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Preparing for Your First Mortgage

The focus of this free webinar is bad credit, self-employment and affordability. Many people assume they will struggle to get a mortgage because they are self-employed or had bad credit. This session explains how lenders assess these areas and what you can do before applying.

We will cover:

  • How lenders look at missed payments, defaults and other credit issues
  • Why the credit score shown on an app does not tell the full story
  • How sole traders and company directors may be assessed
  • Why different lenders can use different income figures
  • How credit cards, loans, car finance and school fees affect the borrowing
  • What documents you should prepare
  • When an agreement in principle can change
  • Common mistakes to avoid before applying

Practical examples are drawn from experience working for multiple specialist mortgage lenders. The session is suitable for first-time buyers and anyone who wants to understand their mortgage position before starting a property search. There will be time for general questions at the end. The webinar provides general information only. Any personal recommendation would require a full review of your individual circumstances.

20 July 2026 18:30 – 19:30 (UK time)