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What is a first timer buyer?

Ok, seems like a simple enough question, but is it?

What is the actual definition as per the mortgage lenders?

You see I bought a house (on a FTB mortgage), sold it and rented for a few months and now want to buy again.

As I have no current mortgage situation does that qualify me for a FTB mortgage? or are they really only for the first property you buy?

thanks

John

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  • herbiesjp
    herbiesjp Posts: 8,499 Forumite
    Each lender is different

    Some lender indeed mean it to be the very first property you buy.

    Other lenders have pre-determined timescales (in their criteria), after which you can be classed as a FTB with them

    However in terms of actual rates and deals, it does not make that much difference
    I am a Mortgage Adviser
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