What Stops You from Getting a Mortgage in the UK?

A young couple get approved for a mortgage

Are you dreaming of owning your own home in the UK? From credit scores to employment history, we’ve covered nine potential hurdles standing between you and approval from a mortgage lender. Poor Credit Score A poor credit report is one of the main things that can stop you from getting a mortgage in the UK. […]

Can You Get a Mortgage for Zero Hour Contracts?

Young zero hours contract worker in a cafe

According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), an estimated 1.1 million people in the UK were on zero-hours contracts as their main job from October 2021 to the end of September 2022. This equates to an average of 3.2% of all employment in the UK.

What is a Mortgage Illustration?

Discussing mortgage documents including the mortgage illustration

At Millennium Mortgages, “What is a mortgage illustration?” is something we get asked all the time. A mortgage illustration outlines all the details of a mortgage and is something your mortgage advisor will talk through with you after they have looked into what options are available. Your mortgage broker will do this prior to submitting […]

Do You Need a Solicitor to Remortgage?

A young couple sat with a conveyancing solicitor

If you’re considering a remortgage, you might not realise that in most instances you will need a solicitor. What does remortgaging mean? Remortgaging is when you swap the existing mortgage on your current property from your current deal and existing lender to another mortgage deal with a different lender. Switching to a different rate with […]

Can You Remortgage Early To Get a Better Deal?

A young couple discuss remortgaging early with a mortgage broker

Are you considering remortgaging? Many individuals tend to ignore this option until their current lender reminds them. But, were you aware that you can remortgage earlier than expected?