Your early years in medicine are likely to be based on fixed-term contracts rather than permanent roles if you are a newly qualified doctor or a junior doctor undergoing foundation training.
It's great to gain experience, but it can make getting a mortgage more difficult. The reason for this is that mortgage lenders tend to favour borrowers with stable employment histories. A mortgage lender who understands the unique nature of newly qualified doctors' contracts can be a good resource for getting a mortgage.
Newly qualified doctors may want to invest in a higher end property that reflects their true earning potential. It is possible to get a mortgage based on your specific needs by working with a specialist mortgage provider.
If you are a newly qualified physician joining a GP practice as a new partner, you may find that standard mortgage lenders classify you as newly self-employed and therefore a lending risk.
You could be facing many of the pitfalls experienced by people in less stable self-employment when it comes to obtaining a mortgage deal because you are self-employed (at least technically).
As a newly qualified doctor, locum work can be a great way to gain experience, but it can also complicate getting a mortgage.
As a locum, you will not have a permanent employment contract, which may be a red flag for mortgage lenders.
In particular, if you are a new locum, you will not be able to provide several years of accounts to prove your past income and job stability.
The good news is that specialist mortgage providers for doctors can help you get a mortgage that meets your needs.
To investigate your finance options call our broker team or fill in our call back form - speak to our independent mortgage broker team who will be able to offer impartial advice or you can call us on 0117 403 3464