First Time Buyer Mortgage UK // What You Need to Know

[@alexkerrmortgage]

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[@DatingDisaster]

Hi Alex, Super informative video thank you! However, I have one question: I’m 25 and I’ve never had a credit card, as I never wanted to spend money I don’t have… however, you mentioned that I’ll be assessed based on my credit score… I’m planning to buy within the next 2-4 years. What do you recon I should do? Do I need to even a credit card? What purchases should I use it for? Or is it even a necessity?

[@alexkerrmortgage]

A credit card is not necessary… Just make sure you are on the voters role or if not all of your address records are correct on your credit file and maybe a mobile phone contract would help as well. That’s it.

[@Suqe-Madique]

A credit card can be very beneficial, but only when used correctly. Don't look at it as "free money" or "temp loans". Rather as a safety feature. If you have no credit, you may have to take a slight loss (the loss being you paying a small interest margin). If you do, you may already get 0% purchase cards. What you do is use the credit card for those normal spends, such as fuel, shopping etc. Set credit card to "clear balance in full". The benefits are, it doesn't cost a penny, your credit rating increases & god forbid, if your card was ever cloned... Your money is safe, due to you using the credit card!. Too many will obtain a credit card & use it for that which they couldn't already afford & lead their selves to debt.

[@JodieArmstrong2001]

You can get a credit builder card where over the course of a set amount of time you can add x amount onto the card. At the end of the set period of time, you have access to the card. For that to work effectively, you need to consistently put money on there so any loaners know that you're responsible with money

[@SirHargreeves]

Does your credit rating or income stability matter if you have the entire property value in other investments, but you want to keep the money there, hence the mortgage?

[@alexkerrmortgage]

You mean your house value is equal to secured finance but the money is in other investments ?

[@dannyroughley2626]

Is it worth buying a property now with current interest rates? Paying £660k over 30 years for a £380k property seems mental

[@antonylester3246]

I'm thinking the same, I'm looking at the cheaper end and making planning to make additional payments to reduce the term

[@alexkerrmortgage]

If you’re getting those figures you mentioned off of the mortgage quote, it’s possibly taking into account the interest you would pay after your mortgage fixed rate or tracker rate expires (what ever product you chose), which always pushes this figure up. I would say with property long-term, history suggests that it’s always a good investment.

[@SirHargreeves]

It’s not mental. The house will probably double in value over those 30 years, so that’s what you are paying for.

[@potnoogle5780]

Alex, you need to speak with mortgage lenders, their system is silly. I have near perfect credit files, yet I couldn't get a mortgage for 41k mortgage.

[@alexkerrmortgage]

What were you declined for ?

[@DavidBennell]

Lloyds tell me I can borrow £360k which means I can buy an avarage house... I earn £100k per year and I will be putting down a 20% deposit, I also have an excellent credit rating... not sure how anyone else is buying houses atm?

[@jyo2721]

@@DavidBennelldid u get declined?

[@Karyabs]

​@@DavidBennellthat's almost 4 times the average earnings. I guess only millionaires are buying houses now, or people swapping houses

[@Martial166]

@@DavidBennelljeez you earn 100k a year and still crying

[@jimmygroover9703]

Super educational video!

[@alexkerrmortgage]

Thanks for watching!

[@CT-pv9gu]

I’m 30 and still live at home. Decent amount saved. Shit scared of having to pay off a crap house for 35 years. Renting doesn’t sound so bad because it’s so casual, and you’re not up to your knees in debt. What the fuck do I do?

[@IstanbulNerd-hz1kg]

Finally someone of my mindset ;) The 30 years is just so scary, and these awful UK houses need a ton of maintenance, and they are never warm, unless you tear it apart and rebuild from scratch. My only solution to this: get a remote job you can do from (ideally) anywhere. Go to X country with a low(er) cost of living for a couple of years, save your cash. Then buy somewhere, anything but a leasehold in the UK (so many fees you have zero control over), which kind of means you have to buy a house, because hardly any flats are freehold... , and buy in cash. This is purely theoretical and I haven't tried it out (yet), but I think it could work.

