Understanding the world of mortgages can be difficult at the best of times. If you have bad credit, it’s important to remember that contrary to what you might have heard already, you can still apply for a mortgage. Let’s take a look and debunk some of the myths you might have heard. Myth #1. Mortgage […]
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Broker advice crucial as affordability crisis worsens
The recent announcement by the Bank of England that the base rate was to rise for the fourth time in five months did not really come as much of a surprise. With the rate of inflation at a 30-year high and expected to have reached 7.25% in April, the move by the bank to contain […]
The issues facing first time buyers, homeowners and potential movers!
To say that the government is currently under a substantial amount of pressure is something of any understatement. Keeping political points of view or persuasion on the sidelines, the handling of the coronavirus pandemic and Brexit remain huge issues which are dominating time, resources and attention. I fully appreciate the importance of tackling these concerns […]
Lenders attitudes to risk and operational capacity affect higher LTVs
Loan-to-value (LTV) has always played a huge role in the mortgage market, although borrowers can often be unaware of the activity swings going on behind the lending scenes and the reasons for these. Getting back to basics for a moment, LTV is essentially the size of mortgage that a lender is prepared to offer borrowers […]
Even on Furlough, lenders may consider you for a mortgage
Just because you’re on the Furlough Scheme (or have been on it), does not necessarily mean you cannot get a mortgage. Several lenders have issued guidelines to accommodate those on Furlough and will offer mortgage products to them. Especially clients looking to stay with the same lender and do what is called a ‘product transfer’. […]
Completing a fact find and be mortgage ready!
First-time buyer or home mover? Either way, know the process and be mortgage ready! On any new purchase, the selling agent will seek to agree a number of deadlines with you, including the arrangement of mortgage finance. At this point, you can shop around and should make sure that you speak to an independent mortgage […]
Be aware of your mortgage rate and options
In historic columns I have used the word ‘panic’ to describe the possible rush to secure a good mortgage deal before they vanish when rates rise. It’s not quite at that stage just yet, but we have seen some rate rises this week from both Santander and TSB. However, there is another important term I […]
Are you financially prepared for the year ahead?
And so another year begins, have you made any resolutions? If not, make one to review your mortgage! Now that the election is out of the way and we have a ‘clearer’ route to Brexit, lenders will look at their strategies for the next few years and I’m sure somewhere in those plans will be reviewing their […]
Your mortgage broker should ‘get to know you’…
Arranging a mortgage can take time. But actually, the process, regardless of whether you are a first time buyer, home mover or simply re-mortgaging, will be roughly the same. On any new purchase, the selling agent will seek to agree a number of deadlines with you, including the arrangement of mortgage finance. At this point […]
Don’t be loyal to your current mortgage provider when rates are so low, think of number one!
It really appears to be a race to the bottom! In the last few weeks, we’ve seen five year fixed rates available from 1.45% and two year fixed rates starting from just 1.19%. Obviously, terms and conditions apply based on individual circumstances, but if you’re looking to change your current mortgage, use the uncertainty across […]