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Thinking of buying your first home?

Here are our first time buyer mortgages

NatWest mortgages are available to over 18s. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage. The content on this page is guidance only and does not constitute advice.

Find a mortgage that could work for you

Step 1: Get an Agreement in Principle

Get a personalised indication of how much you could borrow in less than 10 minutes

It won't impact your credit score.

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Step 2: Ready to apply for your new mortgage?

Apply online today or contact us if you'd like support.

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What is a first time buyer mortgage?

First time buyer mortgages are for people who are new to the housing market.

Generally, you are considered a first time buyer if you’re buying a property you plan to live in as your main residence and you’ve never owned a property before.

You can learn more in our First Time Buyer guide.

Use our mortgage calculator

Get a rough idea of how much we might be able to lend you and see our rates. Discover the monthly payments and learn about any fees involved, too.

Could you get a little help to move into your own home more quickly?

A NatWest Family-Backed mortgage, sometimes known as a ‘joint borrower sole proprietor’ (JBSP) mortgage, can help buyers get onto the property ladder sooner or borrow more. It lets you add a second person to your mortgage but without them owning the property.

Adding a second person to your mortgage as a 'non-owner', can help you borrow more than you would otherwise have been able to borrow, which means you could buy your own home sooner than you thought. And, the non-owner could be a family member or friend. Exclusions and criteria apply.

We issue online mortgage decisions by the next working day.

Complete an Agreement in Principle to see how much you could borrow and if you could get a decision by the next day when you apply online. This is subject to us having no further questions and passing an online property assessment. Excludes self-employed.

For applications submitted on weekends or bank holidays, we will start processing the first day we are open.

1st April 2025 Stamp Duty Updates

Stamp duty thresholds have changed, and this may impact your payment when buying a home. See updated rates and examples now.

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How do you buy your first house?

Buying your first property is exciting. But finding mortgage deals and the best options for you can also be daunting. We created this step-by-step guide to help you find the information you need to help you buy your first home – from saving a deposit to collecting your keys.

Are you thinking of buying a new build home?

If you are buying a home that has been built in the last 2 years or has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating A or B you could take advantage of our Green Mortgage options with lower interest rates on selected mortgage products.

Which type of mortgage is best for first time buyers?

There are different types of mortgage that you could consider. There are also different mortgage rates available. There's no one 'best' type for first time buyers – it will come down to what works best for you.

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Benefits for first time buyers

First time buyers may benefit from certain types of help and mortgage deals. This assistance could include government schemes, specific mortgage products, Stamp Duty relief and even the backing of a Lifetime ISA to build a deposit.

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Other mortgage options

Understanding the best home loan or mortgage options for your circumstances can be tricky as a first time buyer. We have qualified mortgage advisers available to help guide you through the process.

95% mortgages

A mortgage with as little as a 5% deposit. Exclusions & eligibility criteria apply.

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Cashback mortgages

Get £150-£1,000 cashback on selected mortgages. Criteria apply.

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Green mortgages

Go green to save money on your mortgage. Available on select products. Product fees may apply.

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First time buyer mortgages frequently asked questions

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