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Managing your Help to Buy mortgage

If you have a Help to Buy home and are looking for a new mortgage deal, considering a remortgage or wanting to borrow more to buy out your equity loan, we're here to help.

Although the Government's Help to Buy scheme is no longer available for new applications in England and Scotland, we continue to support existing Help to Buy homeowners with a range of mortgage options. Whether you're looking to switch to a new deal, remortgage or borrow more money to repay your equity loan we can help you explore your options.

Is your Help to Buy mortgage deal coming to an end?

If your current Help to Buy mortgage deal with The Cambridge is due to end, switching to a new mortgage deal could help you avoid moving onto our Standard Variable Rate and potentially higher monthly payments.

We offer a range of mortgages for existing Help to Buy homeowners and can help you find a new deal that's right for you. Talk to one of our mortgage advisers about your options and what happens when your current deal ends.

Ready to switch your mortgage deal? If your Help to Buy mortgage deal is coming to an end, our guides can help you understand the process and the options available to you. Read our switching guides or book an appointment with one of our mortgage advisers to discuss your options.

Looking to remortgage your Help to Buy home?

If you're thinking about changing your mortgage arrangements, now could be a good time to explore your options.

At The Cambridge, we offer a range of mortgage options for existing Help to Buy homeowners. Our mortgage advisers can talk you through the process, answer any questions and help you understand how remortgaging could work for your individual circumstances.

We're here to help you find a mortgage that's right for you

Considering buying out your Help to Buy equity loan?

If you're an existing Help to Buy homeowner and are looking to repay all your Help to Buy equity loan, you may be able to borrow more on your mortgage.

Our mortgage advisers can talk you through your options and help you understand whether additional borrow could be suitable for your circumstances.

Any additional borrowing will be subject to eligibility, affordability and lending criteria.

FAQs

Is Help to Buy still available?

The Help to Buy Equity Loan scheme in England and Scotland closed to new applications in October 2022, but existing buyers can still manage their loans. Some lenders now offer similar low-deposit mortgage options.

Can I switch mortgage deals if I still have a Help to Buy mortgage?

If your current Help to Buy mortgage deal is coming to an end, you may be able to switch to a new mortgage deal. Our mortgage advisers can help you understand the options available and find a deal that's right for you.

Can I remortgage my Help to Buy equity loan?

Yes it's possible able to remortgage if you still have a Help to Buy equity loan. The options available to you will depend on your individual circumstances and the requirements of the Help to Buy scheme.

Can I borrow more on my Help to Buy mortgage?

You may be able to borrow more on your existing mortgage, subject to eligibility, affordability and lending criteria. Additional borrowing could help with home improvements or other future plans. Please book an appointment or call us on 0345 601 3344 to discuss your options.

What other mortgage options are available for first-time buyers?

We support first-time buyers with a range of mortgage options, including low-deposit, shared ownership, and Joint Borrower Sole Proprietor mortgages, helping make homeownership more accessible regardless of your savings or affordability situation. Find out more about these options.

What happens next?

Want to explore the mortgage options available for your Help to Buy home? Take a look at our available mortgage deals and look for those with Help to Buy in the title.

Looking for more information? Our guides can help you understand the process of switching deal and remortgaging.

Ready to discuss your options? Book an appointment with one of our mortgage advisers or call us on 0345 601 3344.

Which mortgage is right for you?

2 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.59%	7.39%	7.3% APRC	90%	£0	£0	£400	£999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 2% in year one; 1% in year two.

2 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage - 80% LTV

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.44%	7.39%	7.3% APRC	80%	£0	£0	£400	£999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 2% in year one; 1% in year two.

5 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage - Existing mortgage customers

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.54%	7.39%	6.8% APRC	80%	£0	£0	£400	£0	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 5% in year one; 4% in year two; 3% in year three; 2% in year four; 1% in year five.

2 Year Discounted Variable Rate Mortgage - 80% LTV

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
4.74%	7.39%	7.1% APRC	80%	£0	£0	£0	£499	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 1% in year one; 1% in year two.

2 Year Discounted Variable Rate Mortgage - No ERC

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
4.99%	7.39%	7.2% APRC	80%	£0	£0	£0	£999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - There are no early repayment charges.

2 Year Discounted Variable Rate Mortgage (1)

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.09%	7.39%	7.2% APRC	90%	£0	£0	£0	£999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - There are no early repayment charges.

