Illustrative scenario 01A fixed deal is ending
A borrower wants to compare staying with their bank with moving to another lender. Fees and the closing balance are included in the comparison.
Useful information for the conversation
- Latest mortgage statement
- Current rate and deal end date
The aim is to identify the questions and evidence that matter before making a commitment. A short outline is enough to begin; detailed records can follow through an agreed secure route.
Illustrative scenario 02Income has changed
A homeowner became self-employed during the current mortgage deal. The next review needs an updated picture of earnings and evidence.
Useful information for the conversation
- Current rate and deal end date
- Approximate property value
The aim is to identify the questions and evidence that matter before making a commitment. A short outline is enough to begin; detailed records can follow through an agreed secure route.
Illustrative scenario 03Borrowing for improvements
A borrower wants to replace a mortgage and fund a kitchen extension. The purpose, budget and alternatives to replacing the whole loan need assessment.
Useful information for the conversation
- Approximate property value
- Updated income and commitments
The aim is to identify the questions and evidence that matter before making a commitment. A short outline is enough to begin; detailed records can follow through an agreed secure route.
Illustrative scenario 04Evidence focus: Compare the whole change, not just the rate
A buyer or homeowner wants to discuss remortgages. Two points need attention: latest mortgage statement; current rate and deal end date. A remortgage can change the lender, term or borrowing amount. The evidence and the decision need to be considered together rather than in isolation.
Useful information for the conversation
- Updated income and commitments
- Latest mortgage statement
The aim is to identify the questions and evidence that matter before making a commitment. A short outline is enough to begin; detailed records can follow through an agreed secure route.
Illustrative scenario 05Decision point: Approximate property value
A buyer or homeowner has started a conversation about remortgages, but the brief has changed. The review revisits two points: approximate property value; updated income and commitments. The next step is agreed using the updated facts, with any unresolved questions recorded.
Useful information for the conversation
- Latest mortgage statement
- Current rate and deal end date
The aim is to identify the questions and evidence that matter before making a commitment. A short outline is enough to begin; detailed records can follow through an agreed secure route.
The wider assessment
Compare the whole change, not just the rate
A remortgage can change the lender, term or borrowing amount. Legal work, a valuation and affordability checks may be needed. Start the conversation ahead of your deal ending so there is time to check the alternatives and your current redemption figure.
A lower payment can come from extending the term and may mean paying more interest overall. Include any early repayment charge in the comparison.