
Questions and Answers
Q. What would happen if I have an existing mortgage and want to move home?
A. If you are within a special rate period and your offer states you can transfer your mortgage, you can take your mortgage product with you. If you are not within a special rate period you can apply for a house purchase mortgage. Both of these will be subject to the lending policy at the time of your request.
Q. Will St. James's Place Bank continue to offer a range of mortgage products for existing clients?
A. Yes, these products will continue to be offered to existing clients. This will be subject to the lending policy at the time of your request.
Q. Can I apply for a further advance?
A. Yes. This will be subject to the lending policy at the time of your request.
Q. Can I use any pre-agreed reserve I have on my mortgage?
A. Yes. You can drawdown your pre-agreed reserve if it is available on your mortgage. This will be subject to the lending policy at the time of your request.
Q. Can I use the built-up reserve feature of my mortgage?
A. Yes. You can borrow the built-up reserve at any time. This is subject to underwriting and the terms and conditions of your mortgage.
Q. Can I continue to make overpayments to my mortgage?
A. Yes, you can to make regular or lump sum overpayments. If this results in you paying off the special rate loan early, any early repayment charges incurred will be charged.
Q. Can I still take a payment holiday on my mortgage?
A. Yes, but remember that payment holidays cannot be taken in the first six months or last three years of your mortgage. No more than two payment holidays can be taken in the same calendar year. Payment holidays will be subject to the lending policy at the time of the request.