Halifax Contractor Mortgages - Help and FAQs

Here at LENDERmonitor we receive regular similar questions from visitors enquiring about whether Halifax offer contractor mortgages. We collated some of the more common contractor mortgage questions but if you have any specific questions about Halifax and contractor mortgages please complete our enquiry form and we see if we can arrange for an expert to contact you directly.

What is current approach to contractor mortgages and Halifax? I am a contractor but my partner has a permanent job. Will Halifax take my salary should we make an application in both our names?

Do any sections of the CML Lender's Handbook set out the requirements for Halifax when it comes to contractor mortgages or self-employed mortgages.

My existing mortgage lender had given us consent to let. My situation changed last year, I started my own company and started working as a contractor. Are you able to recommend a lender who specialises in contractor mortgages?

I am well aware that the days of self-certification contractor mortgages are a thing of the past. Are there any lenders that take the same approach to mortgages for contractors as they do for standard home loan applications. In particular I have my eye on a mortgage deal with Halifax

Were I to inform Halifax that I’m contracting, are they likely to charge me a higher rate on my mortgage?

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