When Angela Little, Director of A Little Advice, began looking for a new network, she knew exactly what she needed. After years of working within another network and two directly authorised firms, she often felt that compliance support was falling short. The fees were high, yet the value she was getting in return was minimal. When she heard about The Right Mortgage through another adviser, Angela decided to take a closer look and do her own research. It did not take long for her to realise she had found the right fit.
Compliance that is on your side
“The biggest difference is that the compliance team genuinely feels like they’re on your side,” Angela explained. “They have such a sensible, human approach. If you happen to forget to upload a document, they simply drop you a friendly, professional message to let you know. There’s no unnecessary stress or finger-pointing, just support and understanding. It’s such a refreshing change.”
Help you need, independence you crave
For Angela, the culture at TRM was exactly what she had been missing. “TRM manages to strike a great balance. It feels like a small, close-knit network, yet it’s actually a large, well-organised one. You get the attention and help you need when you ask for it, but you’re also left to run your business independently if that’s what you prefer. That attitude runs right through to the top. I honestly believe that if I needed to speak with a director, I could send an email and they’d respond personally.”
Even the day-to-day interactions stood out. “The people answering the phones are incredibly helpful and efficient. If something is urgent, they make sure you’re put through to the right person straight away.”
Training & Development Opportunities
Angela also highlighted how the training and development opportunities within TRM have helped her stay confident and up to date. “The ongoing training is another big plus. It’s not forced upon you, but it’s always there when you want it. The TRM website is straightforward and user-friendly, and if anyone in my team ever gets stuck, they can just call and find someone who’s genuinely happy to help.”
As a small brokerage, A Little Advice needed a network that offered value, not just a logo to trade under. “I didn’t want to feel like I was paying a hefty monthly fee just for the right to trade. What I really wanted was a network where help was there when I needed it, with real people at the end of the phone, not automated replies.”
Systems and tools for growth
She also wanted the systems and tools to help her team grow efficiently, as well as a CRM that was quick, professional, and simple to use. “Since joining TRM, we’ve got everything I hoped for and more. The Acre CRM system is fantastic. It’s intuitive and keeps you compliant at every step, which makes the process stress-free and efficient.”
Angela also praised the ongoing personal support she has received. “My compliance support, Bernice, is brilliant. She’s straight-talking, responsive, and usually gets back to me within the hour if I ever have a question. Kim has been an amazing sounding board whenever I’ve needed to run something past her, especially around recruitment and business growth.”
Expanding Protection business
One of Angela’s major goals was to expand A Little Advice’s protection business, and with TRM’s guidance she has achieved exactly that. “We were able to arrange in-house training that boosted both my knowledge and confidence on the protection side, meaning we now handle all our own protection cases rather than passing them elsewhere.”
Best business descisions
Looking back, Angela believes joining TRM was one of the best business decisions she has made. “TRM has given us the right balance of independence and support. It feels like being part of a family that genuinely wants its brokers to succeed. The systems, compliance support, and people have all exceeded my expectations.”
With the combination of trust, structure, and the freedom to grow, A Little Advice continues to thrive, proving that the right network partnership can transform both confidence and business performance.
