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Can Multiple Care Worker Incomes Be Combined for a Joint Mortgage?

December 26, 2025

There are more care workers in the UK than ever before, with more 905,000 working across care homes, residential services and NHS settings. Many care workers rely on overtime and variable earnings to supplement their income, which makes getting a mortgage a bit more complicated.

Is There a Minimum UK Stay Required to Get a Mortgage on a Visa?

December 19, 2025

For many visa holders in the UK, one of the first questions when considering home ownership is simple but important: Do I need to live in the UK for a minimum period before I can get a mortgage? Traditionally, the answer was yes. However, the reality today is more nuanced, and in some cases, far […]

How Foreign IT Professionals Can Secure a UK Mortgage in 2026

December 12, 2025

Buying a property in the UK as an IT professional on a visa can feel intimidating. Many are
earning strong salaries, often combined with contract work and additional income streams.
But lenders still assess visa status, length of stay,

Fastest Ways for Foreign Nationals to Step Onto the UK Property Ladder in 2026

December 5, 2025

For many foreign nationals living and working in the UK, owning a home is a major milestone. Over the past few years, I have worked closely with international clients from all backgrounds, and I have seen the trends, the challenges, and the opportunities that are emerging in the mortgage space.

Can I Buy with 5 % Deposit on a Visa?

November 28, 2025

Buying your own home in the UK is a huge achievement that many people aspire to. However, for foreign nationals in the UK who are here on a visa, that dream might seem out of reach. Our team at WIS Mortgages help people in this situation regularly, with one of the most common questions being, […]

What Mortgage Documents Do NHS Workers Need?

November 28, 2025

Applying for a mortgage as an NHS worker? Then it really helps to be prepared. Many NHS
workers use overtime, enhancements, shift allowances and bank work to make up their
salary.

What’s the Minimum Salary Required for a UK Mortgage?

November 21, 2025

For many first-time buyers and home movers, one of the first questions that comes up is: “What salary do I need to get a mortgage in the UK?” Although this is a perfectly reasonable question, it doesn’t have a straightforward answer.