Independent · Ireland-specific · Updated September 2026

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4×
FTB borrowing limit
gross annual income (Central Bank)
10%
Min FTB deposit
of purchase price
€30,000
Help to Buy max
tax refund, new builds only
3.10%
Lowest fixed rate
Avant Money ≤60% LTV, Sep 2026

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ICS Mortgages Ireland 2026: Dilosk DAC Guide

ICS Mortgages Ireland 2026: Complete guide to Dilosk DAC servicing, rates, switching options, and what legacy ICS borrowers need to know about their mortgage.

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Mortgage Process

Mortgage Redemption Statement Ireland 2026

Everything you need to know about mortgage redemption statements in Ireland — what they contain, how to request one, costs, and timelines for switching or selling.

9 Nov 2026·11 min read
First-Time Buyers

Mortgage Affordability Calculator Ireland 2026

Mortgage affordability calculator Ireland: Calculate realistic borrowing using Central Bank 3.5x income rule, stress testing, and Irish living costs in 2026.

8 Nov 2026·12 min read
Mortgage Rates

Green Mortgage Rates Ireland 2026: Complete Guide

Green mortgage rates Ireland 2026: compare BER-rated property discounts across Irish lenders. See how much you can save on energy-efficient homes.

7 Nov 2026·13 min read
Mortgage Basics

Getting a Mortgage on Inherited Property Ireland 2026

Mortgage on inherited property Ireland 2026: probate requirements, valuations, lender criteria, CAT liability, and refinancing options explained clearly.

6 Nov 2026·13 min read
Mortgage Process

Split Mortgage Ireland 2026: Restructuring Explained

Split mortgage Ireland explained: how the arrears solution divides your loan into active and warehoused portions, eligibility rules, and long-term implications.

5 Nov 2026·12 min read
Mortgage Process

Mortgage Declined by One Lender Ireland: What Next?

Mortgage declined by one lender in Ireland? Learn why it happens, what alternative lenders accept, and how to improve your next application successfully.

4 Nov 2026·14 min read
Mortgage Basics

Equity Release Ireland 2026: Lifetime Loans Explained

Equity release Ireland 2026: How lifetime loans work, costs, providers, and alternatives for Irish homeowners. Complete guide to unlocking property wealth.

3 Nov 2026·9 min read
First-Time Buyers

Mortgage for Gardaí and Teachers Ireland 2026

Mortgage for gardaí teachers Ireland: preferential rates, special schemes, and how public sector employment strengthens your mortgage application in 2026.

2 Nov 2026·12 min read

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