The Mortgage Works Contractor Mortgages - Help and FAQs

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

Do any sections of the CML Lender's Handbook stipulate the requirements for The Mortgage Works when it comes to contractor mortgages or self-employed mortgages.

Myself and my husband are currently about to apply for a mortgage with The Mortgage Works. Next month I commence working as a contractor. My husband is full time employed and so does have a healthy income. Is it going to be a case of just getting a non-contractor mortgage with The Mortgage Works in my husband’s sole name?

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

I am well aware that the days of self-certification contractor mortgages are long gone. 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 The Mortgage Works

As a contractor (freelance journalist) do I really need to supply at least six months of both business and personal bank statements as part of the due diligence process for The Mortgage Works.I am not convinced that my broker is correct.

The above information covers to properties in England and Wales.

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