Exciting New First-time Buyer Mortgage Deal!

Caz Blake-Symes • October 7, 2025

Weston Mortgages Online is delighted to be able to offer this new product from the Newcastle Building Society, as part of their “ First Step” range of products.


What is First Step?

First Step could let you borrow up to 98% LTV with a minimum deposit of just £5,000. Mortgage values range from £96,000 to £350,000, and the 5-year fixed rates give you peace of mind that your monthly payments won’t change during the product term.


What might this look like?

First Step (Up to 98%) mortgage           

House price                    £210,000         

Mortgage value             £205,000         

Deposit                            £5,000               

Loan-to-value (LTV)     97.62%         

 

Want more details?

A First Step mortgage may be a good fit for you  if:

  • ·      You are looking for a mortgage between £96,000 and £350,000
  • ·      You have a minimum deposit of £5,000
  • ·      You are a first-time buyer
  • ·      You want a 5-year fixed mortgage


A First Step mortgage may not be a good fit for you if:

  • ·      You are looking for a mortgage of  less than £96,000 or more than £350,000
  • ·      Your deposit is less than £5,000 or has been gifted
  • ·      You are buying a new build home or flat
  • ·      You want to use an affordable home ownership scheme such as Shared Ownership


This is just one example from a wide selection of First-time Buyer mortgage deals Weston Mortgages Online can offer.

Russell Green will find the most suitable product to suit your specific needs and situation.

Please visit the First-time Buyer section of our website.

www.westonmortgagesonline.com/first-time-buyers


How to Contact Us

Russell Green will personally deal with your enquiry.

Tel 01934 442023

Email russell@swmortgages.com

Complete a form via our website www.westonmortgagesonline.com

 

Our initial mortgage consultation is free and with no obligation; should you proceed to an application, there will usually be a fee for mortgage advice. The precise amount of the fee will depend upon your circumstances, but will range from £ 290 to £490, and this will be discussed and agreed with you at the earliest opportunity.


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