Kevin McQuaid

Mortgage Broker & Financial Advisor

Key Expertise & Experience

Over 20 years’ experience in lending and financial planning

Client centric and delivering beyond expectations

Providing specialized advice and long-term financial planning

Proven record in closing straight forward applications right through to extremely complex

About Kevin McQuaid

Kevin McQuaid is a senior Mortgage Broker at JC Mortgages with a distinguished 20-year career spanning both the internal banking sector and the broker market. As a highly qualified Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Kevin provides his clients with a strategic “insider’s edge,” helping them navigate the complexities of the Irish lending landscape by understanding the underlying logic of bank credit policies. From initial financial planning to the moment you receive your keys, Kevin ensures every client is “mortgage fit” and positioned for long-term financial success.

Supporting clients through the biggest financial commitment of their lives and turning the dream of home ownership into a reality

The Banking Insider’s Edge for Irish Homebuyers

Kevin’s approach to mortgage lending is built on two decades of high-level experience split between the broker world and the heart of the banking industry. This dual perspective allows him to offer something rare in the Irish market: a deep understanding of the “why” behind the banking process. He doesn’t just see a mortgage application as a stack of documents; he understands the internal thought processes of the underwriters and the risk assessments used by Irish lenders. By applying this insider knowledge, Kevin can anticipate potential hurdles before they arise, giving his clients a distinct advantage when it comes to securing a successful mortgage approval.

"I understand that what I consider work can be life-changing for my clients and without my clients I don’t exist, so they are at the center of everything I do’."

Kevin McQuaid

Mortgage Broker & Financial Advisor

A Higher Standard of Financial Guidance

Education and professional integrity are the cornerstones of Kevin’s practice. He has achieved the prestigious Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation, an extremely niche and rigorous qualification that places him at the top tier of financial professionals in Ireland. For Kevin’s clients, this means their mortgage isn’t viewed in isolation; it is treated as a vital component of their overall financial health. He uses this level of education to provide a holistic service, ensuring that every recommendation is technically sound, strategically planned, and tailored to the client’s long-term prosperity rather than a short-term transaction.

The Journey to Becoming "Mortgage Fit"

Kevin’s commitment to his clients starts long before an application reaches a lender. He focuses heavily on the “mortgage fit” phase, a dedicated period of financial review, preparation, and planning. By working closely with his clients to refine their financial profiles, he ensures they are in the strongest possible position to be mortgage approved.

As a key member of the JC Mortgages team, he navigates numerous Irish lenders to find the perfect fit for each individual’s circumstances. Kevin remains a steadfast guide throughout the entire credit analysis and documentation process, maintaining a focus on the client’s needs until the keys are finally in hand.

Kevin is also known for:

Practical and hands-on approach.
Problem solving skills that have been highlighted in client reviews
Referrals highlighting the trust his clients have in him
Strong experience supporting self-employed clients and contractors

Reviews for Kevin McQuaid, Mortgage Broker & Financial Advisor

    
 
 
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   Ricardo Santos 
 285 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. JC Mortgage Brokers provide a top quality service that I highly recommend.
1 - The Monday.com platform is a delight to use, for documents management and communication with the various elements off the team.
2 - All elements of the team (and we've dealt with a few ...) are highly proficiente and efficient.  I was particularly impressed with the speed off response to all our queries.
3 - Addicionally to all written communiucation, we particularly appreciated the ocasional phone call, for follow-up
4 - Thanks you John, Kevin, Michelle, Linda, Deboragh, Denise (I hope I did not forget anyone) - your support was greatly appreciated.
  
 
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   ASHA APPUKUTTAN 
 287 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our mortage journey was so much less stressful with JC Mortgage. For anyone looking to buy new or old homes, we highly recommend JC mortgages .They were so helpful all throughout our journey. We are beyond greatful for the support we got from JC Mortgage Team especially, John Michelle and Kevin who were always there just a phone call or email away!
As someone who wasn't really used to the Irish mortgage system, JC Mortgage made sure to keep their service accessible and easy for everyone. This ensured complete satisfaction to us.
Asha & Manoj
  
 
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   Jenson Jacob 
 330 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Buying a home is never simple, but JC Mortgages made the journey so much easier. From start to finish, the team was supportive, professional, and genuinely invested in helping me get my dream home. John, Deborah, Linda, Isabela, and Michelle all played their part in guiding me through the process, and I’m truly grateful for their effort.

But I especially want to thank Kevin. When unforeseen issues with the builder delayed my final closure, I was under serious pressure with my rental apartment running out of time. Kevin stepped in right when I needed him most — making sure my funds were released immediately once the paperwork was ready. He didn’t just handle the logistics; he guided me through the entire process, kept me calm, and helped me set realistic expectations with the builder.

Thanks to Kevin and the whole JC Mortgages team, I’m now settled in my new home. Their dedication and care went above and beyond, and I’d recommend them to anyone looking for a mortgage partner who truly has your back.
  
 
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   Darkhan Kubigenov 
 358 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. John and his team helped me to secure a house purchase. They were very responsive to my queries. Kevin went above and beyond during the final stages of the process to ensure that there were no delays. Highly recommend.
  
 
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   David Walsh 
 362 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Top class service
Recently took out a new mortgage with John and his team and we would highly recommended
Very efficient and professional service throughout and were always available to answer any queries we had
Big shoutout also to the rest of his team Kevin, Linda and Denise who helped us get everything over the line.
  
 
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   Stephanie Hesnan 
 368 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. John & his team helped us get our dream home this year , we had many hurdles along the way but his whole team where always just an email or call away , nothing was a silly question or a problem  & everything explained in detail as it’s a very complicated Process especially as a business owner .

Very grateful to Kevin & Deborah who we had the pleasure to be dealing with
I can’t recommend John Coleman & his Team enough .
  
 
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   Stephen Scott 
 411 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. John was recommended to me by two friends and for good reason.  From beginning to end John and his team, in particular Kevin, were in constant contact. They kept me well informed throughout of all my options and choices. The new build I was purchasing had many delays and they kept in touch throughout it all which kept me at ease. At the end they were able to hurry things up with closing the sale too. I'd recommend them to anyone
  
 
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   George Faoye 
 470 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. John Coleman Brokers are the best mortgage brokers anyone could have asked for. They are the best at what they do. From initiation stage to closing for our house, they walked us through it, handholding us in the process. If you ever want a 100% success rate on getting a mortgage, JC Mortgages are your brokers. The guys were on top of things from the moment we made contact to when we got our house. Gave us all the options and explained the options in detail. Connected us with valuers, solicitors, snaggers and helped us with mortgage protection and home insurance.

John, Kevin, Rebecca, Deborah, Linda and everyone at JC Mortgages. Thanks for being hands on. Exactly how to provide an experienced and professional service. You will be seeing more of us and our friends in the future. Excellent service.
  
 
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   Paul Byrne 
 488 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What an experience, from start to finish John and his crew where on the ball, dispite a couple of set backs, the JC Mortgage team made sure we could quickly get back on track and we ultimately got our forever home in June

Can’t recommend JC Mortgages, especially Deborah and Kevin enough for there help along this journey
  
 
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   ines abidi 
 529 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If I could give more than 5 stars, I absolutely would.
John, Kevin and the whole team have been outstanding from start to finish. They were patient, supportive, and went above and beyond to help us secure our home. Throughout the entire process, they kept us informed, answered every question, and always made sure we felt looked after.
Thanks to their dedication and hard work, we are now proud homeowners, and we couldn’t be more grateful. I recommend them to anyone - they are simply the best at what they do. Thank you again for everything!