🏆 Award-Winning Bad Credit Specialist · FCA No. 301173
Mortgage With Defaults Broker Plymouth

Darryl Dhoffer
CeMAP · CeRER · FCA 301173 · ⭐ 51 Reviews
"I specialise in exactly this. Free assessment — no credit search, no obligation. I respond within 2 hours."
Have defaults on your credit file? Darryl Dhoffer helps clients across Plymouth secure a mortgage despite defaults when banks say no. Free quote. No obligation. Responds within 2 hours.
Being declined feels personal. It isn't — banks use computers. Darryl uses judgement.
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🏦 65+ Lenders
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Specialist Default Mortgage Advice, Serving Plymouth Remotely
Darryl Dhoffer's practice is based in Bedford, but almost none of his clients ever visit in person — everything is handled by phone, WhatsApp and video call, which means Plymouth is no further away than anywhere else in the UK.
What matters to lenders isn't your postcode, it's the detail of the default: how old it is, how much it was for, and whether it's been paid. Darryl reviews all of that before recommending a lender, rather than guessing.
There's no fee for the initial conversation and no credit search just to find out where you stand. Most people who get in touch are pleasantly surprised by what's actually available to them.
✅ Bad Credit We Help With in Plymouth
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CCJs
Satisfied or unsatisfied, recent or historic. We know which lenders look past them.
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Defaults
Single or multiple defaults. Age and amount matter — we know which lenders to approach.
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IVA / DMP
Currently in or recently completed an IVA or Debt Management Plan.
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Missed Payments
Late or missed payments on any credit commitment.
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Repossession
Previous property repossession is not necessarily a barrier.
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Bankruptcy
Discharged bankruptcy. Options often exist sooner than people expect.
❓ Bad Credit Mortgage FAQs — Plymouth
How much deposit will I need with a default on my file? ›
It depends on the default. Most specialist lenders want a minimum of 10-15% deposit when defaults are present. A recent, large or unsatisfied default can push that closer to 25-30%, while an older, smaller, satisfied one might only need 5-10%. Darryl will tell you exactly where you're likely to sit once he's seen the detail.
My partner has a default but I don't — can we still get a joint mortgage? ›
Yes, in most cases. Lenders generally assess joint applications on the combined picture rather than rejecting outright because one applicant has a default. The clean applicant's credit history can help, but the default itself — its age, amount and status — still gets factored in by the underwriter.
What's the difference between a satisfied and an unsatisfied default? ›
A satisfied default means the debt has been repaid in full; an unsatisfied one is still outstanding. Lenders generally view satisfied defaults more favourably and a number offer better rates or lower deposit requirements once a default has been cleared, though plenty of lenders will still consider unsatisfied defaults depending on the rest of your circumstances.
How do I get a mortgage with a CCJ in Plymouth? ›
Start with a free assessment with Darryl. He'll review your CCJ details — the age, amount and whether it's satisfied — along with your full financial picture. He'll then identify the most suitable specialist lenders from his panel of 65+ and present your case in the strongest possible way. Most clients with CCJs are surprised by how many options are actually available to them.
⭐ What Clients Say
★★★★★
"Excellent service from start to finish. Darryl was extremely responsive throughout, always replying quickly to questions and keeping me updated at every stage. His communication was clear and easy to understand, even with the more technical parts of the mortgage process. Darryl worked hard to find the right options for my situation and made the whole process feel straightforward and stress-free. Would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a mortgage broker."
Fizz Solmon — Google Review
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"Just when I had lost all hope, I found Darryl and within weeks my mortgage was approved. Given my bad credit history, I honestly didn't think any of this would be possible."
Tim Ellis — Bad Credit Mortgage
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"After approaching Darryl with what I thought was a tricky case, he immediately put my nerves at ease. Within a few weeks he had secured us a deal."
Hayley Beale — Complex Case
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"Darryl was absolutely amazing from the first phone-call to the very quick mortgage offer! This actually feels like nothing short of a miracle!"
Kate Dalton — First-Time Buyer
❓ Common Questions About Defaults
Does a satisfied default help my application?
It can — a satisfied default is generally viewed more favourably than an outstanding one, though it isn't essential for every lender.
What if only one of us on a joint application has a default?
It's still assessed as a joint case. The applicant without a default doesn't guarantee approval, but it can help, and several lenders will look at the combined picture rather than declining outright.
How many defaults can I have and still get a mortgage?
There's no fixed limit — Darryl has placed clients with multiple defaults. It comes down to matching you to a lender whose criteria fits your specific circumstances.
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🔒 FCA No. 301173
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Lender criteria, rates and deposit requirements quoted on this page are indicative and subject to change without notice. Individual circumstances vary. This page provides general information only and does not constitute regulated financial advice. The Mortgage Geezer is a trading style of Access Financial Services Ltd who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. The Financial Services Register number is 301173. Registered in England No. 04427489. Registered office address Access Financial Services Ltd, Unit 1 Furtho Court, Towcester Road, Old Stratford, Milton Keynes, MK19 6AN. YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP YOUR REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE OR ANY OTHER LOAN SECURED AGAINST IT.