Are you an expat looking to get a mortgage in the UK?
The moment you step off the plane and begin your life as an international worker, UK mortgages instantly become more complicated. At Skybound Wealth, we understand the complexities associated with international mortgages. That's why we provide expert UK mortgage advice specifically designed for expats living abroad who want to invest in UK property.
If you’re currently living abroad and looking to buy or remortgage a property in the UK, you’ll need an expat mortgage, as you won’t meet the criteria for a standard mortgage. Whether you're seeking to purchase a rental property or looking to maintain a property for your family whilst working abroad, with the right guidance, this can be a smooth and rewarding process for expats.
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Expats looking for a mortgage abroad can face challenges in securing the best deal. With a multitude of providers and numerous different types on the market, one of the most complicated choices for an expat to make is finding the right mortgage lender.
Factors like your credit score and income are how lenders can establish your borrowing history and decide whether to offer you a mortgage deal. If you’ve never lived in the UK, you will not have access to a credit record. Nonetheless, UK nationals living abroad can also encounter credit score problems. If you’ve lived abroad for more than six years, you may have no record at all in the UK.
Mortgage lenders also need to know that you can make your loan repayments. This means, they will assess your income to ensure you will be able to afford the monthly instalments. It may, however, be difficult to assess this for someone who is buying a house overseas. This is where a proficient expat mortgage adviser can help.
Lenders will also consider your employment status, as they need to see if you’re receiving a stable income. Therefore, you should be able to provide proof of earnings such as payslips, however, these need to be translated into English. Some lenders may even prefer your past income to have been paid into a British bank account.
For expat mortgages, the required deposit is usually at least 25% of the property value. However, the requirements can vary depending on factors such as the location you want to buy, who you are borrowing from, the type of property you would like to purchase, and your current financial situation. In some rarer cases, you may be able to secure an expat mortgage with a 10% or 5% deposit, however, it could be that the bigger your deposit, the cheaper your interest rate is likely to be.
Applying for a mortgage for an international property comes with a variety of challenges and considerations. That is why it’s important to get professional help from a good mortgage broker.
Once we understand your circumstances, Skybound Wealth will search hundreds of options to find the most suitable mortgage for you and your individual requirements. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, moving home or looking for a potential re-mortgage, we’ll provide you with the information on the best mortgages that are available to you.
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Securing an international mortgage comes with its obstacles, and it can seem like a daunting process. However, it doesn’t need to be. At Skybound Wealth, we leverage our extensive experience in global coverage and deep knowledge of the mortgage market to offer a streamlined process for international mortgages. We specialise in bespoke international mortgage planning, empowering you to invest in UK properties and secure a more stable financial future, no matter where you are in the world.
Our team of international mortgage experts is on hand to cut through all the red tape and get the facts on what options are available to help find the right deal for you. We offer:
Whether you need an expat buy-to-let mortgage or planning to return to the UK in the future, the team specialises in navigating the complexities of UK property finance for overseas investors.
If you’re looking for a quote or more information on mortgages, contact our team today.
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