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Need a Mortgage, but have a poor Credit History?

If you’ve had credit problems in the past, you might be worried that getting a mortgage is out of reach. The good news? It’s still possible. Whether you’ve had missed payments, defaults, CCJs, or even a previous bankruptcy, there are lenders who specialise in helping people like you get on the property ladder.

Bad Credit? You Still Have Options

At Optimus Mortgages, we help people with poor credit histories find a mortgage that suits their situation. Every lender has different criteria, and while high-street banks may say no, specialist lenders can take a more flexible approach—looking at your current situation rather than just your past.

We can help you:

✅ Find lenders who accept low credit scores, defaults, and CCJs.
✅ Get a mortgage with a smaller deposit than you might expect.
✅ Explore options if you’ve had bankruptcy or an IVA in the past.
✅ Improve your chances of approval with expert mortgage advice.

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Rebuild Your Financial Future

Having bad credit doesn’t mean you can’t get a mortgage—it just means you need the right lender and the right advice. We’ll help you understand what’s possible, how to boost your chances of approval, and what steps you can take to secure the best deal available.

Take the First Step Today

You don’t have to navigate this alone. Speak to one of our specialist mortgage advisers for a free, no-obligation consultation, and let’s explore your options together.

📞 Call us now on 07947 296455


📅 Or book a free consultation 

Why choose Optimus Mortgages?

  • Our initial consultation is completely free, and there is absolutely no obligation to proceed.

  • We have decades of experience in financial services, and as specialists in this market we have access to a panel of carefully selected leading providers. We can also access the whole market, allowing us to make sure we find a suitable solution for you.  

  • You will be designated your own dedicated specialist adviser, with their own direct email and telephone number, so you can be confident that you will always be dealing with the same person.

  • Our fully qualified specialists will always deal with you in plain English, not jargon. 

  • With our easy to use client portal you can receive updates on the progress of your application 24 hours a day, seven days a week, as well as being able to securely upload and review documents.

  • We offer a competitive and transparent fee structure.

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To safeguard your health, our expert advice is now available over the phone or via video appointment, whichever is right for you. If you are interested in finding out more, please get in touch, either online, or by calling us on 07947 296455. Click here for more info.

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Optimus Mortgages offer lifetime mortgages, which is a loan secured against your home. Equity release will reduce the value of your estate and may affect your entitlement to means-tested benefits.

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Optimus Mortgages is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. The Financial Services Register number is 945578.

Registered office address for Optimus Mortgages Ltd is 15 Raven Court, Shildon, County Durham DL4 2GX. Registered in England and Wales No.10277354.

The information contained within the website is subject to the UK regulatory regime and is therefore primarily targeted at customers in the UK. Should you have cause to complain, and you are not satisfied with our response to your complaint, you may be able to refer it to the Financial Ombudsman Service, which can be contacted as follows:

The Financial Ombudsman Service, Exchange Tower, London, E14 9SR www.financial-ombudsman.org.uk

 

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