Most UK buyers need a 5%–20% deposit for a mortgage. Learn how deposit size affects rates, borrowing, and lender choice in this guide.
How Much Deposit Do I Need for a Mortgage in the UK in 2026?
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Louis Mason
£300k Salary Mortgage UK: How Much Can You Borrow?
If you earn £300,000 a year, you’re in a strong position when it comes to getting a mortgage, but it’s not always straightforward. High-income borrowers often face more complex lending criteria, especially if income includes bonuses, dividends, or multiple streams....
What Salary Do I Need for a £900k Mortgage in the UK?
In most cases, you’ll need a household income of around £180,000–£225,000 to secure a £900k mortgage in the UK, depending on your deposit size, income structure, and lender affordability rules. Below, we break down realistic salary scenarios, lender calculations, and...
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Moving back home to Putney
After spending the past few years north of the river, we have recently moved to bespoke new offices in Putney. Since 2009, Oportfolio have serviced clients in the local area and further afield but Putney has always played a key role in our story because it was where...
The interior design story of our new offices
We have recently moved to new offices at St Georges Court in Putney. With the current trend for creating home offices, we thought it would be a good idea to share the story behind the design of our new home in the hope it may provide some inspiration to our clients...
Joint Borrower Sole Proprietor Case Study
In 2019, Our client first came to us at Oportfolio to see how we could help him purchase his dream first home. Like many first-time buyers, our client did not know where to start and did not know what he could afford.
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