Tuesday, 19 January 2016

Cameron's £10,000 Mortgage Deposit Claim Put To The Test

In Prime Minister’s Questions Jeremy Corbyn asked: “Will families earning the Prime Minister’s so-called national living wage be able to afford one of his discount starter homes?”  Cameron said in response: “When I became Prime Minister, people needed £30,000 for a deposit on a typical home. Because of the schemes we have introduced, that is now down to £10,000.” This answer is likely to grate a little with hopeful first time buyers around the UK, many of whom are having to save significantly more than £10,000. The Daily Telegraph examines the Prime Minister’s claims, using a housing calculator which will show whether you are able to afford a mortgage in your chosen area.


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