1st time buyer, buying abroad

aroma44

I would like to buy abroad and live in a tied cottage at present, any suggestions for a first time buyer buying abroad as to mortgages and any dos or don'ts as I know this can be quite a risk. Any help appreciated R

MortgageMamma

I don't deal with these myself but if you send me your contact details I can refer you to a specialist company

Ian_W

This isn't a recommendation, in fact when we were buying abroad we found their fees quite high, but worth having a look around this website:
https://www.mortgagesoverseas.com/

Where are you thinking of buying? What's the purpose, holiday home/holiday let/pure investment as a BTL? Bit difficult without knowing a little more of where and why you're buying.

MortgageMamma

Are you a UK Citizen? which country do you wish to buy in?

aroma44

MortgageMamma wrote:

Are you a UK Citizen? which country do you wish to buy in?

Yes - UK Citizen wanting to buy in Greece

HelpWhereIcan

The fact that you are a first time buyer should be ok, but you should get UK based advice before committing to purchasing a property in Greece.

As with anything else and as you would when buying a property here, speak with a couple of places to get an idea of what may be available.

Most brokers should be able to get you 'agreed in principle' before you go on any viewing trips.

Be wary of using advisers based in the ea in Greece and signing on the day. Check this against whatever your UK based adviser can offer.

Good luck

Hope this helps