There is a limited choice of lenders who accept first time landlords.
Currently NatWest, Hinckley & Rugby, Kent Reliance, The Mortgage Works, Virgin Money, Leeds Building Society and Monmouthshire Building Society are open to first time landlords.
There can be different lending criteria between experienced and first time landlords with the same lender. An example of this is the Mortgage Works.
First Time Landlord Experienced Landlord
Evidence of deposit (all applications) Evidence of deposit (maybe required)
Evidence of personal income No evidence of personal required or stated
Max borrowing 4.25 x applicant’s income Requirement does not apply
Term to age 75 Term to age 90
As lending criteria and rates are changing on almost a daily basis I recommend you contact me for a free with no obligation discussion or meeting to review your options.
Why use Neil Soundy Financial Services for your mortgage advice.
We will give you impartial advice.
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First discussion or meeting is free with no commitment
How much will it cost me for your advice?
A fee of £495. Payable at the completion of the mortgage and Neil Soundy Financial Services Ltd will keep the commission received from the lender or agents for arranging the mortgage.
Think carefully before securing other debts against your home. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage
Neil Soundy Financial Services Ltd is an appointed representative of HL Partnership Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial
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Neil Soundy Financial Services Ltd is an appointed representative of HL Partnership Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority.
The Financial Conduct Authority does not regulate some forms of buy-to-lets.
We do not give or imply legal or taxation advice. We recommend you contact a solicitor or accountant for advice in these areas.
Think carefully before securing other debts against your home/property. Your home/property may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.
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