The Mortgage Lender (TML) – Flexible Mortgages for Real Life Borrowers

The Mortgage Lender (TML) was created to serve borrowers that mainstream lenders often overlook. From self-employed clients to contractors, buy-to-let landlords, and those with a less-than-perfect credit history, TML takes a common-sense approach to underwriting, helping you secure finance where others say no.

As brokers, we work with TML regularly for clients with non-standard income, portfolio properties, and specialist requirements. Here’s why they’re a valuable option in the market.

Key Benefits of The Mortgage Lender

Self-Employed Friendly

TML understands that self-employed income isn’t always black and white. Accepts 1 year of accounts Uses SA302s, tax overviews, or accountant’s certificates Directors can be assessed on retained profit, not just salary + dividends

Self-Employed Friendly

TML understands that self-employed income isn’t always black and white. Accepts 1 year of accounts Uses SA302s, tax overviews, or accountant’s certificates Directors can be assessed on retained profit, not just salary + dividends

Contractor & Freelancer Support

TML understands that self-employed income isn’t always black and white. Accepts 1 year of accounts Uses SA302s, tax overviews, or accountant’s certificates Perfect for outside IR35 and umbrella contractors. Accepts day rate contractors Will use gross contract income No minimum trading history with rolling contract continuity

Contractor & Freelancer Support

TML understands that self-employed income isn’t always black and white. Accepts 1 year of accounts Uses SA302s, tax overviews, or accountant’s certificates Perfect for outside IR35 and umbrella contractors. Accepts day rate contractors Will use gross contract income No minimum trading history with rolling contract continuity

Flexible Buy-to-Let Criteria

TML is a strong lender for landlords growing portfolios. Limited company (SPV) and personal BTL options HMOs, holiday lets, and MUFBs considered Top-slicing available for high earners with surplus income First-time landlords welcome

Flexible Buy-to-Let Criteria

TML is a strong lender for landlords growing portfolios. Limited company (SPV) and personal BTL options HMOs, holiday lets, and MUFBs considered Top-slicing available for high earners with surplus income First-time landlords welcome

Adverse Credit Considered

TML is one of the go-to lenders for clients with minor credit blips. Accepts missed payments, defaults, and CCJs Will look at credit events within the last 36 months Sensible, case-by-case decisions (not computer says no)

Adverse Credit Considered

TML is one of the go-to lenders for clients with minor credit blips. Accepts missed payments, defaults, and CCJs Will look at credit events within the last 36 months Sensible, case-by-case decisions (not computer says no)

Modern Underwriting

Manual assessment available for complex cases Real people look at the story behind your application No harsh credit scoring systems

Modern Underwriting

Manual assessment available for complex cases Real people look at the story behind your application No harsh credit scoring systems

Useful for Complex Employment Scenarios

Accepts zero-hour, agency, NHS bank, and probationary employment Can work with multiple jobs or combined incomes Flexible view on bonuses, overtime, and variable hours

Useful for Complex Employment Scenarios

Accepts zero-hour, agency, NHS bank, and probationary employment Can work with multiple jobs or combined incomes Flexible view on bonuses, overtime, and variable hours

Who Is The Mortgage Lender Good For?

  • First-time buyers with variable income
  • Self-employed applicants with <2 years’ accounts
  • Umbrella and day rate contractors
  • Credit-impaired clients recovering from past issues
  • Landlords buying in a limited company or as individuals
  • Clients with multiple income sources
  • Borrowers who’ve been declined elsewhere for technical reasons

Typical Mortgage Types Offered by TML

  • Residential mortgages (purchase & remortgage)
  • Buy-to-let mortgages (SPV and personal name)
  • Let-to-buy and portfolio landlord mortgages
  • Adverse credit mortgages
  • Self-employed and contractor mortgages

Need a Mortgage With The Mortgage Lender?

If you’ve been turned down by a high street bank or your income doesn’t fit the mould, The Mortgage Lender could be the perfect match. We’ll assess your circumstances and show you how their flexible lending could work for you.

Get in touch with Mortgage Knight today for a no-obligation chat and a mortgage quote tailored to your needs.

Faq

Frequently Asked Questions

A: Any building that combines commercial and residential use—like a shop with flats, or a doctor’s surgery with a flat attached.

A: Yes. Many semi-commercial investors use SPVs for tax efficiency. We work with lenders who accept company ownership.

A: It helps—but some lenders accept first-time landlords, especially for lower-value or owner-occupied deals.

A: Slightly—but they’re still competitive, and the stronger yield often outweighs the rate difference.

A: Absolutely. We help clients refinance for better rates, equity release, or to switch from personal to limited company ownership.

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