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  • MEM62
    MEM62 Posts: 5,525 Forumite
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    We've used both calculators and mortgage advisors

    Then you have probably already looked at all your options in respect of the mortgage borrowing. You'll either need to find another £18K to add to your deposit or go for a cheaper property.
  • Thanks for the replies
    not sure on Viola figures though... 25%?? glad I've not used you as a broker, you're % isn't even close
  • Cirias
    Cirias Posts: 68 Forumite
    Realistically, that additional 8% that you require is still a lot of money. Especially to try to come up with it in a tight timeframe. If it wasn't a property in such demand, I would suggest getting the price down through some clever negotiation. Otherwise your only options really are to hold off and save more, or look at something cheaper.
  • ViolaLass
    ViolaLass Posts: 5,764 Forumite
    Thanks for the replies
    not sure on Viola figures though... 25%?? glad I've not used you as a broker, you're % isn't even close

    Yeah, I've tried the numbers again and I can't get 25% whatever combination I use. Not sure what I did...
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