Financial advice
It is important to get independent advice before making any decisions.
We can help you find an adviser who understands the unique position of the clergy.
Why get independent financial advice?
There are lots of free sources of information to help you understand financial products but they can only guide you. You still need to decide which options work best for you and your circumstances.
A financial adviser can help talk everything through so that you are making fully informed decisions.
Where to start?
You can start your search for a financial adviser on our website.
About Ecclesiastical Financial Advisory Service (EFAS)
EFAS are independent financial advisers. They specialise in providing independent, market-wide, mortgage advice to members of the clergy.
They can help realise your property ownership ambitions whether you want to:
- buy your retirement home
- re-mortgage your existing property
- save for a mortgage deposit or consider investments to help you save, or
- get a foot on the property ladder.
EFAS can advise on all mortgage lenders and product types, from both mainstream and specialist lenders.
Their experienced team understand the unique position of the clergy and can help you navigate the complexities of the market and find the right product for you, wherever you are on your home ownership journey.
"EFAS offer a discounted, fixed fee for financial advice to clergy and lay staff of the Church.
The first conversation is free and there is nothing to pay until EFAS know they can help you."
Phone: 0800 107 0190
The team are available 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday.