Mortgages

First-Time Buyer Guide

Everything first-time buyers need to know about getting a mortgage in the UK, from deposits to stamp duty relief.

1:408 January 2025
Chapters
0:00Deposit Requirements
0:25Credit Score Preparation
0:50Affordability & LTV
1:15Common Mistakes to Avoid
Video Transcript

A complete guide for UK first-time buyers covering: deposit requirements (typically 5-10%), Help to Buy alternatives, stamp duty relief, credit score preparation, what lenders look for in your application, and common mistakes to avoid. We explain loan-to-value ratios, affordability calculations, and why getting an agreement in principle before house hunting matters.

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