BUILD A FINANCE EMPIRE WORTH YOUR AMBITION
Elite Commercial Finance Franchise | Acorn.finance
THE ACORN DISTINCTION
Why Whole-Market Access Changes Everything
Most franchise opportunities trap you in residential mortgages – competitive, commoditised, low-margin work. We offer something fundamentally different: exclusive access to the entire commercial finance spectrum.
- Commercial property finance – £500k to £50M+ deals
- Development & bridging finance – Where expertise commands premium fees
- Business acquisition funding – High-value, relationship-driven deals
- Licensed trade specialists – Pubs, hotels, care homes
- Residential & BTL – For client diversification
The numbers speak clearly: A single commercial deal can generate what takes 10 residential mortgages to earn.
What an Acorn.finance Franchise
Complete Business Infrastructure. Not Just Training.
IMMEDIATE CAPABILITY
- Full lender panel access (450+ institutions)
- Professional CRM & case tracking systems
- Regulatory compliance framework (FCA/NACFB)
- Brand identity & marketing collateral suite
KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER
- Intensive one-on-one onboarding with principal
- Product specialisation across all sectors
- Deal structuring & underwriting masterclass
- Network building & introducer relationship strategies
ONGOING ELEVATION
- Regular specialist product group sessions
- Direct access to senior team for complex deals
- Continuous professional development support
- Professional qualification funding & guidance
WHAT YOU WON'T PAY
- No ongoing franchise fees
- No territory restrictions
- No annual renewals
- No revenue sharing beyond standard broker splits
THE SUPPORT ARCHITECTURE
Small Firm. Senior Access. Personal Investment.
We’re not a call centre franchise with 200 partners and automated responses.
We’re a boutique operation where you have direct access to our founders and directors.
Your success is our reputation. When you need help structuring a £2M development deal, you’re speaking with someone who’s closed hundreds of them.
When compliance questions arise, you’re talking to our in-house experts, not an outsourced helpdesk.
This isn’t scale-at-all-costs franchising. It’s selective partnership with people we’d trust with our own clients.
THE PROFILE WE SEEK
Entrepreneur First. Finance Experience Secondary.
What matters most:
- Demonstrable business acumen and self-motivation
- Ability to cultivate professional introducer networks (accountants, solicitors, property professionals, agents)
- Impeccable professional background with strong references
- Genuine commitment to client advocacy over transaction volume
What matters less:
- Prior financial services experience (we’ll provide expertise)
- Existing client book (though advantageous)
- Specific qualifications (we support professional development)
- If you can build relationships, command professional respect, and operate with integrity, we can teach you to structure complex finance deals.
YOUR PATH FORWARD
1. Information Pack – Comprehensive details within 24 hours
2. Discovery Conversation – Direct discussion with Paul Thompson
3. Partnership Decision – Mutual assessment of fit
4. Onboarding & Launch – Intensive training, system setup, first deals
What distinguishes Acorn isn’t just market access – it’s 28 years of lender relationships that can’t be replicated, expertise in complex deals others decline, and a support structure built on genuine partnership rather than franchise fees.
If you’re looking for a premium finance brokerage opportunity with substance behind the proposition, let’s talk.
How We Compare
See why Acorn.finance offers the best value in the market
Ready to Build Your Future?
Join the Acorn.finance family and build a finance brokerage with nearly 30 years of proven expertise behind you.
Next Steps: Information pack → Discovery call → Meet the team → Start your journey
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📞 Prefer to talk? Call Paul directly on 07900 161007 or email [email protected]
Why Choose Acorn.finance?
Unlike other franchise opportunities that focus on residential mortgages, we offer exclusive access to the entire finance market - from complex commercial deals to specialist lending solutions.
Nearly 30 Years Experience
Since 1997, we've built unparalleled relationships with lenders across every sector. Our track record speaks for itself with hundreds of successful deals and satisfied clients.
Whole Market Access
Unlike competitors limited to residential mortgages, we offer access to commercial, development, bridging, business loans, and specialist sectors like licensed trade financing.
Individual Support
Small company, big support. Every franchisee gets direct access to our senior team and personalized mentoring to grow their business successfully.
Specialist Expertise
We're the go-to source for complex deals others can't handle. Pub freeholds, development finance, bridging loans - we know these markets inside out.
Proven Systems
Nearly three decades of refinement means our systems work. From lead generation to deal completion, we've perfected the process.
Growth Potential
Our franchisees aren't limited to standard residential work. Access to higher-value commercial deals means significantly higher earning potential.
Verify You're on the Right Site
- Official Website: acorn.finance
- Founded: 1997 by Paul Thompson & Tom Thompson
- Location: London, Sheffield, York, Newcastle.
- Awards: 7 UK Best Broker Awards
- FCA Number: 660207
- NACFB Number: 98/1004/C
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