You can often get one in under an hour if there are no issues, and at most, it should take only a few days. This frees you up to go house hunting and puts you in a strong position to make an offer on a home you want.
Does an AIP affect my credit score? Getting an AIP doesn't impact your credit score, as we don't run a 'full' credit check.
When applying for an Agreement in Principle, you'll need the following information: The exact details of your income. Notes on your outgoings and any existing credit agreements. Your addresses for the last three years.
Real-Life Example Imagine two companies, Alpha Corp. and Beta Inc., negotiating a business partnership. They agree on the main terms of their collaboration, such as the division of responsibilities, profit sharing, and project timelines. This initial understanding forms an agreement in principle.
You may be wondering why you should apply for an AIP instead of a mortgage straight away. The simple answer is that it's quicker and less effort to get a mortgage in principle. You can often get one in under an hour if there are no issues, and at most, it should take only a few days.
It's a good idea to complete another AiP if any of those details or your circumstances change because it could affect your AiP outcome. Does an AiP guarantee I'll get a mortgage? An AiP doesn't guarantee that you can get a mortgage with us, but it will let you know whether we'd be willing to lend the amount you need.
You get rejected from an Agreement In Principle There is a chance when applying for an Agreement In Principle that you will be rejected. This could be due to a low income, a low house deposit or a complicated debt history.
Here we will explain this much talked about and often confused subject, so you know exactly what it really is and how long it takes. The short answer is that it takes between 15-30mins depending on which lender you use. Although some companies may advise within 24 hours this is very rare and we think rather excessive.
What's an Agreement in Principle? An AiP lets you know whether we'd be willing, in principle, to offer you a mortgage for a certain amount. It doesn't involve a hard credit check, so it won't affect your credit score.
But it doesn't guarantee you a mortgage, and it is possible to be refused by a mortgage provider after they've given you an agreement in principle. If this happens, it's often because the lender found something that didn't meet their criteria when they did a full search of your information.