Johannesburg - More than a quarter of South Africans polled do not feel it is reasonable to have to put a deposit down when buying a home, said a survey by bond origination companies released on Tuesday.

The survey found 27% of respondents believed that a 100% bond was reasonable, while 42% said a deposit of 10% was reasonable.

Twelve percent of respondents said they believed a deposit of more than 30% was reasonable.

However, spokesperson Craig Deats said that while all banks had again begun offering 100% home loans, being able to put down a deposit made it more likely that a bond application would be approved.

“In the last few months, we have seen a significant increase in applications with low or no deposit.”

Although it was possible to have a home loan application approved on this basis, it was less likely as the introduction of the National Credit Act had resulted in more stringent lending criteria.

“Currently, the two major reasons for bond declines are having insufficient net disposable income to afford the bond repayments and a poor credit profile.”

Deats said besides improving the chances of having a home loan approved, a bigger deposit could result in a more favourable bond rate which would save the home owner interest over the term of the loan.

“As a home loan is paid back over a long period, generally between 20 and 25 years, even a small deduction in the interest rate on your bond can save you thousands in interest payments over time.”

Deats said some sellers were also more willing to accept an offer if the buyer had a deposit, as there was a higher likelihood that they would complete the sale.

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There are so many types of mortgage bonds which are currently available that it can be an often confusing and intimidating task when wanting to take out a mortgage bond which will be most ideal for you. This is where Mortgage Plus can help. With their in-depth knowledge in the mortgage bonds available and what each option entails, this mortgage bond originator is able to guide the prospective of a mortgage bond to eventually decide upon the best option which will match their needs and requirements.

These numerous types of mortgage bonds which are available from the major banks in South Africa such as ABSA, Nedbank, FNB, and Standard Bank, include a few of the options as listed below:

First time buyers Home Loan: This is a special mortgage bond option in that it is ideal for those who have never owned a property or taken out a home loan. With this mortgage bond, the banks will lend you more than 100% of the property value, enabling you to include the transfer and registration costs into the mortgage bond; and hereby making it easier for you to enter into the property market. No deposit is required with this option.
(for the right purchaser) 

A Variable Home Loan: Given at the negotiated interest rate, this mortgage bond option is the traditional home loan optional. Home Loan rates are always negotiable, and are generally affected by the amount of the loan taken out. The smaller the loan, the less chance you have of getting below the prime lending rate. With this type of home loan, if the interest rates increases by 1 percent, your home loan rate will increase accordingly. If the interest rate drops, so will your home loan rate.

Fixed Home Loan Rate: With this type of home loan, your interest rate is fixed for a period of time; for one or two years on average. When considering this mortgage bond option do keep in mind that the interest will be slightly higher than the current loan rate. The beneficial advantage of this option is that it offers you protection from rising interest rates, so for that period of time you know what your bond repayments are. The only downside is that if the interest rates drop, your home loan rate will stay unchanged, resulting in you having to fork out more money at the end of the day.

Capped Home Loan Rate: With this type of Home Loan, you will never pay more than the capped rate, as your interest rate is capped at a maximum rate of interest for a period of time. And if the interest rates increase, you will never pay more than the capped rate you have negotiated. The outstanding pleasure which comes along with picking this option is that you will reap the benefits in the case that rates decrease.

Please do take note that this type of mortgage bond is not so readily available, and there is certain criteria required before your designated bank will approve your application.

For more information on these mortgage bonds and other options, speak to one of Mortgage Plus Mortgage Bond Originators and they will give you details and advise to set you on your way to taking out a mortgage bond you can ultimately afford and will enjoy in the long run.

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Mortgage Plus has a facility online which allows prospective clients of mortgage bonds to apply quickly. Essentially this innovative service of Mortgage Plus has been well-accepted as it saves time and takes away the frustration which would usually come along with making an application for a mortgage bond.

This is a free service, making another reason for the popularity of applying for a mortgage bond online.

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Mortgage Plus : knows the business of mortgage bonds.

CONTACT US

Speak to a home loan consultant about financing your new property or reviewing your existing mortgage. We are able to assist in lowering your bond repayments and securing attorney discounts.

Complete this short form online
Call us on 011.327.4489
Email: morne@mortgagepluscc.co.za

www.mortgagepluscc.co.za