SPF SPORTS & MEDIA
Welcome
Since 1997 SPF, now part of Howden, has been servicing the property nance needs of individuals and their families from around the globe. Recognising the importance of discretion, speed and exibility, the SPF Sports & Media team was launched to provide a single point of contact for professionals and their advisers in the sports and media industry, giving them access to our award-winning mortgage advice service, knowledge and connections.
We work with our clients and their professional advisers to nd the very best lending solutions, taking into account complex income structures, contracts and unique scenarios. We have built a strong reputation for providing expert advice across a wide range of scenarios and have access to a huge network of property professionals, lawyers and tax advisers.
Our advisers, all experts in their eld, look forward to sharing their knowledge and delivering solutions to suit your requirements both now and in the future.
Jåïmë Hårrïs Head of Sports & Media
Our approach
e way in which we deliver our service is tailored to each individual’s requirements. In some cases, a client may want us to deal with them directly, or in other circumstances, it may be we are involved with their private adviser or agency. We are here to be part of the team, however that may be structured.
We have rst-hand experience in complex income structures and contracts and deal with unique scenarios in a timely fashion.
We o er expert advice across all aspects of property nance, including reviewing existing mortgage arrangements and discussing any future requirements in line with personal and career goals.
Our highly-experienced team are adept at dealing with UK and international clients, covering several languages, including French, Spanish, Greek and Mandarin.
We are here to be part of the team, however that may be structured. “ “
Our services
Residential Mortgages - We work with more than 100 lenders, covering every lending scenario ranging from rst-time buyer mortgages through to million-pound mortgages, and we know the key contacts within them. We can o%en negotiate bespoke and preferential terms based on the signi cant volumes of lending that we place with them each year.
Farms & Estates Finance - Financing a farm or country estate can be more complex than a standard residential mortgage. We work with lenders who take a long-term view on the plans for the property, land usage and succession planning so that solutions are t for purpose both now and in the future.
Buy-to-let Investment Mortgages - Making sure you aren’t paying more than you absolutely need to for your buy-to-let mortgage is a vital part of getting the best returns from your investment property. It doesn’t matter how much you charge in rent, if your funding is not competitively priced you will not be generating as much income as you could. Our team of experienced advisers has access to a wide range of buy-to-let mortgage options, as well as many deals that are only available to brokers, so you can rest assured that you will get the right loan for your circumstances.
International Property - SPF is one of the few UK mortgage brokerages to have an international mortgage desk, dedicated to advising clients buying abroad. We advise clients looking to buy in or relocate to the following countries: France and Monaco, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Switzerland, the Caribbean, Hong Kong, Singapore and Dubai. Countries further a eld are considered on a case-by-case basis.
Commercial Real Estate – We have an exceptional track record in arranging funding across a wide range of commercial property sectors, including residential, retail, o&ce, leisure and industrial. Typical deal sizes range from £5 million to £100 million and solutions are available on even the most complex and time-sensitive of cases.
Asset Finance - With an unrivalled level of expertise in the aviation and marine sectors on both the legal and banking side, we have access to a wide number of lenders spanning aviation, marine, automotive, art, farming and green/eco equipment.
Property Insurance – We work exclusively with a select panel of insurance companies based upon their solid reputations, innovative philosophy to deal with claims and market leading coverage. We can arrange insurance cover for a variety of assets including homes, sports cars, yachts, ne art and jewellery collections.
We can assist with various scenarios including:
Buying a rst home
Moving home
Securing a new rate (remortgaging)
Buy-to-let
Short-term nance (auctions/bridging)
Large mortgages
Self-build mortgages
Overseas properties
New-build mortgages
UK Mortgages (for those based overseas) and international mortgages
Complex income (self-employed/contracts/ royalties/assets)
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offer expert advice across all aspects of property nance, including reviewing existing mortgage arrangements and discussing any future requirements in line with personal and career goals.
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What our clients say
Personable and timely
Very comprehensive review of the options and excellent communication throughout.
By Marie 7 Aug 2024
e team were brilliant e team were just brilliant, such a great service, really professional. I got a great deal on a mortgage and I’d 100% recommend SPF to anyone about to buy a home.
By Adam 6 Nov 2024
Fantastic Experience with SPF
e team at SPF were extremely helpful throughout the process, they clearly outlined our options, responded to any queries very promptly and were overall lovely to work with. Whilst we initially approached them for mortgage advice, they proactively o ered us insurance services too, which was highly appreciated.
By Alexander Smith 19 Jul 2024
Quick response and service is A class
e team respond to my enquiry in speedy manner. ey were able to provide the best solution for my case.
By P Stirling 5 May 2024
Professional Racing Driver
I was struggling, with being a sportsman, to nd and get approved on a mortgage. I was recommended SPF by a friend, which was one of the best things that happened to me. ey were extremely friendly, welcoming and supportive. And got me approved on my rst mortgage within days. It is without question, that I will be going back to SPF as and when required
By Jake 6 Nov 2024
Getting in touch
Speak to our Sports & Media team today to nd out how we can help you with all of your property nance requirements.
Jaime Harris Head of Sports and Media
Jaime joined SPF in 2018 from a varied career in banking and nance. Having worked with private client advisers in the UK and o shore for 20+ years, and with a strong interest in motorsport since she was a child, Jaime heads up SPF’s Sports & Media team, which assists clients from all over the world purchase homes and luxury assets. She is passionate about nancial education and strives to empower people of all ages with the con dence to make informed nancial decisions.
Elliot Hood Mortgage Adviser
With years of experience advising clients in the sports and media industry, Elliot brings valuable expertise in managing the unique nancial needs of athletes, sports and media professionals and high-net worth individuals. Elliot works closely with his clients, helping them to navigate complex nancial situations and providing personalised solutions that alight with both their personal and career goals.
Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage or any other debt secured on it. Changes in the exchange rate may increase the sterling equivalent of your debt.
We may charge a fee for the advice we provide; this fee will be dependent upon your personal circumstances and will be agreed with you a%er we have fully understood your requirements. Any fee is payable upon successful completion of your transaction, unless agreed otherwise. We may also receive commission from the lender/insurer.
SPF Private Clients is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). e FCA does not regulate some types of buy-to-let, commercial and overseas mortgages and taxation advice. SPF is a credit broker, not a lender. Any credit will be subject to an assessment of the customer’s nancial circumstances or status. FCA company registration number 189213.