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Payday Loans



I foolishly took a payday loan due to an extreme emergency when I was abroad, now, in retrospect maybe that was not such a good idea. I've just learnt that taking Payday loans could drastically affect a mortgage lenders decision-making if you would like to apply for a mortgage, even though it was all paid in full on time etc.


Is applying for a home mortgage really completely off the cards after taking out a payday loan? I've read that I would need to wait at least 12 months before I could even be considered for a mortgage?


What are my options if any?









Comments

  • Hazzinho
    Hazzinho Posts: 742 Forumite
    Over time one payday loan won't have a major impact if you've managed credit well since although it is a sign of desperation that may put some lenders off.
  • PaulW922
    PaulW922 Posts: 1,041 Forumite
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    It also depends on the lender. I wouldn't worry too much.
  • A one off p.d. loan will make some companies decide to say no to offering you a mortgage but there are others who will still say yes.

    I wouldn't worry too much.

    Try a mortgage broker.
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