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Mortgages for people with reposessions

Hi All,
Wondering if anyone can help? I had my house repossessed in 2008, won't bore you with the details, but once I got on my feet I paid the shortfall from the sale.
I now want to buy again. I'm lucky I have a good deposit, I'm looking to buy somewhere for 150-160k, and have 42k deposit.
Has anyone been in a similar position or maybe offer some advice? I'm trying to decide on seeing a broker or going it alone.

Thank you kindly
And

Comments

  • Use a broker, and declare all this up front


    Different lenders have rules which the brokers will understand well.
    So many glitches, so little time...
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