self-build mortgage

This page brings together news and insights on self-build mortgages, including specialist lenders, criteria, and case studies. Read below for coverage tailored to the self-build niche.

Specialist lenders see surge in self-build demand as housing supply tightens

Borrowers are turning to self-builds for more control and energy efficiency, but lenders warn the complexity demands expert brokers and careful planning

Nationwide increases fixed mortgage rates

West Brom, Yorkshire, and Ecology go the opposite way by cutting rates

Barclays raises mortgage rates

It's not the only lender announcing moves…

Scottish buyers vs. English buyers: What every broker needs to know

'You'd think some brokers had crawled out of a coal mine the way they go on about how difficult it is'

Melton BS introduces mortgage for self-employed buyers

Mutual introduces new product for self-employed buyers

Hanley Economic launches broker case discussion forum

Hanley Economic Building Society has announced that it will hold weekly broker case discussion forums, giving brokers direct access to senior underwriting decision-makers

Melton BS enhances self-build mortgage offering

Lender removes early repayment charges and reinspection fees

BuildStore teams up with L&C Mortgages

Partnership aims to provide tailored advice in line with Consumer Duty rules

Swansea BS partners with Knowledge Bank

The integration allows intermediaries to search and view the lender's products through a single interface

Could self-build homes help meet government housing targets?

Experts believe they could be essential in tackling housing need