[@CT-pv9gu]

@@IstanbulNerd-hz1kg are you kidding? I have a decent amount saved but not £200,000 for a small house. Who has that kind of money in savings?

[@alexkerrmortgage]

I personally prefer owning so I have something to leave to my kids…. Renting doesn’t give you that.

[@stephen9013]

I'm also in the mindset of leaving my kids something, with renting the owner can take back the house or apartment with notice and are you truly ever settled?

[@johnjamesweir]

Get a good life insurance cover the kids are sorted ​@@alexkerrmortgage

[@kronos3037]

Is it necessary to pay a deposit? Our current landlord has put our house up for sale, we want to get a mortgage to buy the house from him.

[@gobanj3535]

yes, deposit is necessary when buying a house through mortgage *please take what i am saying with a grain of salt* i do not own properties i am just trying to learn as well, but this is what i understand deposit is like a mini safety bubble for the mortgage company, because they are giving you a loan, they are risking whether you are able to repay and whether the house prices will remain the same (as it could drop) if you pay 20% deposit on a house then you are basically telling the mortgage company that you are covering for a potential drop of 20% in house price, hence they have more of a reason to "risk" a loan because if the house dropped more than 20% then they may not be able to make back the money they've loaned out to you

[@alexkerrmortgage]

No, possibly not if you’re buying the property you live in. This is known as buying as a “sitting tenant”. If the landlord gives you the property below market value (a discount) then you can use that equity as your deposit, as long as there is enough. If you want to chat further just book a free chat with me here - link.alexkerr.co.uk/mortgage

[@ERREXHEPI]

hi alex,some banks will not accept mortgage aplication because im not a british citizen even though have the deposit ready and the right income,any reason why?

[@alexkerrmortgage]

Have you been in the UK for at least two years and do you have at least a 10% deposit?

[@ERREXHEPI]

@@alexkerrmortgage yes i have

[@alexkerrmortgage]

@@ERREXHEPI I can help you as a non-UK national obtain a mortgage with a 10% deposit. Feel free to book a free no obligation chat with me using this link so we can go through your options - link.coursecreator360.com/widget/appointment/mortgage-chain

[@ch.awaisjaved1035]

Alex i am new here in scotland i came in scotland from Pakistan just 10 months ago. I am now full tine employee and just using one credit card and paying timely payments. What you think i should go for mortgage and by which lender i can afford 10 percent deposit.

[@alexkerrmortgage]

Hi there, you need to be here for a minimum of one year before you have some options. I would say just get in touch when you are ready so we can go through your options!

[@mcklimo]

I got offer for us like first time buyers from HSBC 2y 5.1% = 1125£(cashback 990) or 5y 4.54% = 1054£(cashback 1600) Which take if could we prediction rate after end 2y will be 3% - 3.55% - 4%?

[@alexkerrmortgage]

@@mcklimo to see the rate after that would be the lenders variable rate, so check that!

[@mcklimo]

@@alexkerrmortgage the variable rate is 6.1%. However, I will avoid this if I remortgage after 2 years, right? Just wanted to know what is better 5 years fixed with 4.54% or 2 years fixed with 5.1% and then it will be as prediction between 3-4% so next offers fixed rate on 5y would be 3% and 2y 3.5%?

[@alexkerrmortgage]

@@mcklimo ah I see what you mean…yes you will avoid when remortgaging… I prefer 5 over 2 most of the time but depends on Individual circumstances…. but I can’t “advise” for you specifically as product recommendations require me to do a factfind before advising! Just remember a 2 year requires you to remortgage every 2 years which will cost fees, where as a 5 will miss 2 renewals when compared to a 2 year fixed.

[@mcklimo]

@@alexkerrmortgage my purpose is take now 2y and then hopefully 5y with rate between 3-3.5%. I think I can save 2-5k if I am right.

[@paulgardner3926]

Hi Alex, can I buy a new build with 5% deposit without using the deposit unlock scheme?

