./ Notes
What's new with Schu.
Founder notes on mortgages, leadership and building businesses across the UK and Middle East. New posts now and then.
Founder notes · 22 April 2026 · 2 min read
Why I'm still betting on Southampton
Fifteen years building mortgage brands taught me the south coast isn't a fallback — it's the ground I keep choosing on purpose.
Insights · 14 March 2026 · 2 min read
What I'm watching in UK mortgages this year
Three things mortgage brokers should be paying close attention to in 2026 — and one thing nearly everyone overestimates.
Founder notes · 1 October 2025 · 4 min read
What's new with Schu: Summer Successes
Award-winning hospitality at Figurati, major growth for Police Mortgages, and record-breaking results at Nested Southampton.
Founder notes · 11 April 2025 · 2 min read
What's New with Schu: A Record-Breaking April and Positive Outlook Ahead
April has been an incredibly successful month across all our businesses — Figurati up 20% year on year, Lusso brunches sold out until July, and record onboarding at Police Mortgages.