Low Deposit 2 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.79%	7.39%	7.3% APRC	95%	£0	£0	£0	£499	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 2% in year one; 1% in year two.

Low Deposit 5 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.89%	7.39%	7.0% APRC	95%	£0	£0	£0	£499	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 5% in year one; 4% in year two; 3% in year three; 2% in year four; 1% in year five.

Low Deposit 2 Year Discounted Variable Rate Mortgage - No ERCs

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.34%	7.39%	7.2% APRC	95%	£0	£0	£0	£499	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - There are no early repayment charges.

Shared Ownership 2 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.79%	7.39%	7.3% APRC	95%	£0	£0	£200	£499	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 2% in year one; 1% in year two.

Shared Ownership 5 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage - Existing mortgage customers

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.99%	7.39%	7.0% APRC	95%	£0	£0	£200	£0	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 5% in year one; 4% in year two, 3% in year three, 2% in year four, 1% in year five.

Shared Ownership 2 Year Discounted Variable Rate Mortgage - No ERCs

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.09%	7.39%	7.2% APRC	95%	£0	£0	£200	£499	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - There are no early repayment charges.

Interest Only 2 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.44%	7.39%	7.4% APRC	70%	£0	£0	£400	£1999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 2% in year one; 1% in year two.

Interest Only 5 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.54%	7.39%	7.1% APRC	70%	£0	£0	£400	£1999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 5% in year one; 4% in year two, 3% in year three, 2% in year four, 1% in year five.

Interest Only 2 Year Discounted Rate Mortgage

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
4.74%	7.39%	7.3% APRC	70%	£0	£0	£0	£999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 1% in year one; 1% in year two

Interest Only 2 Year Discounted Rate Mortgage - NO ERC

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
4.99%	7.39%	7.4% APRC	70%	£0	£0	£0	£1999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - There are no early repayment charges.

Credit Assist Mortgage - 2 Year Fixed Rate

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.74%	7.39%	7.4% APRC	85%	£0	£0	£400	£999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 2% in year one; 1% in year two.

Credit Assist Mortgage 3 Year Discounted Variable Rate

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.34%	7.39%	7.1% APRC	85%	£0	£0	£400	£999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - There are no early repayment charges

Credit Assist 3 Year Discounted Variable Rate Buy to Let Mortgage

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.89%	8.44%	8.0% APRC	80%	£0	£	£800	£999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - There are no early repayment charges

Credit Assist 5 Year Fixed Rate Buy to Let Mortgage

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.94%	8.44%	7.5% APRC	80%	£0	£0	£800	£999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 5% in year one; 4% in year two; 3% in year three; 2% in year four; 1% in year five.

Credit Assist Extra Mortgage - 2 Year Fixed Rate

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.99%	7.39%	7.4% APRC	70%	£0	£	£400	£999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 2% in year one; 1% in year two.

Credit Assist Mortgage Extra - 3 Year Discounted Variable Rate

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.94%	7.39%	7.3% APRC	70%	£0	£0	£400	£999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - There are no early repayment charges

Help to Buy 2 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage - Existing mortgage customers

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.94%	7.39%	7.3% APRC	75%	£0	£0	£200	£0	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 2% in year one; 1% in year two.

Help to Buy 2 Year Discounted Variable Rate Mortgage

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
4.84%	7.39%	7.1% APRC	75%	£0	£0	£0	£299	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 1% in year one; 1% in year two.

2 Year Fixed Rate Buy to Let Mortgage

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.54%	8.44%	8.2% APRC	80%	£0	£800	£800	£999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 2% in year one; 1% in year two.

5 Year Fixed Rate Buy to Let Mortgage

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.64%	8.44%	7.4% APRC	80%	£0	£800	£800	£999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 5% in year one; 4% in year two; 3% in year three; 2% in year four; 1% in year five.

2 Year Discounted Variable Rate Buy to Let Mortgage (No ERCs)

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.24%	8.44%	8.1% APRC	80%	£0	£0	£0	£999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - There are no early repayment charges.

Holiday Let 5 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.69%	8.44%	7.4% APRC	80%	£0	£800	£800	£999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 5% in year one; 4% in year two; 3% in year three; 2% in year four; 1% in year five.

Holiday Let 2 Year Discounted Variable Rate Mortgage

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
4.99%	8.44%	8.0% APRC	80%	£0	£0	£800	£999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 1% in year one; 1% in year two.

