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Buying a property at auction can be a fantastic way to find a real bargain - but when it comes to taking out a mortgage, the process isn't quite so simple!
The biggest challenge for auction property purchases is the timing.
Mortgages take time to apply for, with all the eligibility and affordability checks involved. This situation is where auction finance is worth its weight in gold, providing a short-term, fast turnaround loan to ensure you don't miss out on a dream purchase or end up losing your deposit.
In this guide, the mortgage brokers team explains how to finance an auction property investment and the ins and outs of this valuable borrowing option.
For more information, or to get your auction finance application started, get in touch at 0330 304 3040, or email the team at info@revolutionbrokers.co.uk.
In essence, an auction property loan is similar to a bridging loan - and often, the same product just applied differently.
The loan is short-term and repaid on an interest-only basis.
For buyers, the significant benefit is that it is speedy to arrange and takes a fraction of the time a regular mortgage application would - essential when you have a tight 28-day deadline before you lose your auction property!
Yes, the interest rates are higher than on a standard mortgage, but the idea is that the loan is refinanced quickly, but without the stress of urgency when there is a payment cut-off date looming.
If you attend a property auction, you can bid on any lots without having your finance in place beforehand.
You might not have anticipated purchasing some cases and will need to move fast to hit the auction payment deadlines.
All you need to have is a 10% deposit of the final price, paid straight away when the bidding ends.
Here's how the payment process works:
Auction finance lenders usually have fairly generous criteria, but the key is to demonstrate how you will refinance the loan (called your exit strategy).
For many buyers, the exit strategy is to take out a mortgage to refinance the auction loan or sell another property and use the proceeds to pay back the borrowing.
As we've discovered, you don't need to have pre-arranged finances in place, and there is a risk. For example, if you were unable to secure any borrowing, your deposit might be forfeited.
If you anticipate bidding on a property at auction, it is beneficial to contact the Revolution team beforehand and ensure you have pre-approval ready.
That means, if you do find an excellent investment or an ideal home, you have the security of knowing you won't struggle to pay the balance through your property auction finance.
As a type of bridging loan, you're looking at shorter-term finance than a mortgage - but an independent broker can provide a range of options in terms of the repayment date.
Most auction finance loans need to be paid back in around one year or less, but you can find products with a long term running up to 18 months, two years, or even three years in some circumstances.
Interest rates very much depend on factors including:
The interest can be calculated in three alternative ways.
The 10% deposit is the amount paid to the auction house to secure the property.
You will also typically need a reasonable deposit for your auction finance. Many lenders will offer up to 70% or 75% of the property value (the LTV, how much you wish to borrow against the purchase value).
Therefore, you'll need a deposit of around 30% of the property value.
If the purchase is higher risk, you might need a larger deposit of 40% or 50%.
Lenders all have different policies dictating what they deem as higher risk. Still, the most common factor is your exit strategy. Working with a whole-of-market broker to prepare your application and demonstrate your exit strategy can resolve this potential issue and avoid needing a higher deposit.
You can get a property auction loan up to 100% of the value but will generally need another property or asset to offer as security.
Remember that this option is also likely to incur extra charges for asset valuations.
Ordinarily, yes, there aren't any restrictions on the types of property you can buy using auction finance.
If you are considering buying an unusual property at auction, please get in touch with the Revolution team, as we will be able to advise on the best lenders and financing options available.
Revolution deals with hundreds of auction property finance applications - and our role is to ensure you get the right deal, at the best rates, from the most suitable lender.
There are several factors to consider, so the team can provide independent support to help you make informed decisions. For example:
Choosing the right lender is essential since an unregulated lender will be able to offer a loan based on rental income expectations rather than basing their offer on your salary or annual income.
Lenders will assess every application individually, but they will always consider the following factors in deciding what interest rates to offer:
The best way to secure the lowest possible interest rates on your property auction finance is to deal with an independent, whole-of-market broker, such as Revolution Finance.
We compare all of the deals on the market to provide tailored guidance, ensuring your application is approved without a hitch. So give us a ring on 0330 304 3040, or email us at info@revolutionbrokers.co.uk.
Yes! You can take out a bridging loan as a limited company on a similar basis to a buy to let mortgage. Some lenders will ask for the director's personal guarantees as added security.
Provided you have a reasonable exit strategy to show how you will repay the bridging finance; you can use an auction finance loan to buy any property at all.
Potentially, yes, bridging loans can be used for any purpose, provided the lender is happy with the deal and the security you have to offer.
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