectors.
Questions
What services does Mortgage Support Services offer?
We provide mortgage brokerage, insurance, surveying, and technology solutions through our network of 1,300 advisers and proprietary platforms like Revolution.
How does MSS connect consumers with lenders?
Our network aggregates providers and leverages technology to streamline mortgage transactions, enabling access to large lender contracts for smaller firms.
What technology platforms do you use?
We develop proprietary systems like Revolution to enhance advisory workflows, including lead generation, product selection, and business processing tools.
Which areas do you serve?
Our services cover the entire UK property market, supporting both residential and commercial mortgage needs.
