{"id":579089,"date":"2026-07-29T16:09:52","date_gmt":"2026-07-29T15:09:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/?p=579089"},"modified":"2026-08-02T00:52:10","modified_gmt":"2026-08-01T23:52:10","slug":"can-a-single-person-get-a-mortgage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/mortgages\/first-time-buyer-mortgages\/can-a-single-person-get-a-mortgage","title":{"rendered":"Can a single person get a mortgage?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Buying solo can feel out of reach but, with the right support, it\u2019s absolutely possible. In fact, the mortgage broker <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tembomoney.com\/learn\/buying-a-house-on-your-own\" target=\"_blank\">Tembo reported<\/a> that the number of single borrowers increased by 18% in the second half of 2025 compared to the first half. Here are some of the key considerations, as well as the different schemes and support you can use to get on the property ladder.<\/p><h3>How much can a single person borrow?<\/h3><p>There\u2019s a (very) general rule that you can borrow up to 4.5 times your income, and this is the same whether you\u2019re buying solo or with another person. However, the amount you can borrow \u2013 especially as a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/mortgages\/first-time-buyer-mortgages\/first-time-buyer-how-much-can-i-borrow\">first-time buyer<\/a> \u2013 varies massively depending on your circumstances. <\/p><p>There are key factors that influence how much you can borrow as a single person:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Salary and income.<\/strong> Lenders will base the amount they offer to lend you on a multiple of your annual salary or income.<\/li><li><strong>Monthly outgoings.<\/strong> Most lenders will do something called a \u201cstress test\u201d on your finances and this involves looking at your monthly expenses. They want to make sure you can afford repayments if interest rates rise. <\/li><li><strong>Deposit size.<\/strong> A larger deposit generally means you need to borrow less, and you can unlock better interest rates as a result. It can be tricky to get a chunky deposit as a single buyer, but there are schemes to help.<\/li><li><strong>Credit history.<\/strong> Lenders will also assess your credit history to check you are a reliable borrower \u2013 a strong credit file means you may be able to borrow more. <\/li><\/ul><p>For most solo buyers, it\u2019s recommended to use an independent mortgage broker to scan the entire market for current deals and work out your maximum property budget. Popular brokers include Tembo and L&amp;C Mortgages. <\/p><p>It\u2019s also worth noting that you may not want to borrow the maximum amount quoted to you, as this can mean higher monthly payments. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/mortgages\/mortgage-statistics\">Finder statistics<\/a> show the average monthly mortgage payment is \u00a31,355, but it\u2019s important to end up with a payment you\u2019re comfortable with. <\/p><div class=\"eeQuote box u-rounded--lg source-finder type-experience\">\n    <div class=\"eeQuote__gridContainer\">\n        <div class=\"eeQuote__photoContainer\">\n            <div class=\"eeQuote__startQuoteIcon\">\n                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"40\" height=\"36\" viewbox=\"0 0 32 28\" fill=\"none\">\n  <path d=\"M13.1114 3.54845C12.05 5.01898 11.1447 6.64935 10.3955 8.43956C9.64624 10.2298 9.24041 11.8282 9.17798 13.2348C10.7389 13.8102 11.9563 14.6733 12.8304 15.8242C13.767 16.975 14.2352 18.3816 14.2352 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However, as an existing Tembo user, I noticed you can check out your mortgage options through the app, so I thought I would give it a try to see just how far away I really was.<\/p><p>The process was straightforward and seamless, where I simply had to complete a form and input a few personal details, which took no longer than 5 minutes. In no time I was looking at the different homes that I could currently afford to get a mortgage on \u2013 which I was pleasantly surprised by!<\/p><p>Tembo did all the hard work, producing an easily digestible breakdown of the fees, loan amounts and rates involved with each mortgage option available to me. The app also gave me plenty of information about some relevant schemes and how those would work, which helped guide me towards the most suitable and sensible mortgage for my situation.\"<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n                                                <a class=\"eeQuote__authorName\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/author\/lucasmortimer\" itemprop=\"url\" target=\"_blank\">\n                        Lucas Mortimer\n                                            <\/a>\n                                                    <div class=\"eeQuote__authorTitle\">Senior Associate Publisher<\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Buying a home as a single parent<\/h3><p>It can be harder to meet a lender\u2019s affordability criteria as a single parent. You\u2019re relying on a single income for a multiple person household and any regular outgoings \u2013 including childcare costs \u2013 are taken into account when a lender stress tests your finances.  <\/p><p>However, it\u2019s absolutely possible and there are schemes that can help you get onto the property ladder as a single parent. An online mortgage broker \u2013 like Tembo, Mojo Mortgages or Simply Lending \u2013 can help you find specialist mortgage options for your situation. <\/p><h3>How does benefit income impact mortgage applications?<\/h3><p>Lenders will still take benefit income into account when assessing your affordability, alongside other regular income such as a salary. It can be harder to get a mortgage if benefits make up a significant portion of your income, but there are options. <\/p><p>You may be able to increase your borrowing potential by having a strong credit score and a larger deposit. You may also be able to apply for government-backed schemes like Shared Ownership to assist your application.  <\/p><p>Lenders have their own specific rules about who can borrow from them, but a mortgage broker can help you find providers experienced in dealing with more complex situations. <\/p><h3>How can families support single borrowers?<\/h3><p>There are several schemes that families can take part in to help their relatives buy solo:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Guarantor mortgages.<\/strong> A family member uses their savings or their property as security for your mortgage. They are liable if you can\u2019t pay, and their savings or property can be used as collateral.<\/li><li><strong>Joint Borrower Sole Proprietor mortgage (JBSP).<\/strong> Add a family member\u2019s income to your mortgage to boost your borrowing power. You are still the sole owner of the property, but the mortgage is joint, so they\u2019ll be required to step in if you can\u2019t pay.<\/li><li><strong>Deposit Boost.<\/strong> Offered by the mortgage broker Tembo, this is different to a traditional guarantor mortgage, as two separate mortgages are taken out so your family member is not liable for your loan. Your loved one releases equity from their property to gift you that money towards your deposit.<\/li><\/ul><p>These come with benefits and risks, so it\u2019s important to speak to a mortgage broker about the best option for you. Look for mortgage platforms, like <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/redirect\/uk\/mortgages\/tembo-uk-secure.html?nb=1&amp;src_country=uk&amp;redirect_tracking_params=%7B%22placement_type%22%3A%22product_link%22%2C%22title%22%3A%22Tembo%22%2C%22site%22%3A%22UKFHL%22%2C%22offer_id%22%3A%2227278%22%2C%22niche_code%22%3A%22UKFHL%22%2C%22product_id%22%3A%220e3733c3-0057-4c26-a066-8b850a0cf0fb%22%2C%22product_name%22%3A%22Tembo%22%2C%22provider_id%22%3A%22ab36dbb5-bb06-4123-8aa5-2632fd7abb64%22%2C%22provider_name%22%3A%22Tembo%22%2C%22post_id%22%3A%22579089%22%2C%22post_path%22%3A%22mortgages%252Ffirst-time-buyer-mortgages%252Fcan-a-single-person-get-a-mortgage%22%2C%22post_country%22%3A%22uk%22%7D\">Tembo<\/a>, that specialise in boosting single applicant borrowing power with family help. On its website you can discover how much a JBSP could boost your borrowing in just 10-minutes, live interest rates, indicative repayments and all.<\/p><h3 class=\"has-margin-bottom\">How to buy a house on your own<\/h3><h4>1. Save for a deposit<\/h4><p>The first \u2013 and arguably the most difficult \u2013 step in buying a house on your own is saving up your deposit. Look for dedicated accounts that can help you. One of the most popular is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/savings-accounts\/lifetime-isas\">Lifetime ISA (LISA)<\/a>, which lets you deposit up to \u00a34,000 each year, and the government will contribute 25% (up to a maximum of \u00a31,000 a year). <\/p><p>The LISA does come with a penalty if you don\u2019t use the funds for a house purchase and withdraw them before you\u2019re 60, and there\u2019s also a property threshold cap. If you\u2019re unsure whether the LISA is a fit, there are alternatives. The mortgage broker and savings provider Tembo also has a specialised savings account for prospective home buyers with a competitive rate, called the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/mortgages\/tembo#savings-accounts\">HomeSaver<\/a>.<\/p><p>The government has also announced plans for a new First-Time Buyer ISA, with the details still to be ironed out. <\/p><h4>2. Look into schemes that can help<\/h4><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"sml-image-center alignright lazyload\" title=\"Image: Finder\" src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/07\/tembo_screenshot_shared_ownership_scheme.png\" alt=\"A screenshot of Tembo's app, showing an overview of Government Shared Ownership as a potential avenue for the user \u2013 a first-time buyer \u2013 to purchase the home they are interested in.\" width=\"250\" height=\"516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/07\/tembo_screenshot_shared_ownership_scheme.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/07\/tembo_screenshot_shared_ownership_scheme.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/07\/tembo_screenshot_shared_ownership_scheme.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/07\/tembo_screenshot_shared_ownership_scheme.png?fit=750 750w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p><p>As well as the family-assisted schemes (guarantor mortgages, Joint Borrower Sole Proprietor mortgage and Deposit Boost) and Lifetime ISA mentioned earlier, you might want to look into the following schemes which can boost affordability:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Shared Ownership.