Getting
A Mortgage In Southern Cyprus for UK buyers
Should
I Get A UK or Cypriot Mortgage?
For
many people, it may be easiest to fund your house in Cyprus
with a UK mortgage or loan, or by remortgaging your UK home
(if you have enough equity in it).
For others - especially if you will be spending most of your
time in Cyprus - it might be best to get a mortgage from a Cypriot
bank.
Either
option can work well, but remember to factor in considerations
like the exchange rate (CY£ is tied to the
Euro, not the pound) and what currency your income will paid
in.
If you have a pension being paid into a Cypriot
bank account, for example, it makes sense to have your mortgage
with a Cypriot bank too.
If you're unsure of your mortgage options, it can be a good
idea to talk
your situation over with a UK mortgage broker who specialises
in overseas property mortgages.
They
will be able to explain your choices to you and give you an
idea of how much you will be able to afford to borrow.
Getting A Mortgage In Southern Cyprus
Building
societies don't exist in Cyprus, so your only choice is the
banks, which all offer mortgages. As Cyprus is a member of the
EU, there are not too many obstacles to getting a mortgage -
typical mortgage terms might be:
If You're Employed
If you are employed in the UK, you will need to be able to provide proof of your income, outgoings, employment status and any other financial assets you intend to refer to in your mortgage application.
Typical documents might include:
- Recent payslips
- Recent personal bank statements
- Reference from your employer stating your salary and that you are a permanent employee
If You're Self-Employed
It's always a little harder for self-employed people to find
mortgages and you are unlikely to find a self-certification
deal in Cyprus.
However,
if you have audited accounts for your company and can demonstrate
the stability of your income, you should have no problems.
Typical documents requested by lenders are:
- 2 years' audited accounts
- 6 months' business and personal bank statements
Rental Income
Cypriot lenders do not normally take into account potential rental income from a property - they generally look at whether you can afford the property without renting it out.
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On
•
Introduction
• Buying A Property In Southern Cyprus – 3 Easy Steps
• Should I Get A UK or Cypriot Mortgage?
• Getting A Mortgage In Southern Cyprus
• Other Things To Consider Before Buying In Southern Cyprus
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