Buying a house is definitely one of, if not the most expensive purchase you will ever make in your lifetime. Although taking out a mortgage makes the process far more affordable and means you are able to even think about buying a house in the first place, it is crucial that you find the perfect mortgage for you to avoid any problems occurring in the future. There are two ways you can take out a mortgage – through a mortgage broker or by doing a direct deal with the lender. Both options have their advantages and doing a direct deal will save you money at the time, however using a mortgage broker will ensure you find the best deal for you on the market. To look at the benefits in a little more depth, we caught up with Andy from Mortgageforce Worcester.
If you are unfamiliar with different types of mortgages available to you and have little knowledge of the subject, using a mortgage broker will certainly be the best option for you. Knowing where to start looking for a mortgage can seem daunting and overwhelming, however a mortgage broker will do all of this for you presenting you with the best mortgages suited to you and your needs. Not only this, but some lenders operate exclusively through mortgage brokers so there may be better options available to you that wouldn’t have been if you chose to do a direct deal.
The main benefits of using a mortgage broker are receiving great advice and convenience. They will be able to explain each mortgage to you to ensure you understand the benefits and also advise you on which they think is the most suitable for your current situation. On top of this, they will save you a great deal of time which you would have spend looking for different mortgages yourself and with only having to supply the mortgage broker with your personal information once, you won’t waste any time filling in multiple applications. It can be easy to have your mortgage applications rejected which can damage your credit history, however the mortgage broker will be able to advise you on which ones you are likely to be approved for to avoid this.
Although using a mortgage broker will add to the cost of buying a house at the time, if they help you find a mortgage which is perfectly suited to you it can save you time, hassle and problems arising in the future. There are different types of mortgage brokers who will be able to offer you a different variety of mortgages which is something you should research before you jump into hiring one, however on a whole it is generally the best option to ensure you are aware of the best deals available to you. The majority of people looking for a mortgage will benefit from using a mortgage broker, and doing so can also decrease the stress of the process. Make sure you use a reputable broker to ensure you get the best service possible and the best advice available to you which will save you both time and money in the long run.
