We were proud to be shortlisted at the Defaqto Awards in London for Individual Mortgage Broker of the Year and Protection Firm of the Year. Read about an unforgettable evening celebrating success across the finance industry.
Proud to Be Shortlisted at the Defaqto Awards 2026
Recently, we had the privilege of attending the prestigious Defaqto Awards 2026 in London — an evening celebrating excellence, professionalism, and achievement across the financial services industry.
This year was particularly special for us, as we were incredibly proud to be shortlisted for not one, but two major awards:
- Individual Mortgage Broker of the Year
- Protection Firm of the Year
To be recognised alongside some of the most respected names and professionals within the industry was a huge achievement in itself and something we are extremely grateful for.
Recognition We’re Truly Proud Of
Running NxtGen Mortgages comes with its challenges, and a lot of the hard work happens quietly behind the scenes — supporting clients through major life decisions, navigating complex cases, and always striving to provide the highest possible level of service.
That’s why being shortlisted for these awards meant so much to us.
While we were naturally disappointed not to come away with the win on the night, we are incredibly proud simply to have reached the finalist stage. Being recognised at a national level by such a respected organisation is something we do not take for granted.
For us, the nomination reflected the hard work, dedication, and care that goes into helping our clients every single day.
A Fantastic Evening in London
The awards evening itself was a brilliant experience from start to finish.
Held in London, the event brought together a huge number of successful professionals and businesses from across the world of finance, mortgages, protection, and financial advice.
It was a fantastic opportunity to:
- Meet and network with industry leaders
- Celebrate achievements across the sector
- Reflect on how far the business has come
- Share experiences with other advisers and firms
- Gain inspiration from some of the top professionals in the industry
The atmosphere throughout the evening was incredibly positive, with everyone there recognising the hard work and commitment that goes into delivering excellent client outcomes.
Proud of the Journey
Being shortlisted for both Individual Mortgage Broker of the Year and Protection Firm of the Year gave us an opportunity to reflect on the journey of the business so far.
Over the years, our focus has always remained the same:
- Providing honest, tailored mortgage advice
- Supporting clients through complex situations
- Helping families protect their homes and finances
- Delivering a personal service clients can trust
To see those efforts recognised on such a large stage was genuinely rewarding.
Thank You to Our Clients and Supporters
Achievements like this would never be possible without the trust and support of our clients, introducers, business partners, friends, and family.
Every recommendation, referral, review, and client conversation has helped us grow into the business we are today.
We’re incredibly thankful to everyone who continues to support us and trust us with such important financial decisions.
Looking Ahead
Although we didn’t take home the awards this year, the experience has only motivated us further.
Being shortlisted has reinforced our commitment to continuing to improve, grow, and provide the highest level of mortgage and protection advice possible.
We’re excited about what the future holds and look forward to continuing to support even more clients in the years ahead.
Thank You
Thank you again to everyone who has supported us on our journey so far. Being recognised at the Defaqto Awards was a moment we are incredibly proud of — and one we will remember for a long time to come.
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