
Bridging Loans for First Time Buyers When and Why They Are Used When you are buying your first property, most people assume a mortgage is the only option. In many cases, which is true. However, there are situations where a standard mortgage does not work, at least not straight away. This is usually when bridging… Read more

Introduction We recently helped two first-time buyers purchasing a property in Petersfield, Hampshire, who needed mortgage and protection advice. Although our customers had sufficient employed income to support their borrowing, their deposit came from several sources, including personal savings, inheritance and family trust funds. This meant additional documentation was needed to verify where the money… Read more

Introduction We recently helped our customers secure a first-time buyer mortgage to purchase a property in Farnham, Surrey. Both customers were employed, but obtaining the mortgage they needed required a lender offering an enhanced income multiple. One customer also had a second job, while the other had received a recent salary increase. We arranged a… Read more

Get a Mortgage with a Gifted Deposit as a First-Time Buyer For many first-time buyers, the biggest hurdle is saving enough for a deposit. But if a family member is willing to help, a gifted deposit could make all the difference. This approach has become increasingly common and, when used correctly, it can help you… Read more

Introduction We recently helped our customers secure a residential mortgage to purchase a property in Oldham, Greater Manchester, after their previous mortgage application had been declined by a high street lender. Both customers were employed professionals who had recently relocated to the UK. Despite having stable employment, strong incomes and a substantial deposit, their limited… Read more

Can My Parents Help Me with My First Mortgage? Options & Expert Advice If you’re finding it difficult to save for a deposit or qualify for a mortgage on your own, you might be wondering if your parents can help. The good news is that there are several ways parents can assist with a first… Read more

Introduction We recently helped our customers secure a first-time buyer mortgage for a property in Farnham, Surrey, after identifying a lender able to offer the higher borrowing amount they needed. Both customers were employed, but their required mortgage exceeded what some lenders would normally offer based on their combined income. Recent salary increases and income… Read more

How to Secure Your First-Time Buyer Mortgage Getting your first-time buyer mortgage can involve numerous steps, from understanding how much you can borrow to exploring the various product options available to newcomers in the property market. Step 1: Understanding Your Eligibility and Advantages as a First-Time Buyer As a first-time buyer, you might wonder whether… Read more

First-Time Buyer Buy to Let Guide – How to Get a Landlord Mortgage When you hear the term “first-time buyer,” your mind probably jumps to someone purchasing a home to live in. But not every first-time buyer wants to buy their forever home straight away. For some, stepping onto the property ladder means investing in… Read more

Introduction We helped a first-time buyer secure a Joint Borrower Sole Proprietor (JBSP) mortgage to purchase a property in Frimley, Surrey, with financial support from a parent. The application had already encountered difficulties with high street lenders because the supporting parent owned another property in the same building. This raised concerns under lenders’ property concentration… Read more

First Time Buyer 95% LTV Mortgages: Everything You Need to Know As a first-time buyer, getting on the property ladder can feel like a challenge, when saving for a deposit. If you’re struggling to save up a large deposit, a 95% loan-to-value (LTV) mortgage could be an option for you. This type of mortgage allows… Read more