Welcome to Northern Standard Mortgages
Northern Standard Mortgages are a Newcastle Upon Tyne based Mortgage and Protection Broker founded by Andrew and Vincent, friends and colleagues with over 20 years of financial services experience. The company was set up with the aim of getting mortgage and protection advice back to basics with full focus on friendly, personal and professional advice. For us, the client should always come first, too often now you will deal with large faceless firms where the client just feels like a number. At Northern Standard Mortgages our objective is to give you the best experience possible so when you have worked with us once, you will never want to use another broker again. We commit to a lifetime service for all of our clients so that we can deliver the best outcome for you and your family each and every time you require our services.
First and foremost, our objective is to get you the best and most suitable deal on your mortgage and protection policy as after all, that is the main reason you are looking to work with us. We'll give you a friendly and personable service all the way through the process and will be on hand to help with any questions you might have at any stage. Once we conclude the transaction our service does not stop there. Our lifetime service means that next time you need a mortgage or protection review you can be sure that Northern Standard Mortgages will be there to help. We also have a refer a friend scheme which means that not only will we get you the best deal, we will also help your friends and family with their need and you can earn some vouchers for referring them to us.
Meet the Team
Andrew Thompson - Director
I have over 11 years of experience in the financial services industry specialising in a number of areas. Having started with 5 years at a large insurance brokerage, I then moved into banking at one of the largest retail banks in the UK as a Team Manager in their savings department. In 2018, after 3 successful years I progressed onto one of the UK's largest whole of market mortgage brokers as a Mortgage Expert. In 2021, after a brief stint working as a self employed mortgage and protection adviser, I decided to set up my own brokerage with my friend and former colleague, Vinny.
When I'm not in the office, you'll find me spending time with my wife and two daughters or enjoying the outdoors. I love running and any other form of physical activity. Living in Northumberland gives me access to a fantastic selection of countryside and coastline locations, even if the weather doesn't always match the scenery!
Vincent Wu - Director
Hi, I’m Vinny. I'm a business graduate with a wealth of knowledge in business management and finance that specialises in mortgage and protection advice. I've been in financial services since 2012 with one of the UK's largest mortgage and protection brokers in both advisory and leadership roles.
As a perfectionist with an energetic and outgoing attitude, my clients can relax in the knowledge that I'll deliver for them and their families when they need it most.
When I'm not in the office you'll find me spending time with my wife, two sons and dog on frequent trips to the Lake District, or at St James' Park watching my beloved Newcastle United.
Fraser Greenwell - Director
Hi, I'm Fraser. I have over 14 year experience working in financial services. I started my career at the age of 17 with my first job at one the UK’s largest high street banks. I worked there for nearly 7 years before joining one of the largest mortgage and protection brokers in the UK where I spent the next 7 successful years in advising and management positions. In 2022, I decided to make the move to join my former colleagues Andy and Vinny as a Director at Northern Standard Mortgages.
When I'm not working, you'll usually find me watching football or spending time with my fiancé. We’re currently planning our wedding for 2023 which is taking up most of the free time I can find between the football schedule. I’m a huge fan of Liverpool FC and have been all over the world to watch them play.
Daisy - Office Pooch
Hi, I'm Daisy. I'm the official Northern Standard Mortgages Office Pooch. I'm a cockapoo with many years experience of being cute and friendly. My job is to look cute around the office and to make sure the guys take regular breaks from their hard work to take me for walks and to give me attention.
Although Vinny is my human, I spend so much time in the office working that I have adopted Andy and Fraser as my humans too.
When I'm not working I love treats and belly rubs. I love going on holiday with my family to anywhere I can go for long walks and play outside.