Junior Medical Staff Mortgage

As a Junior medical staff member, some mortgage providers may be hesitant to lend to you. One of the biggest reasons for this is because of the fact that junior medical staff are typically on fixed-term contracts, which causes some lenders to discount you. This is incredibly common for junior medical staff, and it doesn’t need to be a problem when finding a mortgage, you just need to find the right mortgage broker to help find the best option for you.

Even if you are newly qualified, you may be able to get a junior medical staff mortgage. This may also be an option even if you are a trainee. In some circumstances, getting a mortgage may be a possibility before you even begin your first position.

The reason why trainees may be able to get a junior medical staff mortgage is that they are typically granted a stipend or a bursary. Either of these things can often be counted towards your affordability.

Junior Medical Staff On Fixed-term Contracts

Junior medical staff are usually placed on fixed-term contracts, and this has always been the case. This will be viewed differently depending on the lender. Some lenders may request that you can prove you have a long history of being on fixed-term contacts. Others might want you to still have a certain amount of time left on your contract. We can help you find the right lender for your unique circumstances.

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Common Types of Junior Medical Staff Mortgages

Fixed-Rate Mortgage 

This type of mortgage is one of the most common when it comes to residential mortgages, and it means that the interest rates are usually fixed for a period of time, typically 3 or 5 years. A lot of people choose these options as the amount of money that you pay back each month is consistent, so you are always aware of your finances. 

There is an early repayment charge that comes with this mortgage if your try to leave the contract before the fixed term is over.

Variable Rate Mortgages 

Variable-rate mortgages mean that the rates will move up and down, this can either be in line with the lender’s standard variable rate, or it could be due to the Bank of England’s base rate. There is no charge for leaving the mortgage early, which means this is the more flexible option, but it involves more risk due to the fact that interest rates could increase.

Home Buying Schemes for Junior Medical Staff

Shared Ownership

This scheme allows you to part rent and part buy your home. This makes it incredibly enticing for junior medical staff who begin their career in a lower wage bracket but know they often receive an increase in pay. This scheme allows you to purchase a more expensive home with less income or deposit, and over time you can increase the number of shares you own in the property until you eventually own it. 

Help To Buy Scheme 

This scheme is one of the most well-known schemes that the government introduced. It means that if you are interested in an eligible new build property, then you are entitled to a 20% equity loan. The Help To Buy Scheme means that you only need a 5% deposit and you will have a smaller mortgage of only 75%. This also gives you better interest rates as the loan amount is typically lower. This scheme is currently only available to first-time buyers.

First Homes Scheme 

This scheme is the latest scheme, which means that it isn’t widely available yet. This scheme was introduced for first-time buyers and key workers, as junior medical staff, you may be classed as key workers, depending on your role. This scheme offers a minimum of a 30% discount on new build properties so long as they are eligible. When it comes to a time when you may want to sell the property, the saving is then passed on to the next buyer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Medical students who will eventually go on to become junior medical staff, are potentially eligible for a mortgage depending on if they are a recipient of a grant, stipend or a bursary. These things can be used as a type of income and lenders may consider offering a loan to you. 

Getting a mortgage as junior medical staff, although it may be difficult, is not inconceivable. One of the main problems that lenders have with junior medical staff is the fact that they are typically on fixed-term contracts, as mentioned above. 

One other reason why some lenders are apprehensive about lending to junior medical staff is because of the variable income you may receive. This can include things such as night pay, or overtime. The lender may not consider all of these things which could severely lower the maximum loan they offer you. We can help to find the right lender for you to ensure you get the best offer possible.

No matter what your profession is, lenders will always look at your credit history before offering you a loan. A lot of people assume that if you have a bad credit history then you will not get a loan. However, there are certain things that lenders will look at before they decide if you are a risk or not. These things are how long ago it was, if you have paid it off, and how much money was involved. If the lenders are satisfied with the answers, then it is still possible for junior medical staff to get a mortgage, even with a bad credit history.

Because of the nature of the sector, you work in, there is a possibility that you could be offered a higher mortgage, as even though at the start of your career, you may not be earning a particularly high amount, as you progress you will often receive pay raises and will likely end up on a healthy wage. Lenders also understand this and understand that lending you more won’t be a risk due to the stability you have in your job.