first-time buyers

Boost your credit score

Boost your credit score

Improve your chances of first-timer buyer mortgage success.

If you are planning to buy your first property, one of the initial steps is to apply for a mortgage. This process requires an assessment of your creditworthiness by lenders. When they carry out their assessment, it will include an evaluation of your credit report which details all the information on how you have managed credit in the past, including late or missed repayments.

First-time buyer success

First-time buyer success

Many first-time buyers hope to make this year the year they get on the property ladder, thanks to the increasing availability of 95% mortgages. But while there are higher numbers of suitable mortgages available, there’s no guarantee you’ll be approved. To improve your chances, here are five of our top tips.