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Saffron Building Society: Mortgages reviews

4.30
Based on 456 reviews, last reviewed 18th Dec 2024
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Latest highest rating:

5

Great app and top customer service. I was a member years ago then closed my accounts when I needed the money after moving from Birmingham to Portsmouth.and they accepted to reopen my acc... Read more Reviewed on: 11th December 2024
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Latest lowest rating:

1

Hard work, changing criteria and ZERO flexibility Hard work (which isn't an issue), however the changing of criteria is hard to stomach. Also the speed they do things is mind blowing, rather than aski... Read more Reviewed on: 18th December 2024
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About this product

Buying a new home is an exciting time for anyone, but finding the right mortgage product can be difficult. We collect Saffron Building Society mortgage reviews to help you make an informed decision when finding the right lender for you.

Saffron Building Society is a mutual organisation offering a wide range of mortgage products. Before taking out a mortgage product make sure that you’re confident with the terms, conditions and interest rates. Always consult the lender or an independent advisor if you need help understanding your options.

Are you interested in Saffron Building Society mortgages? Find out what mortgage products borrowers have taken out and if they have been satisfied with their choice. Learn more about the application process and customer service. Find out if borrowers would recommend the Society. All of this and more can be found in our Saffron Building Society mortgage reviews.

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Saffron Building Society Mortgages reviews (456)

Review of the Saffron Building Society, Mortgages:

Great app and top customer service.

5
I was a member years ago then closed my accounts when I needed the money after moving from Birmingham to Portsmouth.and they accepted to reopen my account and the app is not lpleasant. Reviewed on: 11th December 2024

People who know what they are doing

5
Out of every bank/ building society that I deal with Saffron actually help the best they can. Whether it is answering questions or putting you along the right path. You don't get lost in a giant computer system as you can talk to people who know what they are doing. Reviewed on: 17th August 2024

Rewarding experience

5
Lisa Holden was very knowledgeable and dealt with all my queries without hesitation. She made it a very rewarding experience. Reviewed on: 14th August 2024

Great customer service

5
I’m really pleased that we stuck with Saffron for our next mortgage. The service I’ve received has been brilliant. Every time I’ve spoken to someone over the phone, they’ve always been really helpful. Then Leon Walker from the retentions team has given fantastic service from start to finish getting our mortgage sorted! Reviewed on: 6th August 2024

The mortgage process was inefficient and laborious

2
The process to open an expat buy to let mortgage with you was horrible. The requirements kept changing or being added to. We weren’t able to speak directly with you, which feels incredibly impersonal and just added even more to the inefficiency of it all, meaning any question took a week to answer. For the amount of money we paid you in fees, we should have had the direct dial of a liaison that helped manage the whole process. After finally getting the mortgage, I spoke to someone to get the online account open and they were extremely helpful, what a contrast! Reviewed on: 5th August 2024

Mortgage switch

5
Despite a letter going astray, once I contacted Saffron they dealt with my mortgage switch quickly and efficiently by email and online. Reviewed on: 5th August 2024

Keep checking rates people!

3
My initial mortgage rate was secured by a broker so easy first time round, but second time round not so much. The Customer services team are very good and helpful but I'm not impressed that now I have agree a new fixed rate which will start in November that it is down to me to regularly check the mortgage rates available between now and then?! Surely Saffron should advise you if a lower rate becomes available? Not great customer service that could potentially cost a lot each month if you are not vigilant and keep checking. Thought the customer always came first? Reviewed on: 25th July 2024

Thank you

5
Very helpful and understanding, thank you for listening to my request and the staff were all excellent. I will recommend friends and family to use Saffron Reviewed on: 23rd July 2024

Great service and good product knowledge!

5
Great service and good product knowledge! The staff are polite and friendly and good at understanding customer needs! Well done! Reviewed on: 19th July 2024

Efficiently dealt with, prompt service

5
Efficiently dealt with, prompt service Reviewed on: 18th July 2024

Helen Cooper of the Mortgage Redemption Service

5
We have had wonderful interactions especially with Helen Cooper of the Mortgage Redemption Service. Helen is always clear, friendly, supportive, encouraging and brilliant at helping us find a way through. We cannot thank her enough. Reviewed on: 18th July 2024

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