[@alexkerrmortgage]

There are mortgage lenders out there, who now do 95% loan to value mortgages for New Builds, however some of them are broker only mortgage lenders… Are you looking to apply direct yourself or would you consider using a broker?

[@paulgardner3926]

@@alexkerrmortgage great thanks for getting back to me. planning on using you guys when the time comes

[@alexkerrmortgage]

@@paulgardner3926 thanks Paul, I would love to help you when the time is right, just get in touch!

[@mrwinks8390]

​@@alexkerrmortgage nationwide is doing this, are they worth looking into?

[@alexkerrmortgage]

@@mrwinks8390 yes indeed if you need to buy a new build with a 5% deposit

[@alroyp10]

Do I need a crediit card to then go onto building a good credit score in order to secure a mortgage? Not a fan of credit cards :/

[@alexkerrmortgage]

No, you don’t need to approach it like this. Make sure you’re on the voters role, a mobile phone contract will help as well.

[@alroyp10]

@@alexkerrmortgage Perfect, I'm living with parents so I don't have too many bills except from multiple sport club memberships, car insurance, phone bill. I'm guessing paperwork for all of these will help me get my first flat.

[@prakashmecwan7506]

Hi Alex, this is an informative video. I am an Indian citizen and have been working with the NHS as a nurse for about a year now. Can I be eligible to buy a property in the UK. Could you please advise me on this.

[@alexkerrmortgage]

Yes you need a 10% deposit. Please feel free to book in a free chat with me to discuss your options using this link. link.coursecreator360.com/widget/appointment/mortgage-chain

[@J-roll1]

I'm looking to mortgage with a friend, he's paying off a car very well, he's got alot saved outside of that aswell but his credit scores falls under 300 for some reason while I have no loans and my credit score is in the 800s, is that an issue?

[@alexkerrmortgage]

It could be… all depends what on his credit files (there are 3 mortgage lenders looks at). If you want a free chat I can explain your options and you can take it from there. Book in here - link.alexkerr.co.uk/mortgage/ftb Any questions let me know. Alex

[@xoloitsquintli]

Hi Alex, I recently moved from the US to England with my UK citizen wife and children. We're currently renting a 3 bed terraced house with 2 adjacent flats added on in 2015. Our landlords are selling all 3 units and I'm wondering if we could buy them all with the stated £1,200pm rent counting towards our (potential) income.

[@alexkerrmortgage]

Hi! ideally before you buy properties to rent out you need to own your own one. So if you were buying a property for yourself then you could buy additional properties on Buy To Let mortgages to rent out.

[@barrybarrinsonjr4879]

Hi, great video, me and my partner have saved up for a mortgage but unfortunately we dont have good credit scores. Is it possible to get a mortgage?

[@alexkerrmortgage]

Thank you for watching! It’s still possible, you have to choose the right Mortgage Lender. Please feel free to book in a free chat with me so we can discuss further, using the link below. link.coursecreator360.com/widget/appointment/mortgage-chain

[@marty3674]

Can a first time buyer ... Buy an old house and still be eligible for first time benefits

[@alexkerrmortgage]

Yes it’s not dependant on the house type but more the value.

[@hellangel230]

do we need to be british citizen to be on voters roll?

[@alexkerrmortgage]

I believe anyone can register on the open voters roll which is just as good for your credit score. I would check it out with your council website.

[@TheIrishEgyptian]

Hi mate, I’m buying with my partner. Her credit score is literally flawless but I had a default about 5 years ago, should I wait until it expires or will her credit help us regardless? Also although the default will expire soon(ish) I still have an outstanding balance, will that mean I will receive a new default after the first one expires? Thanks in advance

[@alexkerrmortgage]

Hi there, there might be a High Street lender that will look at it given your current situation. If you want to have a look at this to see if it would fit with the High Street Lender just let me know and I will send you the link so we can have a chat. Alex

[@maximusfootball6266]

New to this, could someone help me out. I have an excellent credit score, Also I could borrow 95% mortgage as a first time buyer of £156000, this deal is with my bank. Is it any good, should I go with a broker, how does it even work?

