In the past, subprime mortgages have been relatively easy to get so that even if you have a less than perfect credit history you could still become a homeowner.
You may have been able to get a subprime mortgage if you:
- Have missed or been late with payments on debts
- Have a CCJ
- Have been bankrupt
- Have employment problems or difficulty proving your income
Subprime mortgages cost more than standard mortgages, because of the increased risk to lenders, but they have provided a way for people who have struggled with debt in the past to improve their credit rating and get onto the housing ladder.
However, lenders are now requiring higher deposits and are less lenient with credit histories, so it is much more difficult to get a suprime mortgage deal.
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