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Bank of England cuts the Base rate – What it Means for Contractor Workers

The Bank of England’s 0.25% base rate cut could improve mortgage affordability for contractors, but understanding how lenders assess your income remains key to unlocking your true borrowing power.

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Sam Stanhope Head of Marketing

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Earlier in December, the Bank of England announced a 0.25% cut to the base rate, in very welcome news for those seeking a mortgage.

This is the signal the market has been waiting for. For independent professionals and contractors, this shift likely means improved affordability for new purchases and more competitive pricing for those looking to remortgage.

What does this mean for your borrowing power?

While a rate cut is great news for monthly payments, the biggest hurdle for professionals remains the same: how lenders view your income.

Even with lower rates, High Street lenders can still struggle to understand your earnings. At Cleerly, we ensure your mortgage offer reflects your daily contract rate, true net profit or all elements of your employed package – not just a simple multiplier of base salary.

With rates moving in the right direction, now is the ideal time to see how much you could borrow on a new mortgage.

Check your borrowing options here.