Expat 5 Year Fixed Rate Buy to Let Mortgage

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.89%	8.44%	7.5% APRC	80%	£0	£800	£800	£999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 5% in year one; 4% in year two; 3% in year three; 2% in year four; 1% in year five.

Expat 2 Year Discounted Variable Rate Buy to Let Mortgage

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.14%	8.44%	8.1% APRC	80%	£0	£0	£800	£999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 1% in year one; 1% in year two.

Retirement Interest Only Variable Rate Mortgage

Rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.19%	Not applicable	5.4% APRC	55%	£0	£0	£0	£500	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - There are no early repayment charges.

5 Year Fixed Rate Limited Company Buy to Let Mortgage - 80% LTV

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.68%	8.44%	7.4% APRC	80%	£0	£800	£800	£999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 5% in year one; 4% in year two; 3% in year three; 2% in year four; 1% in year five.

Retirement Interest Only 5 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage

Initial rate	RIO variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.88%	5.19%	5.6% APRC	55%	£0	£0	£400	£999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 5% in year one; 4% in year two; 3% in year three; 2% in year four; 1% in year five.

First Step 5 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.99%	7.39%	7.0% APRC	98%	£0	£0	£0	£499	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 5% in year one; 4% in year two; 3% in year three; 2% in year four; 1% in year five.

First Step 2 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.89%	7.39%	7.4% APRC	98%	£0	£0	£0	£499	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 2% in year one; 1% in year two.

5 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.69%	7.39%	6.9% APRC	90%	£0	£0	£400	£999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 5% in year one; 4% in year two; 3% in year three; 2% in year four; 1% in year five.

5 Year Fixed Rate Limited Company Holiday Let Mortgage

Initial rate	Standard variable rate, currently	Overall cost for comparison	Max LTV	Application fee	Product switch fee	Further advance fee	Completion fee
5.78%	8.44%	7.5% APRC	80%	£0	£800	£800	£999	Early Repayment Charges Apply	details

Early repayment charges - 5% in year one; 4% in year two; 3% in year three; 2% in year four; 1% in year five.

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Managing your Help to Buy mortgage

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FAQs

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Which mortgage is right for you?

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2 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage

2 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage - 80% LTV

5 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage - Existing mortgage customers

2 Year Discounted Variable Rate Mortgage - 80% LTV

2 Year Discounted Variable Rate Mortgage - No ERC

2 Year Discounted Variable Rate Mortgage (1)

Low Deposit 2 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage

Low Deposit 5 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage

Low Deposit 2 Year Discounted Variable Rate Mortgage - No ERCs

Shared Ownership 2 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage

Shared Ownership 5 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage - Existing mortgage customers

Shared Ownership 2 Year Discounted Variable Rate Mortgage - No ERCs

Interest Only 2 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage

Interest Only 5 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage

Interest Only 2 Year Discounted Rate Mortgage

Interest Only 2 Year Discounted Rate Mortgage - NO ERC

Credit Assist Mortgage - 2 Year Fixed Rate

Credit Assist Mortgage 3 Year Discounted Variable Rate

Credit Assist 3 Year Discounted Variable Rate Buy to Let Mortgage

Credit Assist 5 Year Fixed Rate Buy to Let Mortgage

Credit Assist Extra Mortgage - 2 Year Fixed Rate

Credit Assist Mortgage Extra - 3 Year Discounted Variable Rate

Help to Buy 2 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage - Existing mortgage customers

Help to Buy 2 Year Discounted Variable Rate Mortgage

2 Year Fixed Rate Buy to Let Mortgage

5 Year Fixed Rate Buy to Let Mortgage

2 Year Discounted Variable Rate Buy to Let Mortgage (No ERCs)

Holiday Let 5 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage

Holiday Let 2 Year Discounted Variable Rate Mortgage

Expat 5 Year Fixed Rate Buy to Let Mortgage

Expat 2 Year Discounted Variable Rate Buy to Let Mortgage

Retirement Interest Only Variable Rate Mortgage

5 Year Fixed Rate Limited Company Buy to Let Mortgage - 80% LTV

Retirement Interest Only 5 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage

First Step 5 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage

First Step 2 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage

5 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage

5 Year Fixed Rate Limited Company Holiday Let Mortgage

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