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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.

Can I obtain a mortgage if I'm self-employed?

Can I obtain a mortgage if I'm self-employed?

High street lenders tend not to offer mortgages to the self-employed, contractors and freelancers without considerable paperwork and delay, so finding the right mortgage lender for your circumstances can be daunting.

There are around 4.8 million self-employed people in the UK, many of whom mistakenly think their irregular income or lack of three years’ worth of accounts means they automatically don’t meet the requirements for a mortgage. But this is not the case. If you’ve been put off from applying, it might be time to reconsider.

Mortgage Options

Mortgage Options

Selecting a mortgage is a difficult decision that you’ll need to think about carefully. In our latest Blog - Mortgage Options, we’ve put together the main different types of mortgages, so you know exactly what you’re looking for.