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Interest-Only Average UK Mortgage Costs

When considering different mortgage types, it can be challenging to calculate a direct comparison between different terms, costs, repayment structures and rates.

In this article, Revolution Brokers explains how to calculate the actual cost of your UK mortgage borrowing to help you make an educated decision.

For more support with working out the most advantageous lending for your property purchase, contact Revolution on 0330 304 3040 or email the team at [email protected].

Is an Interest-Only Mortgage Worth Considering?

Interest-only mortgages mean paying only the interest in your monthly payment, without any of the original loan value being repaid.

The capital balance falls due in full at the end of the mortgage period.

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How Much Does an Interest-Only Mortgage Cost?

Which is More Expensive - A Repayment Mortgage or Interest-Only?

How Can I Work Out my Monthly Mortgage Costs?

Can I Get an Interest-Only Mortgage for a Large Property?

What Deposit Will I Need for a Large Interest-Only Home Loan?

What Fees Are Payable for an Interest-Only Mortgage Application?

What are the Eligibility Criteria for an Interest-Only Mortgage?

How Do Affordability Checks Work on Interest-Only Mortgages?

Are There Secured Interest-Only Loans Instead of a Mortgage?

Can I Remortgage an Interest-Only Home Loan?

Professional Advice on Interest-Only Mortgage Lending

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How Much Does an Interest-Only Mortgage Cost?

The costs between a repayment and interest-only mortgage aren't directly comparable. That is because, if you borrowed say £100,000 interest-only, at 5% interest you would pay £417 per month.

While that cost is low, when you get to the end of a 25-year typical mortgage term, you still owe the original £100,00 borrowed.

Lenders need to know how you plan to repay that balance and need a demonstration of your repayment vehicle before offering an interest-only mortgage.

Which is More Expensive - A Repayment Mortgage or Interest-Only?

Interest-only lending is cheaper in terms of monthly payments since you're only paying the interest and no element of the capital borrowed.

However, the amount you borrowed does not decrease, and so the total interest cost is higher over the term of the mortgage.

The right lending isn't just about monthly costs but is about your plans for the property, what deposit you can offer, and your other financial circumstances.

Below is a comparison between the monthly costs of repayment and interest-only mortgages on a like-for-like basis of 5% interest over 25 years:

Mortgage value	Interest-only monthly cost	Repayment monthly cost
£30,000	£125	£175
£40,000	£167	£234
£50,000	£208	£292
£60,000	£250	£351
£100,000	£417	£585
£120,000	£500	£702
£130,000	£542	£760
£150,000	£625	£877
£200,000	£834	£1,170
£250,000	£1,042	£1,462
£300,000	£1,251	£1,754
£400,000	£1,668	£2,339
£500,000	£2,085	£2,924

How Can I Work Out my Monthly Mortgage Costs?

Mortgage calculators can be useful if you know what mortgage value you need, and have different interest costs to compare.

Alternatively, give the mortgage brokers team a call on 0330 304 3040, and we'll explain the various products available, and how much each one would cost, as well as the pros and cons.

Can I Get an Interest-Only Mortgage for a Large Property?

Yes, if you're looking to borrow a large amount, it is possible. However, few lenders can offer very high interest-only values, and you will need to meet all other lending criteria.

Below are indicative repayment values for an interest-only mortgage and a repayment mortgage on properties costing more than £1,000,000:

Mortgage value	Interest-only monthly cost	Repayment monthly cost
£1,000,000	£4,170	£5,848
£1,250,000	£5,212	£7,310
£1,500,000	£6,255	£8,772
£2,000,000	£8,339	£11,696

What Deposit Will I Need for a Large Interest-Only Home Loan?

The deposit will dictate the mortgage terms you are offered - with the more extensive the deposit, the better the rates available.

In some cases, a large mortgage might need to be split into a part and part mortgage, with some capital repayments and some interest-only.

What Fees Are Payable for an Interest-Only Mortgage Application?

All mortgages will carry fees and costs, and it is vital to be aware of those costs before going ahead with an application. Typical expenses include:

Lender arrangement fees.
Property valuation costs.
Stamp duty.
Legal charges.

