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buy-to let mortgage while unemployed

Hello,

Can someone please tell me whether it is possible to obtain a buy-to let mortgage while unemployed?


I am at present a full-time student, and have no income, but I can provide a deposit of £150,000 towards a flat purchase. I am thinking of buying a flat costing about twice that figure, and renting it out, thus paying the interest on the required loan. Hence my query is, will anyone lend me the extra £150,000 or so to buy the flat?

I do have additional assets; I own outright my present home, valued at about £150,000, and have about £50,000 in cash, which I can live off until I find a job.

Any advice welcome.

Cheers,
Mike.

Comments

  • Dave_Ham
    Dave_Ham Posts: 6,045 Forumite
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    Given your situation, this should be achievable.

    You are highly likely to require a mortgage broker mind you, as many of the buy to let lenders deal exclusively with brokers.
    I am a Mortgage Broker
    You should note that this site doesn't check my status as a Mortgage Broker, so you need to take my word for it.
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  • Thanks for the advice.

    Cheers,
    Mike.
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