Applying for a credit card whilst applying for a mortgage
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cramatdel
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Hi there,
I'm a first time buyer looking to buy a newbuild, which is due for completion in September or October, but the developer wants to exchange at the end of May.
I've met with the mortgage advisor and am currently applying for a mortgage through Santander. Obviously if we get it, the offer can be withdrawn while we're waiting for the property to be completed.
In the mean time, I've got a credit card which has a couple of grand on at 0%, but the rate runs out in July. Usually, I'd balance transfer it to a new card with a 0% rate, but I'm loath to apply for a credit card while we're waiting for the mortgage to start.
Would doing this significantly affect my chances of getting the mortgage or having any offer withdrawn?
Thanks.
I'm a first time buyer looking to buy a newbuild, which is due for completion in September or October, but the developer wants to exchange at the end of May.
I've met with the mortgage advisor and am currently applying for a mortgage through Santander. Obviously if we get it, the offer can be withdrawn while we're waiting for the property to be completed.
In the mean time, I've got a credit card which has a couple of grand on at 0%, but the rate runs out in July. Usually, I'd balance transfer it to a new card with a 0% rate, but I'm loath to apply for a credit card while we're waiting for the mortgage to start.
Would doing this significantly affect my chances of getting the mortgage or having any offer withdrawn?
Thanks.
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It may do no harm at all, but it certainly won't do any good, so avoid.
All my money is going towards the deposit and solicitors fees!
Once the 0% term ends, we'll still be waiting for the mortgage to start so it could still be pulled.
I think the mortgage application will go through on Monday, so I could apply for a card today - would that have an impact?
How much of your deposit is borrowed funds?
None, I just have a long standing debt on a credit card.
What you think won't count for anything when it gets down to the nitty gritty.
Not sure what you mean?