What is a gifted deposit?
A Gifted deposit can be either a portion of or the full amount of a deposit that is Gifted to you by a family member or friend, with an agreement that it is a loan and you don’t need to repay the money.
How can gifted deposits help?
Gifted Deposits are useful for when you have enough money to cover your monthly repayments but can’t afford the initial deposit on the property, maybe down to a smaller salary or possibly something else. Having more Gifted Deposit available may present you with options for better rates from a lender.
Who can gift the deposit?
Generally speaking, it is your parents who can gift you the deposit. This is acceptable both birth and adopted parents. You may see this mentioned online as the “Bank of Mum & Dad”, though there are potential other family members who could also be considered as options for a Gifted Deposit. This depends on individual lenders though, so would require care when trying to find the right mortgage lender.
If the person gifting you a deposit is over the age of 55, they may be able to help you out through taking out a Lifetime Mortgage and an Equity Release in Newcastle.
Do your parents know you need help?
We often find that clients don’t always know that their parents can help with their mortgage, or if they do, they don’t feel like they can ask them for help. The truth of the matter is that most parents are more than happy to help their children in any way they can in getting on the property ladder.
It’s widely believed that taking out a mortgage is a better option than renting, due to you being able to potentially pay less per month. Your deposit can often come from inheritance, although parents have been known to gift it earlier on in life, especially if they already have enough saved or have released equity from their own home.
Gifted deposit v loans
The majority of lenders won’t accept a loan as a means of funding your deposit. This is down to the uncertainty that you’d have enough disposable income to pay back both the loan and the mortgage at the same time.
Is there a maximum or minimum gifted amount?
There is no maximum limit on the amount someone can gift you, though there are at least a few lenders that will insist you put in at least 5% deposit from your own funds.
Who can benefit from a gifted deposit?
If you are a first time buyer in Newcastle or moving home in Newcastle, a gifted deposit will be greatly beneficial to you.
What proof is required?
Typically, all lenders will require a gifted deposit form. Depending on your lender, you may be asked to provide further proof of these funds, such as the donor’s ID or bank statements.
Date Last Edited: February 19, 2024
