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First Time buyer

Hi,

Can anyone help my friend is looking for the best mortage rates for first time buyer with 10-20% deposit , with her dad ideally as guarantor but dad could go on mortage if needed.

Thanks

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  • mike5678
    mike5678 Posts: 100 Forumite
    I have recently had a mortgage accepted with a 15% deposit, borrowing £149k from Alliance and Leicester at a fixed rate of 5.99%. Not great, but other than the Abbey at 5.74% (who were a disaster) this is the best I could see for an 85% LTV.
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