30/10/2026
🏡 Can you get a mortgage using Power of Attorney?
Did you know that having Power of Attorney doesn't automatically mean you can take out a mortgage on someone else's behalf?
A Power of Attorney allows you to make certain decisions for another person, but when it comes to mortgages, things can be more complicated!
Some lenders may accept applications involving Power of Attorney, while others have stricter requirements.
They may need to check: ✅ What type of Power of Attorney is in place
✅ Whether it gives the necessary legal authority
✅ Whether the lender accepts the arrangement
✅ Whether the mortgage is in the person's best interests
And remember, if the property is jointly owned, there may be additional legal requirements.
💚 My advice? Before assuming a mortgage isn't possible, speak to a mortgage adviser who can explore the available options.
I'm Alina Butnariu, Mortgage Adviser at Mortgage Hub Expert.
📞 07481 102250
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