I’ve been sharing my top tips on how you can make sure you are in the best position to ensure you get a “yes” when it comes to making your mortgage application. My seventh ‘top tip’ is:

7. Try to avoid too many credit applications. All your searches for credit deals are recorded on your credit report and if you make too many, it will look to the lender that you have problems. Avoid any new credit deals for up to six months before making your mortgage application.