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Congratulations – Your Mortgage Loan got Approved!

Published on April 27, 2015 by Ryan Taylor in Buying, News, Property Investment

If you are planning to purchase a new home in the near future, one of the things that you will most likely be looking into is getting a mortgage loan to enable you to make your purchase. There are many places that now offer mortgage loans in addition to the big High Street banks, so you do have plenty of choice particularly if you have a decent credit rating.

However, one thing you need to be careful about is not just focusing on getting a loan from companies that offer loan pre-approval, as this could result in you getting caught in a debt trap with a loan that comes with eye-watering interest rates and sky-high repayments.

 

Many people who are buying a property are sorely tempted to simply go with any company or lender that contacts them with loan pre-approval. However, you have to be very careful when it comes to taking out house loans, as the interest rates and repayments can vary dramatically. The last thing you want is to be burdened with a loan that leaves you destitute at the end of every month, so it is vital that you choose wisely when it comes to getting property loans.

What to look for to avoid being financially crippled by your home loan!

There are a number of different things that you will need to think about when you are looking for a mortgage loan to buy a property. By taking the right factors into consideration you can help to ensure that you do not end up buried in debt with a mortgage loan that you can’t afford, which will have the added bonus of ensuring you don’t end up losing your property as a result of being unable to keep up with your repayments!

Some of the things that you need to look at in order to avoid being fleeced by lenders offering pre-approved mortgage loans include:

Work out how much you can afford to borrow

Before accepting any pre-approved loans you need to work out how much you can realistically afford to borrow. This is not only based on your income but also on your outgoings. You need to make sure you don’t over-burden yourself by taking out more than you can realistically afford to repay, as otherwise you could end up with very little money in your pocket each month.

Calculate how much you can afford to repay each month

Another thing you need to do is work out how much you can afford to repay on your mortgage each month. You need to remember that this is not just about the amount you earn each month but also the amount that you have to pay out on other things such as bills, insurance, and general living costs. Once you’ve worked out your other outgoings, you will know how much income you are left with and how much of this you can afford to pay out for your mortgage. This will also help you to determine the amount that you can afford to borrow.

The interest rate charged

The interest rates charged on mortgage loans can vary widely from one lender to another. Don’t assume that just because you’re told you’ve been pre-approved for a loan that you will get a competitive rate because this may not be the case. You need to make sure you take the time to compare different lenders, mortgages and rates in order to find one that comes with competitive rates and suits your needs.

Regulated lender

Before you take up any loan company on their offer of a mortgage loan, you should make sure that the company is properly regulated. This will provide you with valuable peace of mind as well as enhanced protection. Make sure that the lender you go with is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

When to get your loan approval

Many people decide to wait until they have found a property they really want before applying for a mortgage loan only to find that they cannot actually borrow the amount they need. When you are purchasing a new home, it is always a good idea to get pre-approved for a loan before you start looking for the perfect property. This will benefit you in two ways. Firstly, it will enable you to see exactly how much you will be able to borrow from your chosen lender, which means that you can focus on looking at properties that are definitely within your price range rather than wasting time looking at ones that you may not be able to afford. Secondly, it can boost the chances of you getting your dream home in the event that there are multiple people who are interested in it. This is because a seller is more likely to accept the offer of someone that has already been approved for finance from a lender than from someone who still has to go through the whole process and might not even be able to get a mortgage for the required amount.

Remembering the risks

It is vital to remember the risks that are attached to mortgage loans, as this demonstrates just why it is so important to make sure you get a mortgage loan that you can afford. If you are unable to keep up with repayments on your mortgage, you could end up losing your home, as it could end up getting repossessed. This is the last thing that any homeowner wants, so you need to bear this in mind when you’re looking for a suitable loan. By making sure you don’t burden yourself with a loan that you cannot afford repayments on you can reduce the chances of something like this occurring. By taking the time to find a loan that is realistically affordable and comes with a competitive rate of interest, you can enjoy far greater peace of mind as well as more disposable income to spend on other things including yourself!

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About the author
Ryan has worked in many areas of property over his eight years in the business. From Lettings to Property Management to New Home Sales to Investment, his knowledge and passion are second to none. He is currently based in Nottingham.

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