What are the Eligibility Criteria for an Interest-Only Mortgage?

The criteria will vary between lenders, but will always consider:

Your repayment vehicle, and how stable the plans to pay back the interest-only mortgage. This might include selling the property, using savings, withdrawing a pension scheme lump sum, or cashing in investments, stock or shares.
Your credit rating - any adverse credit issues increase the risk profile of your application. In some cases, it is advisable to apply to a specialist bad credit lender.
Your age - some lenders have a maximum age cap, whereas others have no maximums at all. Revolution can recommend the best lenders to apply to if you're looking for an interest-only mortgage at or past retirement age.

How Do Affordability Checks Work on Interest-Only Mortgages?

Affordability assessments are designed to ensure you can afford the mortgage payments before a lender makes a formal offer to lend.

This assessment will consider:

Your income level - with some lenders imposing a minimum annual income threshold.
Your employment or type of work. Mainstream lenders are usually most comfortable with PAYE employment, whereas more specialist lenders are experienced with self-employed applicants.
The lender risk profile - some lenders offer up to four times your annual income and others as high as six times your salary.
The Loan to Value Ratio - the higher the deposit, the lower the risk and therefore, the lower the LTV being requested. Lenders will usually offer lower interest rates on less-risky mortgages.
Lending caps - some lenders will have a loan cap on a specific mortgage product, whereby they only accept applications within a maximum threshold.

Are There Secured Interest-Only Loans Instead of a Mortgage?

A secured loan is another type of mortgage, given that it is secured against your home, but is secondary in priority to the original mortgage lender.

You can apply for interest-only secured loans, and there is a range of options on the market.

Give us a call on 0330 304 3040 to learn more.

Lenders of interest-only secured loans are often able to be more flexible with the affordability assessments than they would be for a first-charge mortgage.

Can I Remortgage an Interest-Only Home Loan?

Indeed you can - provided you meet a minimum period, usually six months, you can remortgage to find a more competitive rate, or to take advantage of more advantageous terms.

You will have to pay the usual fees for the remortgage process.

Professional Advice on Interest-Only Mortgage Lending

For tailored advice and support on all aspects of interest-only mortgage borrowing, contact Revolution on 0330 304 3040 or drop us an email to [email protected].

Our team can help you compare all the costs and charges, and weigh up the pros and cons to make the best borrowing decisions for your circumstances.

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Based on your yearly income, you may be able to borrow

Interest-Only Average UK Mortgage Costs

Is an Interest-Only Mortgage Worth Considering?

Whole of market brokers

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On time customer support

How Much Does an Interest-Only Mortgage Cost?

Which is More Expensive - A Repayment Mortgage or Interest-Only?

How Can I Work Out my Monthly Mortgage Costs?

Can I Get an Interest-Only Mortgage for a Large Property?

What Deposit Will I Need for a Large Interest-Only Home Loan?

What Fees Are Payable for an Interest-Only Mortgage Application?

What are the Eligibility Criteria for an Interest-Only Mortgage?

How Do Affordability Checks Work on Interest-Only Mortgages?

Are There Secured Interest-Only Loans Instead of a Mortgage?

Can I Remortgage an Interest-Only Home Loan?

Professional Advice on Interest-Only Mortgage Lending

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Interest-Only Lifetime Mortgages

Switching Your Mortgage to Interest-Only

Part Repayment & Interest-Only Mortgages

Finding the Best Interest-Only Mortgage Lenders

Mortgage Rates for Interest-Only Borrowing

Residential Interest-Only Mortgage Options

Interest-Only Average UK Mortgage Costs

Interest-Only Mortgage for First-Time Buyers

Secured Interest-Only Home Loans

Switching to a Repayment Mortgage from Interest-Only

Repayment Vehicles for Interest Only Mortgages

Offset Mortgages - Is Interest-Only a Good Option?

Property Investment Mortgages on an Interest-Only Basis

Interest-Only Retirement Mortgages

Mortgage Lender Criteria for Interest-Only Lending

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