MIMHC have completed its latest annual Mental Health and Wellbeing Report for 2026. Mortgage industry mental wellbeing improves sharply – but MIMHC warns underlying burnout risks remain Largest-ever MIMHC survey finds good or excellent mental wellbeing rises from 41% to 53%, while recognised employer wellbeing support falls significantly Mental wellbeing across the UK mortgage industry has improved significantly over the past 12 months – but persistent problems around working hours, sleep, workplace pressures and access to visible employer support mean there is no room for complacency. That is the central finding from the Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter (MIMHC) Mental Health & Wellbeing Survey 2026, its largest study to date. The research gathered responses from 536 people across the mortgage sector, comfortably up from around...
The Wealthy Advisers Club donates fully funded place at its 'Weekend to Reset' Retreat to MIMHC The Wealthy Advisers Club has donated a fully funded place at its inaugural Digital Detox Retreat to the Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter. The £997 place will allow one person working in mortgage, protection or wider financial services to attend the retreat in the Peak District from 18 to 20 September 2026. The weekend is intended to help attendees disconnect from work and technology. It will be led by wellbeing practitioner Leo Oppenheim and will offer optional activities including breathwork, meditation, yoga, cold-water immersion, sound therapy, nature walks and personal reflection sessions. The funded place includes two nights’ accommodation, meals prepared by a private chef and access to the...
The Mortgage Industry Mental Health and Wellbeing Survey 2026MIMHC's 5th Annual Survey! When the Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter launched its first wellbeing survey five years ago, our ambition was simple. We wanted to understand how people working within the mortgage industry were really feeling. Not what we assumed. Not what we hoped. But what colleagues across our sector were genuinely experiencing every day. Those conversations have become one of the most valuable assets our industry possesses. Each year, hundreds of advisers, lenders, business owners and support staff have shared their experiences openly and honestly. Those responses have helped us identify trends, challenge perceptions and, most importantly, create practical solutions. The survey findings have influenced wellbeing strategies within businesses, supported the growth of the Charter...
MIMHC have completed its latest annual Mental Health and Wellbeing Report for 2025. Our 'White Paper' report explores the current sentiment which exists within the mortgage industry and importantly, highlights key areas in which mental health provision needs to improve. Whilst there are some pleasing trends there still remains work to do;- Employer participation in wellbeing initiatives is now up to circa 70% Professional contentment has improved vs 2024 Work/life balance stabilising (circa 34% improved) but More people are working from home permanently or hybrid yet 22% indicate mental health is poor or of concern Our 2026 mission is to serve the sector needs and our focus is very much on;- Promoting Healthier Balance We’re encouraging healthier working hours, better rest, and improved sleep habits...
The Mortgage Industry Mental Health and Wellbeing Survey 2025Deadline Extended to Friday 11th July 2025 The Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter (MIMHC) has today confirmed that the deadline for completing its annual mental health and wellbeing survey has been extended by one week, moving from the original date of Friday 4th July to Friday 11th July 2025. Now in its fifth year, the anonymous survey gathers vital insight into the mental health experiences of professionals across the mortgage sector – from brokers and administrators to lenders, BDMs, and senior leadership. The responses help shape future wellbeing initiatives and influence how businesses and the wider industry support their people. Jason Berry, Co-Founder of MIMHC and Director at Crystal Specialist Finance, commented: “We’ve seen fantastic levels of...
The Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter have launched their mental health and wellbeing report for 2024. To coincide with the Mental Health Foundation, Mental Health Awareness Week 2024, MIMHC have launched its latest annual Mental Health and Wellbeing Report. This is the fifth year we have surveyed mortgage brokers for their thoughts and opinions on the state of their collective mental health and wellbeing. Our report explores the mortgage industry’s current wellbeing, and importantly, highlights the key areas in which mental health provision needs to improve. Our mission is to implement best practice mental health support in the mortgage industry and shine a light on the challenges facing our sector including isolation, stress, financial worries and fears for the future. We were delighted with the...
The Mortgage Industry Mental Health and Wellbeing Survey 2024 The mortgage industry is one of the most stressful to work in, simply because we help people during an emotionally charged time in their lives. To support businesses and brokers like you, with the development of their mental health frameworks, the Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter (MIMHC) was created by 7, leading organisations in the mortgage sector – including Crystal Specialist Finance. MIMHC has grown rapidly and there are now over 100+ mortgage industry companies signed up; committed to supporting their staff and their mental health. But we need your help. To help MIMHC understand the current state of mental health in our industry, could you please a spare a minute to complete our short survey...
- 11th March 2024 - MIMHC prioritises mental health for the UK’s mortgage industry in 2024 The Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter (MIMHC) has organised a host of high-profile events and initiatives to promote and safeguard progress in awareness of mental health for the UK’s mortgage industry in 2024. The Charter was established specifically to create a culture of openness and compassion surrounding mental health for all mortgage professionals through greater understanding and appropriately delivered support. MIMHC’s programme for 2024 has been developed to engage both current signatories and others that have yet to join. Andrew Montlake, Co-founder at MIMHC and Managing Director of Coreco, explains: “Our action-packed schedule for 2024 reaffirms MIMHC's commitment to promoting the mental health and well-being of everyone working in...
The Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter have launched their mental health and wellbeing report for 2023. To coincide with the Mental Health Foundation, Mental Health Awareness Week 2023, MIMHC have launched its latest annual Mental Health and Wellbeing Report. This is the fourth year we have surveyed mortgage brokers for their thoughts and opinions on the state of their collective mental health and wellbeing. Our report explores the mortgage industry’s current wellbeing, and importantly, highlights the key areas in which mental health provision needs to improve. Our mission is to implement best practice mental health support in the mortgage industry and shine a light on the challenges facing our sector including isolation, stress, financial worries and fears for the future. We were delighted with the...
The Mortgage Industry Mental Health and Wellbeing Survey 2023 The mortgage industry is one of the most stressful to work in, simply because we help people during an emotionally charged time in their lives. To support businesses and brokers like you, with the development of their mental health frameworks, the Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter (MIMHC) was created by 7, leading organisations in the mortgage sector – including Crystal Specialist Finance. MIMHC has grown rapidly and there are now over 60 mortgage industry companies signed up; committed to supporting their staff and their mental health. But we need your help. To help MIMHC understand the current state of mental health in our industry, could you please a spare a minute to complete our short survey...