<\/strong> A government-backed part-buy, part-rent scheme.<\/li><li><strong>First Homes scheme.<\/strong> First-time buyers may be able to buy certain homes for 30% to 50% less than the market value.<\/li><li><strong>5% deposit schemes.<\/strong> Low deposit mortgages, with some backed by the government\u2019s Freedom to Buy scheme.<\/li><\/ul><p>A good mortgage broker will explore these on your behalf and help you weigh up any suitable options. <\/p><h4>3. Work out your borrowing power<\/h4><p>Once you\u2019ve got a substantial deposit saved and you\u2019ve looked at the available help, the next step is seeing what you can feasibly borrow. Banks and building societies such <a href=\"https:\/\/mortgages.secure.lloydsbank.co.uk\/homes\/?action=mortgage_calculator&amp;type=ftb\" target=\"_blank\">Lloyds<\/a> or Nationwide have affordability calculators, BUT the results will be based on that provider\u2019s specific lending rules and their current deals only, so they won\u2019t give you the full picture. <\/p><p>Instead, you can use an online mortgage broker to get a Mortgage in Principle (MIP). This lets you know <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/mortgages\/first-time-buyer-mortgages\/first-time-buyer-how-much-can-i-borrow\">how much you can actually borrow<\/a> as a single applicant \u2013 giving you a budget for your home.<\/p><h4>4. Find the right mortgage deal<\/h4><p>The next step is choosing your mortgage deal and applying. If you\u2019ve used a whole-market broker (e.g. Tembo or Habito) you should have a good idea of the best options. You\u2019ll need to provide the relevant documents, such as proof of identity, address, income and bank statements. <\/p><p>Then, once you\u2019ve done this, you can start the exciting process of finding your dream home (if you haven\u2019t already), making an offer and going through the home-buying process! <\/p><h3>Frequently asked questions<\/h3><div><div>\n    <h4>What\u2019s the average deposit for a single person?<\/h4>\n    <div>\n        <div>\n            <p>The average first-time buyer house price in May 2026 was \u00a3244,000. For a single person, this would mean putting down the amounts listed below with different deposit percentages. Note that deposit requirements vary hugely depending on where you live. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tembomoney.com\/reports\" target=\"_blank\">Tembo's quarterly first-time buyer index<\/a> breaks down average deposits from the UK's top 21 cities.<\/p><table class=\"luna-table\"><thead class=\"luna-table__header\"><tr><th scope=\"col\">Deposit percentage<\/th><th scope=\"col\">Deposit amount<\/th><th scope=\"col\">Mortgage required<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody class=\"luna-table__body\"><tr><th scope=\"row\">5%<\/th><td>\u00a312,200<\/td><td>\u00a3231,800<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">10%<\/th><td>\u00a324,400<\/td><td>\u00a3219,600<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">15%<\/th><td>\u00a336,600<\/td><td>\u00a3207,400<\/td><\/tr><tr><th scope=\"row\">20%<\/th><td>\u00a348,800<\/td><td>\u00a3195,200<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n    <h4>Can I get a sole mortgage if I\u2019m married?<\/h4>\n    <div>\n        <div>\n            <p>Yes, you can, but many lenders prefer married applicants to take out a joint mortgage so you might need a valid reason. This could include existing ownership of a property, one partner moving out, or your spouse having a poor credit score or no income. <\/p><p>It's worth nothing that any financial association \u2013 where two people share a financial product, whether that's a mortgage or a joint bank account \u2013 could impact your chances of applying for a new financial product if your partner has a poor credit score. This is because a bank would think you\u2019d help them out if they were in dire straights.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n    <h4>What are my mortgage options as a single person if I have low income?<\/h4>\n    <div>\n        <div>\n            <p>You might consider government schemes such as Shared Ownership or look at options like a Joint Borrower Sole Proprietor mortgage (JBSP), where a family member\u2019s income can be added to your mortgage but you retain full ownership. A mortgage broker can help you boost your affordability by looking at specialist schemes \u2013 for example, Tembo says it can boost the average user's budget by \u00a382,000.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n    <h4>What are my mortgage options as a single person if I\u2019m self-employed?<\/h4>\n    <div>\n        <div>\n            <p>You should have access to the same options, but you will need to provide comprehensive income evidence, such as up to 3 years of accounts and tax returns. A broker can help match you with lenders who specialise in self-employed and single income mortgages.  <\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n    <h4>What are the credit score requirements for a solo mortgage?<\/h4>\n    <div>\n        <div>\n            <p>There are no set requirements, but you should always aim to improve your credit report before applying for a mortgage. 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