About Overseas Mortgage Broker
Overseas Mortgage Broker Ltd was founded in 2008. The company’s philosophy is to provide clear mortgage advice to people looking to buy properties outside their usual country of residence.
For 20 years, we have been working closely with clients from all over the world looking to finance homes abroad.
We work closely with international and Italian banks, offering our clients, the best financing available.
We offer a comprehensive service right from the beginning all the way through to completion day.
We offer a free pre-approval mortgage service so that you feel confident to house hunt. When you are ready to proceed we arrange for your application to be fully packaged and sent to the lender for approval. Should you need to visit the bank in person, one of our associates will accompany you.
Should you need assistance with foreign exchange, legal and notary matters or help with builders, we will help you every step of the way!
Meet the Team
Stephen Brown
Founder & Senior Mortgage Financier | Cross-Border Specialist
With over 25 years in international finance and as a business owner since 2008, Stephen Brown leads a multi-award-winning practice focused exclusively on complex cross-border property finance.
He advises high-net-worth individuals, multinational executives, and commercial investors on residential mortgages across the US and Europe, and structures large-scale commercial transactions globally. His expertise spans multi-currency lending, non-resident borrowing, dual-jurisdiction compliance, and tight-deadline execution.
Backed by direct relationships with global banks, private debt funds, and institutional lenders, Stephen is trusted by clients and counterparts worldwide to deliver clarity, speed, and solutions where others see obstacles.
Awarded for excellence in solving complexity—not just arranging finance, but architecting it
Alexa Sherwood-Brown
Mortgage Administrator and Lender Co-Ordinator
With over 30 years of experience in the mortgage industry, I have built my career around providing efficient, reliable support throughout the lending process. For the past 20 years, I have specialised in working with overseas clients, with particular expertise in assisting buyers purchasing property in Italy.
As a Mortgage Administrator and Lender Co-ordinator, I work closely with clients, lenders, and professionals to ensure applications progress smoothly from start to finish. My experience, attention to detail, and understanding of international mortgage requirements help make the process as straightforward and stress-free as possible.
Overseas Mortgage Broker Ltd always recommends that you take independent legal advice on any property purchase.
We were a winner in the The Overseas Property Professional (OPP) Awards for Excellence 2011 in the best Financial Services Provider Category.
Our Commercial Department is managed by MBA qualified managers.