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Mortgage - how much will my lender lend me?

Mortgage basics

  • All the most common mortgage terms explained in plain English
  • The lowdown on interest rates and the different types of mortgage available
  • Guide to help you find the mortgage deal that's right for you
  • Why you should also pay attention to customer service and support

What's in this guide

Getting started

Our guide will help you find your way through the mortgage maze. 

Interest rates

The lower your interest rate, the lower the repayments. 

Loan to value

The bigger the deposit you have, the better choice of deals you'll have.

Repayment methods

You have two choices when it comes to paying back your mortgage.

How to choose

We look at the key considerations when choosing a mortgage.

Customer service

Don't just look at price - good customer service is important too.