Can you borrow five times your salary for a UK mortgage? See 5x salary examples and learn how lenders assess income, affordability and higher income multiples.
Can you borrow five times your salary for a UK mortgage? See 5x salary examples and learn how lenders assess income, affordability and higher income multiples.
The latest UK mortgage market update covering 10th–17th August 2026, including falling asking prices, higher mortgage rates, London property trends and the latest interest-rate outlook.
Earning £60,000 a year and wondering how much mortgage you could get? See potential borrowing amounts, income multiples, deposit examples and the factors UK mortgage lenders consider when assessing affordability.
Can you remortgage before your fixed rate ends? Learn when to start the remortgage process, how early you can secure a new deal, and whether penalties apply.
Can you get a mortgage using commission income? Learn how lenders assess commission earnings and why choosing the right lender can significantly impact borrowing potential.
Learn how remortgaging for home improvements works, how to release equity from your property, and whether borrowing more on your mortgage could help fund renovations.
Can you use RSUs, bonuses and share income when applying for a mortgage? Learn how lenders assess complex income and why choosing the right lender can make a huge difference.
Mortgage approvals reached a 15-month high while house prices continued to soften. Read the latest UK mortgage market update covering rates, affordability, remortgaging, and property market trends.
Discover how we helped a newly appointed executive secure a £750,000 mortgage while still in their probation period. Learn how lender criteria can make all the difference.
Discover the best ways to add value to your home in the UK, from loft conversions and kitchen renovations to solar panels and garage conversions. Learn which home improvements can increase property value, improve buyer appeal, and which upgrades may not deliver the return you expect.
Learn how low-deposit mortgages work in the UK, whether you can buy with a 5% deposit, and what lenders look for when assessing mortgage affordability.
Mortgage rates remain volatile as lenders cut selected products and UK house prices fall for the first time in 2026. Read the latest UK mortgage market update from Oportfolio Mortgages.
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Oportfolio Mortgages speaks with Aliya Kabani from Glendower Property Management about Putney property, buy-to-let investment, boutique property management, and the challenges and opportunities facing landlords in South West London.
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