How the government intends to help first-time buyers
In a recent speech, Boris Johnson committed to helping first-time buyers overcome the hurdles faced when securing their first property.
As it stands now, the biggest issues first-time buyers face are the strict mortgage lending restrictions, the need for a high deposit, and rising house prices.
As part of the speech, Boris Johnson stated that more than 50% of renters could afford a monthly mortgage payment. However, other factors mean that only 6% could immediately access a FTB mortgage.
He said: “First-time buyers are trying to hit a continually moving target. By the time they’ve put aside money to secure their mortgage, prices have risen, and it’s no longer enough.”
“And of course, the global rise in the cost of living is only making life harder for savers. So, we want it to be easier to get a mortgage. Reporting back this Autumn, [the review] will look at how we can give our nation’s aspiring homeowners better access to low-deposit mortgages.”
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