[@alexkerrmortgage]

Hi there, if you go to your bank, then you only get one set of mortgage options, however, if you use a broker then they can look at all of the banks for you. Have a look at our website and feel free to book in for a free chat. Here is the link - www.mortgagechain.co.uk/

[@ajithashokkumar5019]

Hi Alex, very informative video. I'm Indian citizen, living in UK in skilled worker visa. I'm owning a home back in India. Will I be qualified for 'first time buyer ' , as I do not have any own house in UK. ?

[@alexkerrmortgage]

Yes you should be ok. This is something we specialise in and have some exclusive products. Please book a free chat with me so we can chat through your options! Link below. link.coursecreator360.com/widget/appointment/mortgage-chain

[@Rascal-of-War]

Im a first-time buyer who has never owned a credit card and never been in debt. I've had two different phone contracts and am registered to vote. Im considering buying a house with my hrother who's in a similar financial situation as i am. Do you have any advice, or do you even think it's a wise idea?

[@alexkerrmortgage]

As long as you both live there then this is an option. Just bear in mind if either of you want to have your own mortgage after this in the future then the remaining party would need to be able to afford the current mortgage on their own, otherwise the party who wants to be released from the mortgage will not be released and therefore could be stuck within the Mortgage until the other party can afford the payments on their own.

[@ItsVespucci]

Still waiting for a video on the buy to rent scheme ... any plan on making one about that ?

[@majackslelo827]

Be patient, he is a busy man😌

[@alexkerrmortgage]

I’m thinking about this, I’m not sure at this stage, but I think about the scheme but once I’ve looked into it I will decide

[@IstanbulNerd-hz1kg]

Hey. Problem with this is, you are massively limited by the housing association. They review how much you saved and nonsense like this. I have a friend who was interested. Block of flats. Took AGES to finish building, overran by more than a year. Someone broke in as they were nearing completion, that caused further delays. Applicants would have to pay for FLOORING, no tiles allowed. No plumbing for dishwashers. They had to pay for curtain poles to be fitted. What kind of nonsense is that?! As if they're goona take the curtain polls and the floor with them on moving out! None of this was known from the outset, and the information was passed to the applicants as the building work approached completion. Total disaster.

[@jaatmanjit2117]

I want loan in UK how it is possible

[@adamgillaspy1]

First of all manners?

[@alexkerrmortgage]

😂

[@alexkerrmortgage]

Can you provide a bit more info please.

[@blahbleh5671]

I have rejected your application. Thanks. Bye.

[@giorgioc8263]

I don’t own a first home. I am considering buying to let first via a buy - to - let mortgage and then buy my first home subsequently with a first time buyer mortgage . Is it possible to do that?

[@alexkerrmortgage]

It is possible, but most lenders will want you to be a homeowner occupier first, before they give you a buy to let Mortgage… The small minority that do provide a first time buyer a Buy To Let mortgage will restrict the amount you can borrow based on your income.

[@Yukidaisyy]

Hello Alex, me and my partner just had a kid and we want to have a mortgage as first time buyers. We can only buy 200k house with 5%deposit. Is it better to wait to buy and rent instead or should we just go for it? Another thing, my partner is self employed less than 3years do you know any bank that would help us with an AIP? I’m very scared and confused we don’t know what we should do.

[@alexkerrmortgage]

For your situation, it’s impossible to give you the best solution from your short message, feel free to book a free chat with me using this link. link.coursecreator360.com/widget/appointment/mortgage-chain

[@TanvirAhmed-yy1rs]

my annual income 13225 i worked 26 hours a week manthly 104 hours can i get first time buyer mortgage plz answer my qustion

[@alexkerrmortgage]

That’s not enough info to answer the question. You get roughly 4.5 times your income. Does that help ?

[@Amazon_99.9]

Can I get an uk mortgage to buy abroad ???

