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Morgage going in partners name - am I still a buyer?

MarkNewby · 2009-04-23 17:20:46

Hello all, Me & my partner Matt [unmarried] are in the process of buying a flat. As I have adverse credit history, we were advised by an IFA that there would be more chance of the application succeeding if Matt [who has fine credit history] was to apply for a mortgage alone. We have begun to do this with our mortgage…

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sgt.tibbs1977 Posts: 57 Forumite

29 May 2009 at 1:24PM

Of course, a simpler solution to the problem might just be to follow some of the advice on ensuring your credit reference report is good (as per the advice on the main page of martin lewis) and add your name on at a later date when your joint application is successful.

Information provided is general and not specific to an individuals position. For more specific advice an agency such as National Debtline, Citizens Advice Bureau, CCCS or Payplan should be contacted.

Any opinions given are my own and not those of my employer, past or present.
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