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Who are Saffron Building Society?

Saffron Building Society are a mutual society headquartered in Colchester, Essex, which has been serving the community since 1849. Being a building society, they are owned by their members, and exist solely for their benefit.

They provide banking services including a range of savings and investment products including cash ISA’s, notice accounts, immediate access and children’s savings.

Saffron Building Society offer a variety of mortgage products to meet a range of individual needs for first-time buyers, to those looking to borrow in retirement.

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Saffron Building Society mortgages

Saffron Building Society are a solution-based lender that specialize in mortgages with a more flexible approach, their underwriters will manually review every application as they do not just use a credit score and they will take into consideration your individual situation, intend to apply common sense and provide a personal service.

They offer a range of mortgage products to meet the needs of their customers, including products with no early repayment charges and the ability to have options such as interest only and second homes on selected products.

Their mortgage product range include:

Saffron also offers a Special situation product range for customers whose requirements fit outside their standard product range. Saffron can offer a bespoke mortgage service for borrowers whose requirements fall outside its product range, with criteria and rates being determined on a case-by-case basis.

Are Saffron Building Society rates competitive?

Saffron offers a range of fixed rate, variable rate and discounted variable rate mortgages.

They aim to offer competitive rates in the market where all applications being individually assessed by a skilled underwriter.

Their variable rates can change at any time, subject to the terms and conditions of the mortgage, market conditions and/or changes to the Bank of England Base Rate or lenders Standard Variable Rate.

Discounted variable rates will have a lower interest rate for an agreed period of time, making monthly payments more affordable. The size of the discount normally depends on the size of your deposit.

When deciding if Saffron Building Societies mortgage is the most competitive you need to review the whole market, looking into all aspects of the product and your future intentions. An independent mortgage advisor can do this for you. A mortgage advisor will also have access to lenders that are intermediary-only, therefore giving you the opportunity to have access to more specialist lenders.

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Can I remortgage with Saffron Building Society if I am an existing customer?

If you’re an existing Saffron Building Society customer and your current mortgage deal is coming to an end, you may be eligible to switch your mortgage deal.

If eligible you can contact Saffron directly to either remortgage or obtain further burrowing or a mortgage advisor could do this for you.

An independent mortgage advisor can advise you on all products available in the market and find the best option for you, which may not be staying with Saffron Building Society.

How quick are Saffron Building Society to produce a mortgage offer?

The time it takes to get a mortgage offer Saffron Building Society varies on a case-by-case basis. The average time from application to offer is around four weeks.

The time it takes to get an offer depends on how quickly the supporting information can be sent to saffron once the application has been submitted. How quickly the valuation is completed and what Saffron’s turnaround time is at time of submission.

Saffron Building Society declined me a mortgage; what do I do now?

If you’ve been declined a mortgage from Saffron Building Society, you should contact them to find out the reason why.

A mortgage advisor could review your situation and it may be that Saffron is not the right fit for you. There can be many reasons for a lender to decline a mortgage application, this can range from the lenders criteria, your credit profile, the lenders appetite to risk, or the property you are looking to mortgage.

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Conclusion

Saffron Building Society are a mutual society headquartered in Colchester, Essex, which has been serving the community since 1849. They provide banking services including a range of savings and investment products including cash ISA’s, notice accounts, immediate access and children’s savings.

Saffron Building Society offer a variety of mortgage products to meet a range of individual needs for first-time buyers, to those looking to borrow in retirement. They are a solution-based lender that specialize in mortgages with a more flexible approach, their underwriters will manually review every application as they do not just use a credit score and they will take into consideration your individual situation.

The time it takes to get a mortgage offer Saffron Building Society varies on a case-by-case basis. The average time from application to offer is around four weeks. The time it takes to get an offer depends on how quickly the supporting information can be sent to saffron once the application has been submitted. How quickly the valuation is completed and what Saffron’s turnaround time is at time of submission.

If you’ve been declined a mortgage from Saffron Building Society, you should contact them to find out the reason why. A mortgage advisor could review your situation and it may be that Saffron is not the right fit for you. There can be many reasons for a lender to decline a mortgage application, this can range from the lenders criteria, your credit profile, the lenders appetite to risk, or the property you are looking to mortgage.

Should you want to speak to a mortgage broker, please complete our contact box, and I NEED ADVICE will find you a suitable mortgage advisor who can review the whole market and recommend the right mortgage for you.

Please note, although the information on this page is correct at the time of writing, lenders change their policy on a regular basis so please use it as a guide only.

To find out up to date information about lenders and mortgage advice in general, contact a qualified mortgage adviser.

The information on this page is not tailored to any individual readers and should not be considered financial advice under any circumstances.

