Haven mortgages
Haven offers mortgages for most types of borrowers, via a group of approved mortgage brokers (intermediaries) across Ireland.
What mortgages does Haven offer?
- First time buyer: You could borrow up to 90% of the property’s value over a term of up to 35 years with a Haven first time buyer mortgage. The intermediary you choose will be on hand throughout the process.
- Next time buyer: If you’re a bit rusty on how the mortgage process works, your intermediary can help to refresh your memory and walk you through each step.
- Self build: If you’re building your own home you’ll need a dedicated self build mortgage. With this type of mortgage you can drawdown at up to six stages during your build.
- Switcher: Switching your mortgage to Haven doesn’t have to be hard work with an intermediary on board.
What does a Haven intermediary do?
Haven intermediaries search for the right mortgage for you, using their knowledge and experience of different borrowing circumstances. Then, they can guide you smoothly through each step of the borrowing process.
If you have a busy lifestyle or are daunted by the amount of paperwork you’ll need to apply for a mortgage, an intermediary could save you time. Plus, they’ll fill out your forms for you and bat away any potential issues before they arise.
The first step to getting a Haven mortgage is choosing an intermediary. You should ask about any fees they may charge and make sure you’re happy to go ahead.
Why choose a Haven mortgage?
There are lots of benefits to choosing a Haven mortgage, here are some of them:
- You get a dedicated intermediary to answer your questions, offer advice and complete the paperwork for you
- They offer competitive fixed rate, variable rate, or split rate mortgages (part variable and part fixed)
- You could get up to €5,000 cashback if you drawdown your mortgage (or first payment if it’s for a self-build property) before 31 December 2022, terms and conditions apply
- You can choose a mortgage term up to 35 years, depending on how old you are when you apply for the loan
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More about Haven
Haven Mortgages Limited, known as Haven, is part of the AIB Group and regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.
Haven is focused on mortgages alone and offers its products via approved intermediaries.
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Haven mortgages FAQs
Will I have to pay a mortgage broker (intermediary) fee?
Yes, many intermediaries do charge a fee. If there is an administration fee to pay, this should be outlined to you upfront, and is payable when you apply for the mortgage.
How much can I borrow with Haven?
This depends on a number of factors, including:
- Your household income and outgoings
- The size of your deposit
- Your buying status e.g. first time buyer or next time buyer
- Your credit history
- The cost of the property
Our guide explains more about how much you can borrow or you can refer to your Haven intermediary.
Can I keep my Haven tracker mortgage rate?
It may be possible to keep your tracker mortgage if you’re moving home, but you’re likely to pay your existing rate plus an additional 1%.
Your Haven intermediary can advise if this is the best solution for you.
