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What is a mortgage calculator?
A mortgage calculator is a tool designed to help you estimate the cost of buying a home, such as mortgage repayments, how much you could borrow and stamp duty costs.
NerdWallet offers a range of calculators to help you quickly estimate different charges you may have to pay when buying a home.
Who is a mortgage calculator for?
A mortgage calculator may be used by anyone looking to purchase property including:
- first-time buyers
- homeowners looking to remortgage
- home movers
- existing homeowners purchasing an additional property
- buy-to-let investors
What information do I need to use a calculator?
The information you’ll need may vary depending on the calculator you use, but most will ask for the following details:
- your income
- the loan amount
- interest rate
- repayment term
- property value
How much can I afford to borrow?
How much you could borrow to buy a house will depend on several factors. Each lender has its own criteria for deciding how much to lend you, but alongside your income, they will consider your expenses and employment status.
The amount you can put down for a house deposit will also affect how much you’ll be able to borrow. Lenders ask for a minimum deposit of 5% of a property’s value if you are buying without a guarantor. Larger deposits usually give you access to better mortgage deals with lower interest rates.
Our mortgage calculator can give you an idea of what you may be able to borrow to buy a home.
How is my affordability assessed?
Mortgage lenders look at your debt-to-income ratio (DTI) when assessing whether you can afford a mortgage. A DTI compares the total debt repayments you make each month to your monthly income.
You can calculate your DTI by first adding up your existing monthly repayments, such as credit cards, loans and car finance. Next, add up your monthly income including wages, benefits and pension income. Finally, divide your monthly debt repayments by your monthly income and multiple this number by 100.
For example, if your debt repayment costs you £500 per month and your monthly income is £2,000, your DTI would be 25%.
A debt-to-income ratio of 29% or less is usually considered good by most lenders. However, whilst this ratio varies amongst lenders (and is not the only way they assess your affordability) higher debt to income ratios may suggest more risk to lenders which may affect how much you’ll be able to borrow.
Which mortgage calculator is right for me?
The best mortgage calculator for you will depend on the specific cost you would like to estimate. Our ‘how much could I borrow calculator’ could be a great place to start as it gives an idea of the size of mortgage you might be able to get.
How much deposit do I need to buy a house?
There isn’t a set amount you need to save for a deposit to buy a house. Typically lenders ask for a minimum deposit of 5% of a property’s value, but larger deposits can potentially give you access to lower interest rates and better mortgage deals. Our mortgage deposit calculator can quickly help you estimate the size of the deposit you’ll need to buy a home.
What are mortgage interest rates?
Mortgage interest is money paid to a lender in return for borrowing from them. It’s usually paid as a percentage of the total amount of money you borrow for a mortgage. Mortgage interest rates are set by lenders but are likely to be affected by the interest rate set by the Bank of England known as The Base Rate
There are three main types of mortgage interest rates:
- Fixed rate: The interest on a fixed-rate mortgage stays the same for a certain number of years. This means that your mortgage repayments remain the same until the fixed term ends.
- Standard variable rate (SVR): When a fixed term period ends, most lenders will charge a default interest rate called the SVR. This means that your mortgage repayments may fluctuate from month to month.
- Tracker: The tracker rate follows an external interest rate, which is usually linked to the Bank of England’s base rate. It usually tracks this rate for two or five years. Similarly to an SVR, it means that your mortgage repayments may change each month.
Where can I find the best mortgage deals for me?
Shopping around can help you find the best mortgage offers. Price comparison sites can be a great place to start and can help you find and compare a number of mortgages quickly. If you’re a first-time buyer or would like expert advice during the mortgage process, speaking to an independent mortgage adviser can also help you find the best deals for your financial circumstances.
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