What is a first time buyer mortgage?
If you’ve never bought a home before, you will be a first-time buyer! The homebuying process can look daunting but your specially assigned personal mortgage adviser can help you with your application right through to getting the keys to your property. You should think about how much deposit you will need and have money set aside for all the extra costs such as stamp duty and legal fees.
We will discuss the types of mortgage available to make it the most affordable possible. The Mortgage Brain is here to make your home owning dream a reality.
How much can you afford to borrow?
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Based on your yearly income, you may be able to borrow:
Frequently asked questions
Who qualifies for a first time buyer mortgage?
A first-time buyers is someone who has never bought a property before.
Also, you cannot be classed as a first time buyer if you are buying with another person who owns, or has owned a residential property.
If you marry somebody who already owns a residential property then you will automatically lose your first-time buyer status.
You are also not a first-time buyer if you inherit or are gifted a residential property.
Some lenders have specific FTB products or you will have to be a FTB to qualify for the stamp duty exemption on the first £425,000 on homes purchased up to £625,000 available until 31 March 2025.
What is the average deposit for a first time buyer in the UK?
Currently this is £34,500 on an average priced property of £240,000 equivalent to 15% of the purchase price. There are mortgage schemes such as Deposit Unlock and The Mortgage Guarantee Scheme which require a smaller deposit of 5% or greater.
How much can I borrow as a first time buyer?
You will be able to borrow from 95% of the purchase price or some lenders will allow you to borrow 100% of the value if your income can support the repayments.
Some current top first time buyer mortgage deals
Standard variable rate 9.49% | Lender arrangement fee £995.00 | Total fees £1,295.00 | Early repayment charge applies until 01-Aug-2026
Your rate of 1.83% will last for the first 27 months of your mortgage (the initial period). During that period you’ll be charged £1,043.20 a month. After that, you’ll switch to the Virgin Money’s standard variable rate (SVR) of 9.49%
Standard variable rate 8.69% | Lender arrangement fee £999.00 | Total fees £1,139.00 | Early repayment charge applies until
Your rate of 2.11% will last for the first 24 months of your mortgage (the initial period). During that period you’ll be charged £1,076.75 a month. After that, you’ll switch to the Furness BS’s standard variable rate (SVR) of 8.69%
Standard variable rate 9.49% | Lender arrangement fee £995.00 | Total fees £1,295.00 | Early repayment charge applies until 01-Aug-2026
Your rate of 2.4% will last for the first 27 months of your mortgage (the initial period). During that period you’ll be charged £1,113.41 a month. After that, you’ll switch to the Virgin Money’s standard variable rate (SVR) of 9.49%
Why choose The Mortgage Brain?
We have access to over 12,000 mortgage deals with hundreds of lenders
All our advisers are CeMAP qualified to find the most suitable mortgage for you and your circumstances
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Your dedicated adviser will be with you every step of the way, from the initial consultation to the completion of your mortgage
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How our expert mortgage advice service works
We’ve made it easy for you to get in touch to start talking about your mortgage.
We know it can be a stressful experience so our expert mortgage advisers are a friendly team and will help you to find the best mortgage deal to suit your own personal situation, whether it’s your first mortgage or you are further up the property ladder. Based on your income and deposit, or equity in your current property, we will show you a range of mortgage options. Once you have decided which one you prefer, we will progress your application with the lender until your mortgage is approved.
It’s a simple and stress-free way to find a mortgage!
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