Itās often possible to use a gifted deposit when applying for a mortgage in Bristol.
This is where a family member gives you money to help with your deposit, and they donāt expect it to be repaid.
For example, if youāre buying a Ā£220,000 home, a relative might gift Ā£11,000 to meet the 5% deposit requirement.
Most lenders accept this, as long as the gift is clearly documented.
A mortgage advisor in Bristol, will explain what the lender needs and help submit the right paperwork, including a gifted deposit letter.
Lenders will generally allow a gifted deposit if it comes from someone with a strong personal or family link to the buyer, this could include:
Lenders want to see that the money is a true gift, not a loan.
Our mortgage advisors in Bristol can help check whatās needed and support you through the process.
Using a gifted deposit shouldnāt impact your ability to get a mortgage, but it does come with a few added requirements.
Lenders will need to see written confirmation that the money is a gift and not repayable.
If this is missing or unclear, it could delay the offer.
With professional mortgage advice in Bristol, everything can be prepared in advance so your application progresses without issues.
Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.
There may be a fee for mortgage advice. The fee is up to 1% but a typical fee is £495.
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