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Would you gives us the mortgage we need?

We've got a nice one bed flat, with a 19yr mortgage, for 99k. Probably 20k equity once sold.
We're 48 yrs old, earning 3 times single salary of 46k. No children or dependants, long term prof job.
We've seen a two bed cottage, would love it, but it's 230k asking price.
We're going to see the bank. on Monday, but does anyone have a gut feeling of whether we'll get one or not?
Also, we did wonder about buy to let......anyone have any experience of that?

Grateful for any thoughts or advice

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  • Why dont you put your details in one of the affordability calculators. If inputted correctly it should gve you an idea. Nationwide do a good one. Have a look at their website.
  • blueste
    blueste Posts: 83 Forumite
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    I would speak to a broker rather than go to one bank. From their experience they would be better positioned to know who is likely to accept you.

    Good Luck.
  • AnotherJoe
    AnotherJoe Posts: 19,622 Forumite
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    edited 7 August 2016 at 7:39AM
    What's BTL got to do with you buying a cottage? Were you planning to let it out?
    Do you have any savings for a deposit on this cottage ?
    Are there three of you each earning £46k and do you all live together or only one or two of you ? Will all three live in the 2 bed?
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