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We recommend that we get you a Mortgage in Principle (MIP) or an Agreement in Principle (AIP). This provisionally lets you know how much you can borrow. An Agreement or Mortgage in Principle is an important step in applying for a remortgage. It gives an indication of whether a lender could lend you the amount you need to borrow. Lenders use a soft credit check to do this, which has no impact on your credit file. The process is relatively speedy and requires some personal information, including details of your income and financial commitments, this information is used in the strictest confidence. Getting an Agreement/Mortgage in Principle does not mean you are committing to apply to that lender for a mortgage. However, once you have one, you'll be ready to discuss all the options we can offer. We do not charge for this service.
A poor credit rating can be a major barrier to getting a mortgage, but the good news is, there are lenders who are prepared to help those whose applications may be refused elsewhere. It might not seem fair but even having a big deposit in place and a decent salary isn’t enough to guarantee you a mortgage, if you have a poor credit history.
Banks and building societies are cautious about who they lend to, so they always check credit reports carefully to see if potential mortgage customers have defaulted on any debt payments in the past. They will also look for any County Court Judgments (CCJs) against you, or if you have ever filed for bankruptcy. In any of these scenarios apply, the chances are you won’t be eligible for some mortgage deals that are on offer – even if your financial problems occurred in the past few years.
There are some mortgages however, which are specifically designed for those whose credit history is far from perfect. Our team of expert Advisers will give you advice about the most appropriate mortgage and/or lender to apply to. As fully independent brokers we will look at all the options available to you.
If you think you may have a poor credit history or an adverse credit rating, you can obtain a free credit report from one of the following.
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