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Guarantor Mortgage With Bad Credit How a Guarantor Can Help
A guarantor can make a significant difference to your mortgage application if you have bad credit. Darryl Dhoffer explains exactly how guarantor mortgages work and which lenders offer the best terms.
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How Guarantor Mortgages Work With Bad Credit
A guarantor mortgage involves a third party usually a parent or close family member agreeing to cover your mortgage repayments if you cannot. Having a guarantor with a strong credit history and income can significantly improve your mortgage application when you have adverse credit.
However guarantor mortgages are complex. Not all lenders offer them the guarantor finances are assessed alongside yours and the guarantor takes on significant legal responsibility. Darryl Dhoffer will explain all the options including the increasingly popular Joint Borrower Sole Proprietor alternative.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can a guarantor help me get a mortgage with bad credit? ›
Yes. A guarantor with a good credit history and sufficient income can improve your mortgage application significantly. Lenders see the guarantor as additional security. However not all lenders offer guarantor mortgages for bad credit applicants. Darryl Dhoffer knows which lenders accept guarantors and what their specific criteria are.
Who can be a mortgage guarantor? ›
Most lenders require the guarantor to be a close family member typically a parent or sibling. The guarantor must have a good credit history sufficient income to cover both your mortgage and their own financial commitments and in many cases must own their own home. The guarantor age at the end of the mortgage term is also a factor most lenders consider.
What are the risks for a mortgage guarantor? ›
The guarantor is legally responsible for your mortgage repayments if you cannot meet them. If neither you nor the guarantor can pay the lender can pursue the guarantor for the full outstanding balance and the guarantor own home may be at risk. This is a serious legal commitment and Darryl strongly recommends all guarantors seek independent legal advice before proceeding.
Is a joint borrower sole proprietor mortgage better than a guarantor mortgage? ›
For many situations a Joint Borrower Sole Proprietor mortgage is a more flexible alternative to a traditional guarantor mortgage. Under JBSP all parties are responsible for repayments but only one person owns the property. This avoids stamp duty surcharges that apply when a homeowner acts as a standard joint borrower. Darryl will assess which structure is most beneficial for your specific circumstances.
Does the guarantor bad credit affect my application? ›
Yes. The guarantor credit file is assessed by the lender. If the guarantor also has adverse credit this significantly reduces their ability to strengthen your application. Darryl will review both credit files and advise on whether proceeding with a guarantor is beneficial or whether an alternative approach is more suitable.
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