If you are seeking advice about a mortgage, you should consult a qualified professional.

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FAQ

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What is a mortgage?

A mortgage is a loan that is used to purchase a home. The loan is secured by the home, and the borrower makes payments on the loan over time.

How much can I borrow mortgage?

The amount you can borrow for a mortgage will depend on a number of factors, including your income, your debt-to-income ratio, your credit score, your deposit amount and the value of the home you are purchasing.

How do mortgages work?

A mortgage is a loan that is used to purchase a property. The loan is secured against the property, which means that if you do not keep up your repayments, the lender can recall the loan and take repossession of the property.

How to get a mortgage?

To get a mortgage, you’ll need to prove to a lender that you’re a good candidate for a loan. This will involve providing documentation of your income, employment history, and assets. A mortgage broker may be best suited to help you.

What is a mortgage in principle?

A mortgage in principle is a document that states that a lender is willing to give you a mortgage up to a certain amount, based on your financial information (subject to full underwriting). It involves a credit check and expires after a period. Estate agents often ask for this when you make an offer on a property to demonstrate you are proceedable.

Does a mortgage in principle affect your credit score?

This depends on the lender and whether they complete a hard or soft footprint on your credit file. A mortgage broker will be able to confirm this prior to applying.

How long does a mortgage application take?

A mortgage application can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks. The amount of time it takes depends on the lender, your situation, and the type of mortgage being applied for.

What is a mortgage advisor?

A mortgage advisor is a professional who helps people get mortgages, or loans to buy property. They work with both the borrower and the lender to find the best possible mortgage deal, and then help the borrower through the application process.

How does our broker-matching service work?

Our mortgage broker-matching service is free for you to use. We will pair you up with a qualified advisor for your needs and circumstances and set up a free consultation between you and them. There will be no obligation to take things further and your credit report won’t be affected.

What does a mortgage advisor do?

A mortgage advisor is a professional who can assist you with securing a mortgage. They will provide you with advice on which product to choose, help you to find the most suitable mortgage lender and assist you with the application process.

When should you speak to a mortgage broker?

A mortgage broker should be contacted as soon as you are ready to start the home-buying process or approaching the time to remortgage.

What should I know before speaking to a mortgage advisor?

If you are thinking about speaking with a mortgage advisor, it is important to know what you need. This includes knowing what type of home you are looking to purchase, your credit score, your income and your employment history. It is also important to have an idea of what type of mortgage you are looking for, as this will help the advisor understand your needs and find the best options for you.

What to ask a mortgage broker?

When speaking to a mortgage broker, you should ask questions such as:

  • What is the best mortgage for my situation?
  • What are the current interest rates?
  • What are the fees associated with this mortgage?
  • What is the term of the mortgage?
  • What is the minimum deposit required?
  • What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
  • What is the monthly payment?
  • What is the early repayment charge?
How do mortgage brokers get paid?

Mortgage brokers are typically paid either a flat fee or a percentage fee for each loan they originate. Some brokers may also receive a fee from the lender.

Can mortgage brokers get you a bigger mortgage?

Mortgage brokers can often get you a bigger mortgage than you could get on your own, because they have access to a larger pool of lenders and are more likely to know which lender can offer the most in your situation.

Is a mortgage broker better than a bank?

Some people prefer working with mortgage brokers because they offer more personalised service and may have access to a wider range of mortgage products. Some people prefer dealing directly with their bank, however you are limited to just their products and criteria.

Who are the mortgage lenders in the UK?

There are over 100 mortgage lenders in the UK. Below is a list of some of these lenders.

