Mortgage rates are not expected to fall further this year, but rising wages are likely to improve affordability for buyers as house prices stay flat.
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Your mortgage questions answered
What is a mortgage?
A mortgage is a loan given by a bank, lender, or other financial institution to help an individual or business purchase a home.
Annabel Dixon
ContributorHow to save for a house deposit
Set a target and save it as soon as you get paid.
Take out a Lifetime ISA, the government chips in 25% if you save £4,000 each year.
Reduce your rent as much as possible, can you live with parents or friends?
Consider Shared Ownership, which requires a smaller deposit.
How much can I borrow for a mortgage?
Banks and building societies usually lend 4 to 4.5 times your total household income.
The most important things they'll look at are your monthly income and your monthly outgoings, to see how much you can comfortably repay.
Nic Hopkirk
Senior EditorWhat mortgage can I get?
There are lots of different types of mortgages available, from repayment and interest only mortgages to fixed rate, tracker and standard variable rate mortgages.
Nic Hopkirk
Senior EditorWhat deposit do I need for a mortgage?
You’ll usually need a minimum deposit of 5-10% of the home you want to buy.
A 25% deposit will gives access to better mortgage deals, while a 40% deposit opens up the best deals
Nic Hopkirk
Senior EditorHow long does a mortgage application take?
It can take from two to six weeks to get a mortgage approved. Most mortgage offers are then valid for six months.
So if you see a great deal out there and want to reserve it, it's worth speaking to the lender or a mortgage broker in advance.
