Buying before you've started nursing

Many nurses work on bank contracts, zero-hours arrangements, or split their time between trusts. Standard lenders often struggle with these income structures. We work with specialists who understand NHS nursing employment and can include your regular bank shifts in your affordability calculation.

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Nurse Mortgage Options
Newly qualified nurses
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Just completed your nursing training? Some lenders will accept your NHS employment contract and start date, so you can buy your home before or shortly after starting your first nursing role.

Bank and agency nursing
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NHS bank contracts and agency work don't fit neatly into a lender's standard forms, but that doesn't mean you're stuck. Some lenders will factor in a proportion of your regular bank shifts or agency income towards affordability, particularly if you have a consistent track record. We will find the lender whose criteria best match your working pattern.

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Mortgages into retirement
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Many high street lenders won't lend beyond age 70, but specialist lenders will. They will also consider your NHS pension as income. Whether you are approaching retirement or still working, we can find the right option for your circumstances.

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Moving to a better deal
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When your fixed rate ends, we search the whole market to find you the best remortgage deal. Most lenders offer free valuations and free legal fees through their appointed solicitor for standard remortgages.

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Schemes that can help you buy
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Alongside nurse-specific mortgage products, these government schemes may also help you get on the property ladder sooner or with a smaller deposit.

Shared Ownership

Buy 25–75% of a property and pay rent on the rest. Increase your share over time as your income grows.

Right to Buy

Council tenants can purchase their home at a discount — which can act as your deposit.

First Homes Scheme

New-build homes sold to local first-time buyers at a minimum 30% discount, preserved on resale.

Bad Credit Options

CCJs, defaults, IVAs — specialist lenders consider all of these. Don't assume you can't apply.

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I receive both employed and self-employed nurse income. Can I use both?
Will my nursing student loan affect my mortgage?
How do lenders work out how much I can borrow as a nurse?
When should I get an agreement in principle?
Do nurses or NHS staff get specific mortgage discounts?
Can bank nurses and matron nurses get a mortgage?

For official NMC registration and standards information:

Nursing and Midwifery Council

Related mortgage advice:

NHS Staff Mortgages
Key Worker Mortgages