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Mortgage advice in Edinburgh for first time buyers

Dreaming of owning your own home? Mortgage Advice Bureau is your partner in all things mortgages and protection. Our network of expert advisers offer personalised advice, helping you find the right mortgage which aligns with your unique needs and circumstances.

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Get mortgage ready

If you’re looking for a 100% or a low deposit mortgage, we’re here to help. We’ll help you go over your affordability, debt, and credit score to make sure you’re ready. 

Saving For A Deposit

CCJ or IVA

Getting a mortgage if you have a CCJ or IVA is possible, and our advisers have access to a range of specialist lenders to help. 

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Incentive schemes

Let us help you take advantages of incentive schemes to help you buy with a small deposit. From the mortgage guarantee scheme to Shared Ownership and Own New, you’ve got options. 

About Mortgage Advice Bureau

With more than 2,000 expert advisers across the UK, Mortgage Advice Bureau are perfectly placed to help you find a mortgage that works for you. Get expert, award-winning advice in Edinburgh today.

Call us on: 0131 603 4442

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Mortgage Calculators

Our mortgage calculators are here to make things easier for you. Designed to help you work out how much you could borrow, your repayments and more, which gets you one step closer to owning your dream home. 

Simply enter a few key details to get an estimate.

Please note, our calculators are only an estimate and can vary depending on the lender and your personal circumstances.

To get a more accurate quote, speak to one of our advisers. They can help you make an informed decision that is right for you.

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Important information

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 on your circumstances. The fee is up to 1% but a typical fee is 0.3% of the amount borrowed.

Frequently asked questions

Why do I need mortgage advice?

Getting a mortgage is likely to be one of the biggest financial decisions you'll ever make, and it's important you make a choice that suits your circumstances. A mortgage adviser can search the market on your behalf and recommend the right deal for you.

How do I apply for a mortgage?

The process involves providing lots of information to lenders (and filling out a whole lot of forms). Being well prepared is key and can make the process move smoothly. This is where we can help do the legwork.

How do I get a mortgage if I'm self-employed?

Being self-employed doesn't mean you can't get a mortgage. Ensuring your books are all up-to-date and keeping a clear record of your finances can help strengthen your position as a borrower. In this case, we'd recommend speaking with a mortgage adviser to find out what you need to do.

What is a mortgage?

A mortgage is a term for a loan that helps you buy a home. Property is expensive, unfortunately, and few of us have hundreds of thousands of pounds lying around. This is where lenders come into play. 

What is protection?

Protection secures your family and home against the worst-case scenario. It's also important to note that your needs are likely to change throughout your life. Perhaps you're moving jobs, starting a family, or even downsizing. These are all things you need to consider when looking for protection.

How much of a deposit will I need?

The amount will usually need to be at least 5% of the value of the property you’re hoping to buy. What's more, the bigger your deposit, the smaller the mortgage you’ll need to take out to pay for the rest of the property's value.

Our borrowing calculator can give you an idea of how much you can borrow based on your deposit.

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A Valued Customer
Emma and Kayleigh have been extremely helpful during my mortgage process. They were very quick and organised, keeping me updated throughout the whole mortgage application and made sure I supplied the correct information and documents to make sure my application was successful.
Posted 16 Sept 2025
Emma Riley - Leeds
I am about to purchase my first property and Mark's assistance has been great 👍 I put in a couple of offers on different properties and my offers were rejected, I then increased my budget and then reduced it again, it's been tough but Mark has been so readily available and at hand to send me new quotes and ensure I am getting the best deal available. I have felt very confident and would not hesitate to recommend.
Posted 16 Sept 2025
A Valued Customer
The service that I received was excellent. Prompt response.. Edward helps me to get the better deal as regards my mortgage.
Posted 16 Sept 2025
A Valued Customer
It was a pleasure to work with Nick and Sonia. They were always on the line with the answers on all questions I had.
Posted 16 Sept 2025
A Valued Customer
Posted 16 Sept 2025
Hannah-Jo Chapman - Leeds
Ian and katie turner - both are wonderful people and great at what they do. From starting this process with us back in may they have been patient and understanding with mine and my partner’s circumstances and helped us through any bumps in the road. As first time buyers they have made this process smooth and clear on how we can work together to move forward through each step. Both are very keen to keep you in the loop which keeps the stress of. (super helpful) I’d highly recommend them to anyone as we have full faith in their knowledge. Massive Thanks to you both Hannah & Billy x
Posted 16 Sept 2025
Sydon Pereira - Glasgow
Joe has been really responsive to all the questions we've had about the mortgage and has been really transparent about the same. Darryl-Jane who was helping us with the further process has been really proactive in seeking all the information requested by the lender and ensured for a smooth process.
Posted 15 Sept 2025
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Romy Gray - Lincoln
Martyn is amazing - he knows his job inside out, he keeps you well informed at every stage and couldn’t be more approachable. I would 100% recommend him to everyone! Thank you Martyn!
Posted 15 Sept 2025