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Free 5-step plan

Buying your first home doesn't have to be overwhelming

Follow our 5-step plan to get mortgage-ready, avoid costly mistakes and buy your first home with more confidence.

  • Five clear steps, in plain English
  • Written for first-time buyers
  • Free to download

Get my free 5-step plan

Enter your details and we will send it straight to you.

Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.

There may be a fee for mortgage advice. The actual amount you pay will depend upon your circumstances. The fee is up to 1% but a typical fee is 0.3% of the amount borrowed.

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The 5 steps inside the plan

The same process used every day to help first-time buyers get mortgage-ready.

1Check your credit is accurateLenders look at your credit file, so it helps to check it and correct any errors early.
2Make sure you meet the right criteriaLenders differ on things like income, deposit and employment, so it pays to know where you stand.
3Discover how much you can borrowYour income, outgoings and circumstances all affect what a lender may offer.
4Understand the real costs of buyingBeyond the deposit there may be legal fees, taxes such as LBTT in Scotland, valuation and moving costs.
5Secure your Mortgage in PrincipleA Mortgage in Principle can show sellers you are serious and gives you a budget to search with. It is not a guarantee of a mortgage.
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Meet your adviser

Hi, I'm Tony Flynn

I'm a mortgage and protection adviser based in Carluke, helping people across Lanarkshire and Scotland.

I've spent 15+ years in finance and have been named Mortgage Professional of the Year at the Prestige Awards Scotland five years in a row. I'll explain your options in plain English and search 28,000+ deals from over 100 lenders.

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5-step plan questions

Is the 5-step plan free?

Yes. Enter your details and we will send it to you. There is no cost and no obligation.

Who is the plan for?

It is written for first-time buyers who want a clear, plain-English route to becoming mortgage-ready.

Can I speak to Tony about my situation?

Yes. Tony offers mortgage advice across Lanarkshire and Scotland. Get in touch to talk through your options.

Do you charge a fee for mortgage advice?

There may be a fee for mortgage advice. The actual amount you pay will depend upon your circumstances. The fee is up to 1% but a typical fee is 0.3% of the amount borrowed.

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