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Market Harborough Building Society

Building Society
Market HarboroughEst. 1849

Market Harborough Building Society is a Leicestershire-based mutual offering residential and self-build mortgages. They are well-regarded for their pragmatic approach to non-standard cases, including unusual properties and complex income structures, and they lend nationwide through brokers and direct channels.

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Lending Focus

Market Harborough Building Society offers mortgage products across 2 categories including Residential, Self Build.

Key Features

  • Self-build mortgages with advance stage payments
  • Flexible criteria for non-standard property types
  • Residential lending up to 90% LTV
  • Available direct and through broker intermediaries
  • Manual underwriting for individual assessment

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Self-build mortgage specialist with advance stage payments
  • Flexible criteria for non-standard property types
  • Manual underwriting for individual case assessment
  • Available direct and through broker intermediaries

Cons

  • Small regional building society — limited brand recognition
  • No bridging, commercial, or specialist lending products
  • Processing may be slower than larger lenders

Fees & Charges

Arrangement Fee

Typically £499–£999 — varies by product

Valuation Fee

Varies by property value — quoted at application

Early Repayment Charge

Typically applies during fixed-rate period — varies by product

Overpayment Allowance

Up to 10% of outstanding balance per year

Mortgage Rates

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Application Process

Processing Time

3–6 weeks from application to offer

Online DIP

No — via broker or branch

Offer Valid For

6 months from date of offer

Lending Criteria

Maximum LTV

90%

Self-Employed Welcome Contractors Welcome

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Market Harborough Building Society offer self-build mortgages?
Yes, Market Harborough Building Society is well-known for their self-build mortgages with advance stage payments, which help fund construction as it progresses.
Can Market Harborough lend on unusual property types?
Yes, Market Harborough Building Society has flexible criteria for non-standard property types that mainstream lenders may decline.
Does Market Harborough Building Society lend nationwide?
Yes, despite being based in Leicestershire, Market Harborough Building Society lends nationwide through both direct and broker channels.
What is the maximum LTV from Market Harborough Building Society?
Market Harborough Building Society offers residential lending up to 90% LTV for qualifying applicants.

How to Apply

Direct & Broker Access

You can apply directly with Market Harborough Building Society or through a mortgage broker. Using a broker gives you access to the whole market and may secure better terms. Find a broker

Contact Information

www.mhbs.co.uk
Market Harborough

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Regulatory Status

PRA RegulatedYes
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