Buy to Let Lending Criteria for day rate contractors income
Day rate contractors income
Day rate contractors are acceptable for lending purposes if the following criteria is met:
- Contracts must relate solely to the applicant
- Up to 2 contracts can be considered subject to sustainability
- Minimum 6 months track record of contract work
- A maximum of 46 weeks income used from the current contract
- Minimum income £300 per day or £50,000 per year
Please note umbrella company deductions will need to be taken into account when calculating affordability.
Evidence Required
- Current and previous contract (s) covering at least 6 months.
- If no previous contract is available and current contract started less than 12 months ago, previous industry experience and pay should be evidenced via P60’s/ employment contract.
- If less than 2 months remaining on current contract, evidence of contract extension or new contract is required.