James Young AssociatesReviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Company details

  1. Financial advisor
  2. Financial Planner
  3. Investment service
  4. Mortgage broker

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James Young Associates Ltd, or JYA, established back in 2009 and based on the beautiful Dorset coast in Weymouth. We have been working together for over 20 years and now have a combined total of more than 115 years experience in the industry as mortgage brokers, mortgages advisers, independent financial advisers, protection and life insurance brokers, will writers, power of attorneys, divorce or financial separation, investments, retirement planning and pension planning. Our professional team of financial advisors and mortgage brokers are on hand to assist with all aspects of your financial health, from planning your family's future to arranging your wills. We provide a range of services designed to make life easier for you and keep your home and your business running as it should. Our business motto is simple, we are the Friendly Face Of Finance. We offer many financial services including mortgages, pensions, investments, will writing and power of attorneys. We have a wealth of proven experience in Weymouth, Dorset and the surrounding area's of England so come and speak to us if you have any questions about retirement planning, estate planning, income protection, critical illness cover, life cover, pensions, wills writing, mortgages or equity release mortgages.


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4.4

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Both James and Megan were wonderful

Both James and Megan were so loverly, reassuring and supportive during what was such a stressful time and I honestly don't think anyone else could have done what they did. So grateful. Thank you

16 January 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ben Mills made our house move possible!


He guided and assisting us throughout the process, explaining things in terms that we could understand and although a long wait for Land Registry he kept us up to date throughout.

31 March 2025
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Reply from James Young Associates

Thank you Brenda, we always strive to give our best service so it’s great to hear your feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service. Approachable. Go the extra!

What a great, supportive service. Ben Mills went above and beyond. He was flexible, fantastic quick communication and made the process very smooth for my first house purchase. I would recommend Ben to anyone who needs a mortgage. Thanks Ben for all your help you went above and beyond and I couldn’t be more grateful.

1 November 2024
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Reply from James Young Associates

Thank you Kendall for the excellent review, Ben will be so pleased to hear this!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing mortgage help from Ben at JYA

Ben has been the best help we could ever ask for. From sorting our mortgage when we were buying our first house to remortgaging for the best deal and to suit our needs. With amazing service and great expertise, thanks so much Ben!

24 October 2023
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Reply from James Young Associates

Thanks Connor for the wonderful review! We’re always grateful for feedback but Ben will be thrilled to hear this.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent mortgage advice

Ben was a great help when getting our mortgage. Really well informed on all our available options

13 October 2023
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Reply from James Young Associates

Thank you Nicola, your review is really appreciated!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding Mortgage Broker and Life Insurance Expert!

I can't praise Ben Mills at James Young Associates enough! We've had the pleasure of using his mortgage broker and life insurance services on several occasions, and each time has been absolutely brilliant. Ben's knowledge in comprehending what each lender offers and tailoring it to perfectly fit our distinct needs is truly commendable.

What really sets Ben apart is his ability to save us money without compromising the quality of service. Even when we were increasing our policy cover for life insurance, he managed to secure us a fantastic deal that resulted in savings we didn't think were feasible. This level of dedication and financial acumen is genuinely impressive.

Ben's professionalism, responsiveness, and sincere concern for his clients make him an absolute delight to work with. He goes the extra mile to ensure that we fully grasp our options and make well-informed decisions. His guidance has been invaluable in navigating the intricate world of mortgages and life insurance.

If you're in search of a mortgage broker and life insurance expert who not only comprehends the industry inside out but also prioritises your financial well-being, look no further than Ben Mills at James Young Associates. We wholeheartedly recommend his services and will unquestionably continue to seek his expertise in the future.

27 June 2023
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Reply from James Young Associates

Thank you Mrs Ledger, it was a pleasure helping you and we’re really grateful for the detailed review!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend Ben Mills at JYA

Highly recommend Ben Mills at JYA. Ben helped us secure our first mortgage. He's extremely knowledgeable, flexible and helpful. Made the whole process easy and stress free. Thanks Ben and those at James Young Associates.

10 February 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class service

First class service! As a first time buyer with no clue where to begin I cannot recommend James Young Associates enough! Ben was our broker who answered all of my many questions swiftly and kept up us to date through a challenging purchase. I found them nothing but professional, helpful and friendly.

8 December 2022
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Reply from James Young Associates

Thank you for the review, we really appreciate it and Ben will be thrilled to read this!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I would highly recommend James Young…

I would highly recommend James Young Associates, a big thank you to Ben Mills for sorting out our mortgage and my life insurance. Ben was very efficient, professional, polite and quick to respond to our emails. Definitely i would recommend Ben Mills to my family and friends.
Thank you
Susan and Jason

5 December 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Samantha and the team at James Young…

Samantha and the team at James Young associates are incredible. They worked wonders on sorting out my mortgage, from helping with forms to making sure everything was in place for us to get the green light. Would recommend using them for any financial help.

29 June 2021
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