Category Archives: Self Employed

Thinking of becoming a Self-Employed Mortgage Broker? Here’s What You Need to Know

Have you been working as a mortgage adviser for a bank, estate agent, network or [...]

How Much Can I Borrow If I’m Self-Employed in 2026?

If you’re self-employed and thinking about buying a property or remortgaging, one of the first [...]

How to Prepare for a Self-Employed Mortgage Application in 2026

At Mallard Mortgages, we specialise in self-employed mortgages and complex income cases. Here’s exactly how [...]

Can You Get a Mortgage in 2026 If You’re Self-Employed or Have Bad Credit?

If you’ve been told “no” to a mortgage in the past – or you’ve assumed [...]

UK Housing Market Outlook 2026: What It Means for Self-Employed & Bad Credit Mortgage Applicants

As we enter 2026, the UK housing market is beginning to stabilise after a challenging [...]

The Impact of Credit Scores on Self-Employed Mortgage Applications

For self-employed individuals, applying for a mortgage can feel more complex than it does for [...]

UK Mortgage Rates Dip Below 5% — Great News for Self-Employed & Those with Credit Challenges

Mortgage headlines are turning positive: average UK two- and five-year fixed rates have now fallen [...]

Why Self-Employed Mortgage Seekers Need a Self-Employed Mortgage Specialist on Their Side

At Mallard Mortgages, we bang the drum about this all the time — if you’re [...]

Exploring Mortgage Options for Freelancers and Contractors

Securing a mortgage can feel daunting for anyone — but mortgage options for freelancers and [...]

Joint Mortgage: Combining Self-Employed and Employed Incomes

Applying for a joint mortgage, when one applicant is self-employed and the other is employed [...]