Co operative Bank Contractor Mortgages - Help and FAQs

I am seeking some mortgage advice. I am currently a finacial contractor, One year into a 2 contract. However, I'm unlikely to be moved onto a permanent contract until around June time. So I suppose my query is, will Co operative Bank even consider me for a mortgage before then? Is there such thing as a ‘contractor mortgage’?

I am a media contractor looking to buy a home in Bedford. My next step is to secure a mortgage ideally with Co operative Bank. Would it be wise to contact Co operative Bank directly or seek the help of a contractor specialist mortgage broker who is used to dealing with contractors and Co operative Bank.

I’m in a bit of an onerous situation in as much as I and my partner are both self-employed (contractors) without any great accounts to show, although things are on the up I hope for this to change shortly. Basically my question for you is how hard would it be to get a 125k contractor mortgage with a lender such as Co operative Bank?

I am finding the process of trying to obtain a contractor mortgage extremely frustrating. There doesn't seem to be many lenders who really understand my situation and the peculiarities of being a contractor. Are there any mortgage underwriters who apply a common sense to ensure getting a contractor mortgage is as straightforward as possible.

How can I make myself more attractive to a lender such as Co operative Bank when it comes to trying to get a contractor mortgage. I would like to understand the process and requirements to avoid unwelcome surprises.