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Family Building Society: Mortgages reviews

Name: Mortgages
Rating: 4.75 (704 reviews)

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4.75

Based on 704 reviews, last reviewed 8th Aug 2026

3% increase in 5 star reviews

in the past 90 days

200% increase in 1 star reviews

in the past 90 days

93%

Latest highest rating:

5

Called to ask a few questions on SVP, and received a... Called to ask a few questions on SVP, and received above and beyond support, and willingness to answer questions there and then. Hats off to Kumaran. Reviewed on: 8th August 2026

Latest lowest rating:

1

Never again ! As an introducer, we rely on communication and assistance when we feel the need to escalate a case. My recent experience is that we receive very limit... Read more Reviewed on: 29th July 2026

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Family Building Society mortgages are available with fixed or variable interest rates.

Family Building Society use tailored credit checks rather than credit scoring to assess affordability and have specialist mortgages for first time buyers. There’s a range of mortgages for landlords and self-employed too.

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Family Building Society Mortgages reviews (704)

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Trying to buy your first home is really stressful. My parents are dying to help and this is the best building society for that! First off they are great with the age limit of the oldest applicant where other banks are very dismissive. Ed who I spoke with when trying to make my choices and see what would be viable came back with what would be possible and explained it clearly before I started handing over any application fees. I'd definitely recommend for first time buyers. Reviewed on: 22nd December 2023

Reply from Family Building Society Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review, we're so pleased to hear of your positive experience with us. Response date: 22nd December 2023

Exceptional customer service

I rang new business to sort out my new mortgage deal, Mia was exceptional, even though she was not feeling well she was patient and understanding of my need to get this sorted. I am 73 yrs old and not very computer savvy but she was extremely patient and talked me through the process to a great end result for me . She is a credit to the Building Society and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend you to anyone. Thank you so much for taking a load off of my mind. Reviewed on: 20th December 2023

Reply from Family Building Society Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us this review, 're so pleased to hear you had a positive experience with us, and specifically with Mia! Response date: 21st December 2023

Great mortgage products for older people, including retired

My husband and I are in our 60s and had to re-locate to a more expensive area. We needed a mortgage to purchase a new property but some banks would only lend for a maximum of five years, meaning huge monthly mortgage re-payments. The Family Building Society agreed an Offset Mortgage for a 25 year period, which is perfect for our needs. The mortgage adviser, Peter Cook, was exceptionally helpful in explaining the options available. Reviewed on: 15th December 2023

Reply from Family Building Society Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review, it's great to hear your positive feedback on our later life lending! Response date: 19th December 2023

Mortgages for older borrowers

Getting a mortgage in later life for whatever reason, can be a nightmare. It is worrying and can be very stressful. The Family Building Society understands that life is not always simple and is sympathetic to older people.It listens is always polite and considerate. Reviewed on: 14th December 2023

Reply from Family Building Society Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review, we're so pleased to hear your positive feedback regarding our later life lending! Response date: 19th December 2023

Mia was so helpful

I just phoned to talk about my mortgage and Mia was so helpful and answered all my questions so easily. Reviewed on: 12th December 2023

Reply from Family Building Society Thank you for leaving us this review, we're so pleased to hear you found Mia was helpful for you! Response date: 19th December 2023

Just what's needed!

We've found FBS to be very helpful and supportive in a very stressful and crucial situation. The information is always clear and the product we were offered originally was exactly what was needed.. Reviewed on: 10th December 2023

Reply from Family Building Society Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review, we're pleased to hear you found us very helpful and supportive! Response date: 12th December 2023

Mortgage Title Changes

Just in the process of changing names on mortgage, wasn't sure where to start with it but Serena got the ball rolling with the process and required information needed, very friendly and chatty and informative, I know what to do going forward, I highly recommend, when my current deal is up I'll be remortgaging. Reviewed on: 30th November 2023

Reply from Family Building Society Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review, we're so pleased to hear that you would highly recommend us! Response date: 5th December 2023

Mortgage renewal

nothing was to much trouble. Very helpful. Thanks Reviewed on: 29th November 2023

Reply from Family Building Society Thank you for leaving us this review, we're pleased you have positive feedback from your mortgage renewal! Response date: 5th December 2023

Intrim Statement Request

Very helpful and polite person. It was agreed to email me the document to save a administration charge. Reviewed on: 29th November 2023

Reply from Family Building Society Thank you for leaving us this review, we're pleased to hear you found us helpful and polite! Response date: 5th December 2023

Good service

Really good products for elderly people unable to secure mortgages Reviewed on: 24th November 2023

Reply from Family Building Society Thank you for leaving us this review, we're pleased to hear your positive feedback! Response date: 5th December 2023

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