A residential mortgage is a loan secured against a property you intend to live in. The lender advances you the money to purchase the property, and you repay it — plus interest — over the agreed term, typically 25–35 years.
Mortgage products vary in rate type (fixed, tracker, discount), initial period length, and fees. The cheapest headline rate isn't always the best deal overall — we'll look at the total cost across the initial period before making a recommendation.
If you already own a property, your equity will typically form your deposit for the new purchase. We'll coordinate your existing sale and new purchase so the timing works.
It depends on your priorities. A fixed rate gives you certainty — your payment won't change for the fixed period regardless of what happens to interest rates. A tracker or variable rate can be cheaper initially but carries more risk. We'll talk through the current rate environment and help you decide.
Most lenders use an income multiple — typically 4–4.5× your annual income, though some lenders will go higher depending on your circumstances. We'll check your affordability across the market before you start viewing.
We'll coordinate with your solicitor and the estate agent to keep your transaction moving. If timing is tight, we can also advise on bridging finance to cover any gap between completion dates.