  • Accord Mortgages
  • Ahli United Bank
  • Aldermore Bank
  • Arbuthnot Latham
  • Bank of China
  • Bank of Ireland
  • Barclays
  • Bath Building Society
  • Beverley Building Society
  • Bluestone
  • BM Solutions
  • Brown Shipley Private Bank
  • Buckinghamshire Building Society
  • Cambridge Building Society
  • Central Trust
  • Chorley BS
  • CHL Mortgages
  • Clydesdale Bank plc
  • Coutts & Co
  • Coventry Building Society
  • Cumberland Building Society
  • Cynergy Bank
  • Darlington Building Society
  • Digital Mortgages
  • Dudley Building Society
  • Earl Shilton Building Society
  • Ecology Building Society
  • EFG Private Bank Limited
  • Fairbairn Private Bank
  • Family Building Society
  • Fleet Mortgages
  • Foundation Home Loans
  • Furness
  • Godiva Mortgages
  • Halifax PLC
  • Handelsbanken
  • Hanley Economic
  • Harpenden Building Society
  • Hinckley & Rugby Building Society
  • Hodge Lifetime
  • HSBC
  • HSBC (Private Bank)
  • InterBay Commercial
  • Investec Bank (Channel Islands)
  • Investec Specialist Bank
  • Kensington
  • Kent Reliance
  • Keystone
  • Kleinwort Hambros
  • Landbay
  • Leeds Building Society
  • Leek United Building Society
  • LendInvest
  • Livemore Capital
  • Loughborough Building Society
  • Mansfield Building Society
  • Market Harborough
  • Marsden Building Society
  • Melton Mowbray
  • Metro Bank
  • Molo Finance
  • Monmouthshire Building Society
  • MPowered Mortgages
  • Nationwide Building Society
  • NatWest
  • NatWest International
  • Ned Bank
  • Newbury Building Society
  • Newcastle Direct
  • Nottingham Building Society
  • Paragon Mortgages
  • Penrith Building Society
  • Pepper Homeloans
  • Platform Home Loans
  • Post Office Mortgages
  • Precise Mortgages
  • Principality
  • Saffron Building Society
  • Santander
  • Scottish BS
  • Scottish Widows Bank PLC
  • Shawbrook Bank
  • Shepshed Building Society
  • Skipton Building Society
  • Stafford Railway BS
  • State Bank of India
  • Suffolk Building Society
  • Swansea Building Society
  • Teachers BS
  • The Mortgage Lender
  • The Mortgage Works
  • Tipton & Coseley
  • Together
  • TSB
  • UBS Private Bank
  • Vernon BS
  • Vida Homeloans
  • Virgin Money
  • Weatherbys Private Bank
  • West Bromwich Building Society
  • Zephyr Homeloans
Aren’t mortgage brokers all the same?

Mortgage brokers are not all the same. The mortgage brokers we work with have different specialties such as buy-to-let investments, self-employed customers, and bad credit mortgages.

Is it cheaper to use a mortgage broker?

A mortgage broker can save you money by shopping around for the best mortgage rate, but you may have to pay the broker’s fees.

What is a buy to let mortgage?

A buy to let mortgage is a mortgage that is specifically for people who are looking to purchase a property in order to rent it out. These mortgages typically have higher interest rates and require a larger deposit than a regular mortgage.

Is it worth getting a mortgage advisor?

It is important to seek independent advice when applying for a mortgage, as this can often lead to getting a much better value deal. This could save you a significant amount of money over the course of the mortgage.

If I match with advisors through I NEED ADVICE, where are the advisors located?

The advisers that you are matched with through I NEED ADVICE are telephone based advisors so could be anywhere in the UK.

When I match with mortgage advisors through I NEED ADVICE, are the mortgage advisors qualified?

Yes, we only match you with mortgage advisors that are qualified and holding the correct permissions.

Would I have to spend money to find out my mortgage options?

No, a mortgage advisor that we match you with will be able to tell you what your options are before any money is spent paying the mortgage advisor for chargeable work.

Will a mortgage advisor that I match with through I NEED ADVICE definitely be able to help us?

Whether a mortgage advisor can help you is down to your individual situation, but they will try their best to assist you.

Is the matching service through I NEED ADVICE free of charge?

I NEED ADVICE do not charge you for matching you with a mortgage advisor. Your mortgage adviser would disclose any fees payable for your transaction should you go ahead.

Does I NEED ADVICE work with advisors that can arrange home insurance?

If you need advice about home insurance, we can match you with an advisor that can give this to you.

I have adverse credit, can you help?

If you have adverse credit, I NEED ADVICE can match you with a mortgage advisor that specialises in bad credit mortgages in order to help you.

I need general financial advice, can you match me with a financial advisor?

If you need general financial advice, we will be able to match you with a financial advisor that can tell you your options.

I don’t plan to buy at the moment but would like to know what I can afford in the future, could you still offer guidance?

We can match you with a mortgage advisor that can give you the guidance that you need so you know what options are available to you in the future.

Can the mortgage advisors that I match with communicate through Teams meetings or Zoom meetings?

If you feel that you would prefer a Teams meeting or Zoom meeting, we can match you with a mortgage advisor that can accommodate this.

What tools do mortgage advisors have access to?

Mortgage advisors have access to various tools in order to help you. These tools consist of affordability calculators, mortgage sourcing systems, and mortgage criteria systems.

How do I find out my credit profile?

You can learn more about your credit profile and credit score by going to check my file.

I need advice about wealth planning, can I NEED ADVICE match me with a financial advisor that can help?

I NEED ADVICE can match you with an advisor specialising in wealth planning to give you your options.

If I go ahead with a mortgage advisor that I match with through I NEED ADVICE, what is the cost?

The cost will depend on the situation, however your adviser will advise the cost in advance before you incur any fees.