Pivotal Growth, the mortgage broker consolidator backed by LSL Property Services and Pollen Street Capital, has acquired Bedford-based More Choice Financial and Northern Ireland Banbridge-based firm McPolin Financial Services.
The business was launched in 2021 as a joint venture between LSL – one of the UK’s largest property services groups – and private equity firm Pollen Street Capital, with Simon Embley as a founding shareholder.
More Choice, founded in 2007 by directors Julie Myers and Gareth Tucker, will be integrated as a bolt-on acquisition to Grange Mortgage and Protection Services, an existing Pivotal Growth subsidiary.
The firm will continue operating from its current premises, with growth opportunities supported by Grange and the broader Pivotal Group.
FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY
Julie Myers, Director of More Choice, says: “Joining Pivotal Growth is a fantastic opportunity for our business and our clients. We’re excited to collaborate with Grange and take advantage of the extensive resources now available to us.”
McPolin Financial Services, established over 20 years ago by John McPolin in Banbridge, Northern Ireland, will become a bolt-on acquisition to Select Mortgage & Financial Solutions, another company within the Pivotal Growth portfolio.
McPolin Financial Services will also remain in its current location, with its existing team in place.
John McPolin, Managing Director of McPolin Financial Services, says: “This partnership gives us the backing of a larger group while allowing us to continue serving our clients with the same personal approach. It’s a positive step forward for our team and our future growth.”
ENHANCING COLLABORATION
Simon Embley (main picture), Chief Executive of Pivotal Growth, says: “We’re thrilled to welcome More Choice and McPolin Financial Services into the Pivotal Growth group.
“These are two well-established, reputable firms with strong leadership. By aligning them with Grange and Select, we’re enhancing collaboration, expanding our reach, and continuing to provide exceptional service to clients across the UK.”
Pivotal Growth is part of LSL’s broader push into mortgage and financial services, which now account for around 40% of group profits. The company, best known for its estate agency brands including Your Move and Reeds Rains, has been refocusing its strategy on areas with higher margins and longer-term growth potential.
