09/09/2026
Your credit card might not be applying for the mortgage but the lender will still want to know all about it.
When assessing affordability, lenders may consider:
• Your outstanding credit-card balances
• Your monthly repayments
• How much of your available credit you’re using
• Any other loans or regular financial commitments
This doesn’t automatically mean your application will be declined. But the amount you owe and your monthly commitments could affect how much a lender is prepared to offer.
Before applying, it can be helpful to review your balances, avoid taking on unnecessary new credit and understand how your existing commitments may appear to a lender.
Because your credit card may be staying at home but financially, it’s coming to the appointment.
Alder Rose Mortgage Services Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA 923776).
Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.