Skipton mortgages
Our broker partner Mojo can help you to compare and apply for Skipton's range of mortgages - and make sure you don't miss out on a better offer from elsewhere...
Skipton Building Society has grown since its beginnings in 1853 to be the 4th largest building society and seventh largest mortgage lender in the UK.
They provide a wide range of mortgage products, alongside other traditional financial services, most notably, their Track record mortgage, which is currently the only 100% mortgage product available in the UK.
As a building society, Skipton is owned by it's members, and is rooted in community values, providing both student scholarships and a charitable foundation.
What type of mortgages do Skipton building society offer?
Skipton offers the full range of mortgage products, including:
First-time buyer mortgages at up to 100% LTV
Home mover mortgages at up to 95% LTV
Remortgages at up to 90% LTV
Buy-to-let mortgages at up to 75% LTV
Interest rate types
Specific products
Interest-only mortgages at up to 70% LTV
Mortgages for foreign nationals living in the UK
Right to buy and right to acquire mortgages
Let to buy mortgage arrangments
Mortgages for non-standard construction property
Second home mortgages
Skipton mortgage rates
To get the best Skipton mortgage interest rates you'll need a good sized deposit and strong credit history, but this is the same with any lender. No matter what type of mortgage deal you’re looking for, remember to consider fees alongside the rates, as sometimes the best rates available come with higher fees. It’s important to weigh up which will suit you best in the long term. A mortgage broker can help you to compare Skipton mortgage deals with others across the market, taking all fees into account.
Skipton deposit-free mortgage
'Track Record' is currently the only 100%, no-deposit mortgage in the UK. It's intended for renters struggling to save a deposit. Dependent on affordability, you can get a mortgage with equivalent repayments to (but not more than) you currently pay in rent. This means that if you pay £1000 in rent, you could potentially borrow £163,000 over 25 years. To qualify you need to:
Be a first-time buyer or have not owned a property anywhere in the world for at least three years
Provide 12 months proof of paying rent and bills on time
Be borrowing up to £600,000, but not for a new build flat anywhere in the UK, or any property based in Northern Ireland
A deposit is not required, but you can provide up to 5%
Good to know
The maximum term length with Skipton is 40 years
There is not minimum loan size
They do not have a minimum income requirement
The maximum income multiple offered is 5, for both single and joint applications
Skipton will consider the income of up to 4 joint applicants on a single application
Skipton mortgages are portable, subject to criteria
Minimum age on application is 18
Maximum age on application is 70 year and at end of mortgage term is 75 years
Overpayments of up to 10% allowed without early repayments charges (ERCs)
How to compare Skipton mortgage deals
Both existing customers and those considering a mortgage with Skipton should compare their mortgage deals with those available across the market, to ensure they get the best product for their needs.
Using a mortgage broker like our award winning online mortgage broker partners at Mojo mortgages, can help you secure the right mortgage for your circumstances. They can compare Skipton mortgage rates with other lender rates to ensure you don’t miss out on a better offer.
Skipton mortgage reviews
Feedback from existing mortgage customers and general reputation of a lender can help you to decide whether they’re right for your mortgage needs.
Looking at Trustpilot ahead of time will give you a good idea of their performance and general customer satisfaction.
Skipton Trustpilot score is currently 4.3 out of 5 which is classed as excellent.
How to apply for a Skipton mortgage
Skipton mortgages can be applied for in branch, by phone or online. You can also apply via our broker partner Mojo mortgages, who will provide tailored advice and help you to make a successful application.
Mortgage with Skipton FAQs
Is it hard to get a mortgage with Skipton?
Skipton are a fairly flexible lender, when compared to some bigger name high street banks. They offer options that are fairly niche, such as joint mortgages where all 4 applicants' income is counted, mortgages on unusual property types, such as timber-framed houses, and at up to 100% LTV.
As with all lenders, however, there are criteria to meet to qualify for each product. It's a good idea to speak to an experienced mortgage broker for advice if you feel that you may struggle to qualify - for example, if you have bad credit.
Can I get a Skipton mortgage with bad credit?
Skipton consider certain elements of bad credit, but if you have very severe bad credit you'll likely need a more specialist bad credit lender.
If you have a default that's older than 12 months, Skipton may consider this, but they won't consider your application if you have any registered in the last year. They may also consider 1 CCJ, so long as it's below £500. They will not consider applicants with a debt management plan (DMP) or IVA.
Can I get a mortgage with Skipton if I’m self-employed?
Lenders won't typically turn you down on the basis of being self-employed. However, self-employed mortgage criteria varies considerably from one lender to the next. Skipton have fairly flexible self-employment criteria and will look at the most recent year's income, rather than an average of the past three years, which not all lenders are willing to do.
If you're self-employed, you'll benefit from speaking to a broker to ensure the lender you opt for are able to meet your needs.
Check out some of the other lenders our broker partner Mojo works with
Last updated: 07 September 2023
YOUR HOME/PROPERTY MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP WITH YOUR MORTGAGE REPAYMENTS.
The FCA does not regulate mortgages on commercial or investment buy-to-let properties.
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