first direct: A range of mortgages

First Direct, the UK bank, offers a range of mortgages but is primarily known for only one type. It wanted to raise awareness amongst the 15% target group of those considering taking out or switching mortgages.

first direct: A range of mortgages

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THE TEAM

Dave Mullen, Rebecca McFarland, Sheryl Newsome, Charlie Gordon, Lesley Dick, Sophie Good, Rosie Torrie, Natalie Cowen, Sara Jacklin, Ryan Newby.

Other contributors:

Th1ng - Production, Mindshare - Media planning/buying.

WHAT IS WONDERFUL ABOUT THIS WORK?

first direct offers a range of mortgages including repayment, tracker and fixed. We needed to raise their profile as a mortgage provider and get on switchers’ shopping lists. 49% of our test sample were more likely to consider first direct, while online banners achieved a conversion rate of up to 18%.

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