Platform Contractor Mortgages - Help and FAQs

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

I am looking for some mortgage advice. I am currently a media contractor, 18 months into a 2 contract. the chances of me being moved onto a permanent contract are slim. My question is, will Platform even consider me for a mortgage before then? Is there such thing as a ‘contractor mortgage’?

Going through the contractor mortgage process to move to a buy to let with a new lender. All documents done and sent. Received communication from the lender to say they can't move forward with process unless my current manager writes me a letter saying my contract will definitely be prolonged and when new end date will be. Any thoughts?

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?

Is it correct that that as contractor I would require a huge deposit up to as much as 50 per cent to qualify for a mortgage with Platform.

I am lead to believe that banks and building societies mostly view contractors as high risk applicants; so require 3 years’ accounts to substantiate mortgage affordability. In my case as a finacial contractor, this evidence is unlikely to paint an accurate picture of my income potential. Will a contractor-focused mortgage broker remove the hassle by maximising use of the expertise and contacts they have established.

The above information covers to properties in England and Wales.

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