
Can I buy my first property with a friend?
The Question …. The Answer …. Louisa, Thank you for the question. The answer to this is “Yes you can”. When purchasing a property with a friend, not all Mortgage Lenders will want to lend, but there are a few out there happy to supply the funds. The difference will

Can Mum and Dads money help me buy my first property?
The Question …. The Answer …. Hi Keyley, The simple answer to this is “Yes you can”. Mum and Dad or even another relative can help you on to the property ladder A blood relative, so either parent or grandparent and sometimes a sibling can “Gift” a deposit. The Mortgage

How much deposit do I need to buy a property?
The Question …. The Answer …. The general rule of thumb for a deposit when buying a property … Heidi, the general rule when buying a property, is the bigger the deposit the better – simply because you will get a lower interest rate and a greater range of mortgage

How much can I borrow?
The Question …. The Answer …. Ben, when a lender assesses how much you can borrow, it takes a number of factors into consideration. They will look to see if you are applying jointly with somebody else, or if the application is to be just in your own name and

What is a Mortgage in Principle?
The Question …. The Answer …. A Mortgage in Principle is an indication of how much a lender is prepared to lend you and on what terms, to the named borrowers subject to approval of the property, but also taking into consideration your affordability. Your Mortgage Adviser will workout your