[@alexkerrmortgage]

Afraid that’s not an option. Uk only.

[@Amazon_99.9]

@@alexkerrmortgage are you sure? I keep doing my research and it is possible

[@alexkerrmortgage]

@@Amazon_99.9 ok well maybe I am wrong, but it’s not my area of expertise unfortunately. I’ve not heard of it. Maybe try lenders like NatWest International and Skipton International, possibly Barclays Wealth,

[@JackT21]

I’m 19 my credit score is at 609 I’m persuming would need to be full to borrow money for a mortgage ? I’m probs gonna be 30 years old by time I get a mortgage hey ho tho

[@alexkerrmortgage]

Don’t look at the score, it’s about the history… just book a free chat with me when you’re ready so we can discuss your options.

[@MDLprodaction]

how can someone know when to get a mortgage? Sounds like a silly question but right now I face a 6.89 interest rate for borrowing 254k leading to 1607 monthly PM

[@alexkerrmortgage]

The longer you leave it, the harder, it will be to get on the ladder so if it’s affordable, definitely consider it!

[@adamgillaspy1]

a morgage over 25 years is gonna be 500k easy. you can rather pay 1607 in rent for 25 years and its a waste, or take the gamble! if you live there for 25 years and pay it off, then sell it for 400k, still 400k that u will get even know you paid more. as i said earlier, or rent for 25 years and then have nothing at the end.

[@LawrenceTimme]

Lol its a joke if you walk to work and don't go on holidays abroad that you have to have a passport or driving license

[@alexkerrmortgage]

I understand where you’re coming from, but if a bank is lending hundreds of thousands of pounds, then they need to know the identity of that person, and if you want a mortgage, then to get a passport is not too difficult.

[@LawrenceTimme]

@@alexkerrmortgage not really, they can see you in person. They worked perfectly fine in the past without them. You shouldn't have to get a passport at all, especially if you aren't going to ever use it. The photos on passports and driving licenses can be up to 19 years out of date as well, so they are hardly secure.

[@alexkerrmortgage]

@@LawrenceTimme I understand your argument but I don’t agree. Let’s agree to disagree! They have always wanted a passport. Anyone could turn up with any name…. A fraudster etc and they wouldn’t know.

[@SoftwareHelper-dl6ox]

Learned fuck all just getting sold

[@alexkerrmortgage]

@@SoftwareHelper-dl6ox this video is selling our course. There are hundreds of our videos that provide free value but ide rather you fucked off from the channel as you are not welcome.

[@SoftwareHelper-dl6ox]

@@alexkerrmortgage gladly! Bellend

[@alexkerrmortgage]

@@SoftwareHelper-dl6ox I was just providing a bell end reply to a bell end approach… I’ve provided hundreds of free videos including a complete guide like this one (45 mins long) - kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5_YgHiujrWblbssi=ztxJO9ECaFJ3h1Cc helping first time buyers for the last 5 years. The first person ever to comment like that. If that was how all my videos were like then fair enough, but there not.

[@SoftwareHelper-dl6ox]

@alexkerrmortgage fair enough but I wasn't speaking for all your videos I was speaking for this one :)

[@alexkerrmortgage]

@@SoftwareHelper-dl6ox ok so you judged me on one video basically. Im here to help but occasionally I need ti pay some bills as well if that’s ok.

[@alexbowe495]

Learnt nothing, just trying to get u to download dodgy apps

[@alexkerrmortgage]

@@alexbowe495 Learnt nothing… do you have a learning disability ? Dodgy apps… it’s a free online course to help first time buyers. Where do people like you come from ? No class what so ever. Carry on mate, say what you need to say.

[@Anom-q2u]

I dont need a mortage i am mentally and physically sick i have government supported accomodation i get like £1100 a month in total benefits and i have zero council tax or rent im proud of it as well

[@misslanapaulford]

Sooooooooo Why did U come on this page. Either to brag or likes 😮

[@SouthernMonkii]

You are what is wrong with this society