Taking your first steps towards home ownership can be overwhelming. There’s a lot to think about and even more to do – visit estate agents, look for the right properties, view the properties, save up for a deposit – and that’s before you even get the mortgage.
If this is your first time buying a home (and you haven’t owned or inherited a property before) then you’re a first time buyer and we’re here to help you get onto the property ladder with the right mortgage.
Your deposit will vary depending on if you use a first-time buyer scheme. At a minimum, you’ll need at least 5% of the property value. However, the more you can put down for your deposit, the better rates of interest you’ll get as you’re considered a lower risk.
The majority of lenders will accept a deposit as a gift from family members and some will even allow a family member to be a guarantor if they have their own property.
This will depend on a variety of factors, such as:
You should seek help and advice off a trained mortgage advisor, who will be able to advise you on your affordability and how much you can borrow for a first-time buyer mortgage.
Our friendly team look forward to hearing from you.
A&A Independent Financial Services Ltd (FCA number 950425) registered Office: 2 Acorn Grove, Kingswood, Tadworth, Surrey, KT20 6QT
The actual APRC you are eligible for depends on individual circumstances. If you are thinking of consolidating existing borrowing you should be aware that you may be extending the terms of the debt and increasing the amount you repay.
YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE.
The guidance and/or advice contained within the website is subject to the UK regulatory regime and is therefore primarily targeted at customers in the UK.
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