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Aren't all these applications going to crash your credit score or are you getting refused before they get that far?
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Originally posted by Lance View PostCOOP look at 2 years of accounts. Although I was already with the COOP and have £200k in equity.
Most IFAs won;t be able to offer the COOP so give them a ring.
Nationwide are also good with higher risk mortgages (first time buyer and I'm assuming no more than 10% deposit).
Deposit is the key to unlocking the deals though.
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Originally posted by The Plantswoman View PostNationwide look at a rolling 12 month period during which you can have up to 3 months out of contract.
Most IFAs won;t be able to offer the COOP so give them a ring.
Nationwide are also good with higher risk mortgages (first time buyer and I'm assuming no more than 10% deposit).
Deposit is the key to unlocking the deals though.
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Originally posted by needmorstuff View PostI use polly at contractor mortgages made easy.. used her three times now and never had an issue getting a mortgage.
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I use polly at contractor mortgages made easy.. used her three times now and never had an issue getting a mortgage. Just need daily rate and 2 months left on contract.
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Originally posted by Sheens83 View PostStill waiting for feedback from Freelance Financials. Although the deal with the estate agent broker was also quoting a product from Halifax as well. Not sure if they are the same?
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Originally posted by northernladuk View Post
Again though, what was the response from the Halifax via Freelance Financials? I thought Hfx had a really good grasp on this and weren't as hung up on the problems that face us like other lenders do?
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Originally posted by Sheens83 View PostSo just to clarify I have 25% deposit which works in my favour. I went to my bank and they have stated that they could lend to me, but not as much as I need as my annual income has been slightly lower due to the 5 months out.
The brokers stated that to base the mortgage on my day rate, the criteria is that I must be no more than 3months out of work to give the impression of full time employment. This is why they have tried using the annual income route.
I took exams during my time off so one advisor pitched that my rate was higher after the time off due to the qualifications I attained but unfortunately the underwriters couldn't proceed. I was advised that for contractors they base what they give you on your history rather than your projected income (like a full time employee).
I am still perusing but have to admit it seems quite unlikely until next year that I may have the accounts I need to lend me the amount I was looking for originally.
Just wanted to say thanks for all the replies. The information has been very useful!
Again though, what was the response from the Halifax via Freelance Financials? I thought Hfx had a really good grasp on this and weren't as hung up on the problems that face us like other lenders do?
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Originally posted by The Plantswoman View PostDepends on the lender. Nationwide look at a rolling 12 month period during which you can have up to 3 months out of contract.
If you're 6 months into a contract after your 5 months out I guess that means you've got to stay in contract continuously for another 3 months before you're back in the zone again.
Of course, this assumes you're going for a mortgage basdd on your day rate - which is where the best deals are.
You could get one based on your accounts but I doubt you'd get a very good deal with 2 years worth of accounts.
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So just to clarify I have 25% deposit which works in my favour. I went to my bank and they have stated that they could lend to me, but not as much as I need as my annual income has been slightly lower due to the 5 months out.
The brokers stated that to base the mortgage on my day rate, the criteria is that I must be no more than 3months out of work to give the impression of full time employment. This is why they have tried using the annual income route.
I took exams during my time off so one advisor pitched that my rate was higher after the time off due to the qualifications I attained but unfortunately the underwriters couldn't proceed. I was advised that for contractors they base what they give you on your history rather than your projected income (like a full time employee).
I am still perusing but have to admit it seems quite unlikely until next year that I may have the accounts I need to lend me the amount I was looking for originally.
Just wanted to say thanks for all the replies. The information has been very useful!
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Originally posted by SueEllen View PostNo need to post the same thread twice.
You are better of asking admin to move your original thread to a professional part of the board. General isn't the place to ask such questions and you are were lucky your thread wasn't trolled.
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Is it usually as simple as the following?
If in contract go with a contract specialist who will use the current contract rate for mortgage suitability calculation.
If not in contract go with traditional mortgage company who will use existing year end accounts, if any exist.
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Originally posted by quackhandle View PostThis might be a big reason for getting knocked back, I could be wrong but most brokers require a minimum of 3 years' accounts.
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Also if you are near your 3 years you can encourage your accountant to produce draft accounts for your 3rd year asap.
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Originally posted by SueEllen View PostNo need to post the same thread twice.
You are better of asking admin to move your original thread to a professional part of the board. General isn't the place to ask such questions and you are were lucky your thread wasn't trolled.
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