Meet the team

Here at West Yorkshire Money we believe that you, the client, deserve Independent, whole of market advice without it costing the earth . At the same time our remit is to act in your best interest at all times to ensure that you could the correct advice that your circumstances deserve. This all comes with a compassionate , understanding and friendly face to face approach. We can see you at a time and place that is convenient at home , work or our brand new office in the heart of Pontefract

We pride ourselves on being able to cater for all enquiries whether that be residential purchases and re-mortgages through to complex scenarios, commercial lending , buy to lets and anything else in between.

Adele Forbes, Managing Director

Adele has worked in the Mortgage Industry for over 21 years having started her career in Customer Services in 1998. She became a Senior Underwriter in 2000 and authorising mortgages up to £1M. After proving so successful in this role she was head-hunted to assist in the launch of Deutsche Bank Mortgages in 2006.

Adele also was a Mortgage Arrears Counsellor for 2 years during the recession with a brief spell in Corporate Finance for 12 months as a Business Development Manager.

Qualifying in 2013 as a mortgage adviser Adele was the Team Leader looking after 5 Estate Agency brands.

After working for numerous companies in many different roles Adele has now set up West Yorkshire Money with the intention of making it the most respected financial brand in the area.

Favourite Quote: ‘When someone tells you ‘you can’t’, turn around and say ‘watch me’

First record ever bought? – Jason Donavon – too many broken hearts – on vinyl.

Dream Job? – I achieved my ambition by setting West Yorkshire Money. Although, I did always want to be a Property Surveyor or a Retail Buyer.

First car? – A Ford Escort Harrier

Favourite Film? – 28 Days Later – I love a good virus film!

Ideal night out? – Anywhere that has good food -long gone are those night clubbing days!

Favourite biscuit? – Ginger biscuit with tea.

Last holiday? – Dundee, Scotland (working holiday seeing family). Previously, Mexico on my Honeymoon.

Emma Hutchinson - Director

This is the first appointment for West Yorkshire Money and will help Adele with her expansion plans.

Emma has worked in Financial Services for 14 years. Back in 2005, She started her career as a General Insurance Adviser before moving on to a PA role.

In 2011, She completed her CeMAP and became a Self-Employed Mortgage and Protection Adviser. She has worked with a Network of Estate Agents for 4 years. In addition to her CeMAP qualification, she also holds a qualification for Equity Release and General Insurance

Emma also has extensive knowledge in Specialist Mortgages

Favourite Quote – Happiness is an inside job

First record I ever bought – mmmbop Hanson (cringe!)

Dream job – Running a successful Brokerage.

Favourite film – Calamity Jane

First Car – VW Lupo

Ideal night out – somewhere that sells good food and wine

Last holiday – Lake District

Klaudia Bernazcek - Mortgage & Protection Specialist

Klaudia qualified for CeMAP after arranging her own mortgage for her first residential property in 2019.

She started Advising in 2019 and is passionate about assisting Clients. She specialises in Adverse Credit and residential purchases and re-mortgages.

Favourite Quote? – The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today.

First car? – A Suzuki Swift

Favourite Film? – Step Up- love to dance and movies with this topic

Ideal night out? – Nice place with good food and cocktails.

Last holiday? – Fuerteventura

Gina Buckle - Administrator

Gina has a Degree and a Masters in Town planning. She worked for a Local Authority as a planning officer, for six years.

She then decided to move into the Financial Sector, and since then has worked in various roles within customer service, for a High Street Bank, for over ten years.

Favourite Quote – Reach for the moon and if you miss, you’ll land among the stars.

First Record ever brought – Whigfield-Saturday Night.

Dream Job – Be a Mortgage Advisor.

First Car – Toyota Yaris named Tilly.

Favourite Film – Muriel’s Wedding.

Ideal night out – I used to go to raves, but now it’s a nice meal with lots of cocktails.

Favourite Biscuit – Chocolate Digestive.

Last Holiday – a night in York for a special birthday just before 2nd lockdown.

Steve Paterson - Equity Release Consultant

Steve is a very experienced Financial Consultant with over 21 Years’ service and experience working within the Finance Sector, particularly regarding building relationships with business and has a track record in delivering high-quality outcomes for customers.

After working on the Money Advice Service Contract and seeing the confusion on Lifetime Mortgages, Steve developed a passion for (and specialises in) the Equity Release market place.

First record ever bought? “Mull of Kintyre by Paul McCartney, a Christmas present for my mam!”

First car? “A mustard coloured Austin Allegro.”

Favourite film? “21 Jump Street.”

Who would play you in a film? “Christian Slater.”

Ideal night out? “Glasgow City Centre, then a sit down meal at an Indian Restaurant.”

Favourite biscuit? “Breakaway, perfect with tea.”

Favourite quote? “If you put everything off until you are sure of it, you will never get anything done.”

What do Steve’s clients say about him? “We can’t thank you enough for your help and patience throughout the whole equity release process. We will be recommending you to all our friends and family. However, you eat far too many biscuits” – Mary from Glasgow

Martin Fawcett – Group Compliance Consultant

Martin is an enthusiastic and highly motivated Compliance & Training professional, originally from a background of sales training. In his consultancy role he provides advice on all compliance & training matters within the firm

He has over 35 years’ experience, gained in all sectors of the financial services industry, and a good working knowledge of the FCA Regulations and T&C Requirements.

Martin has a proven ability to work alongside staff, management and advisers to identify their needs, provide clear guidance and produce the required results.