First-Time Buyers

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Central Bank borrowing rules, deposit requirements, Help to Buy, First Home Scheme — everything an Irish first-time buyer needs to know.

Mortgage Deposit Ireland 2026: How Much Do You Need?

Mortgage deposit Ireland 2026: Central Bank rules require 10% for first-time buyers, 20% for others. Learn acceptable sources, gift letters, and Help to Buy interaction.

9 Oct 2026·10 min read

Mortgage Lender Exceptions Ireland 2026: How to Borrow Above the 4× Limit

Mortgage exception Ireland: How Central Bank exceptions work, which lenders approve above 3.5× salary limits, and how to apply for higher borrowing in 2026.

14 Sept 2026·10 min read

Self-Employed Mortgage Ireland 2026: How to Qualify and What Lenders Look For

Self-employed mortgage Ireland 2026 — what documents you need, how lenders assess your income, which lenders are most flexible, and how contractors can borrow more.

14 Sept 2026·9 min read

Central Bank Mortgage Rules Ireland 2026: The Complete Guide

Ireland's Central Bank mortgage rules explained — the 4× income limit for first-time buyers, LTV deposit requirements, and how the rules changed in 2023.

24 May 2026·6 min read

How Much Deposit Do You Need for a Mortgage in Ireland? (2026)

How much deposit do you need for a mortgage in Ireland in 2026? First-time buyer 10% rule, second-time buyer 20%, LTV bands, and strategies to save faster.

24 May 2026·5 min read

Mortgage Hacks for First-Time Buyers 2025

First-time buyer mortgage tips Ireland — how to pass affordability checks, maximise your borrowing, use Help to Buy, and avoid the most common application mistakes.

22 Jun 2025·5 min read

Navigating First-Time Buyer Mortgages in Ireland

First-time buyer mortgages Ireland 2026 — 4× income limit, 10% deposit rules, AIP, Help to Buy, First Home Scheme, and choosing the right lender.

1 Mar 2025·8 min read
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