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What kind of property tenure is acceptable?
- Freehold
- Leasehold properties should have a minimum unexpired lease of 65 years after the end of the mortgage term
- New build properties require a lease:
- Flat - greater than 125 years
- House - greater than 250 years
- Absolute title only (Possessory title not acceptable)
For properties built after 2018, the ground rent must be < 0.1% of the property value.
For properties outside of London, the maximum ground rent is £250 P.A. and £1000 P.A. for properties inside of London.