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A major lender has announced it will allow first-time buyers to borrow up to five-and-a-half times their income in a bid to help more people onto the property ladder.Lloyds says it has increased its max loan-to-income ratio from 4.49 as the situation is 'tough right now' for first-time house hunters.It means buyers with a household income of £50,000 and a 10% deposit may be able to borrow £275,000 - up from £224,500 at the previous rate.
To qualify, borrowers have to apply for a first-time buyer mortgage with Lloyds or sister bank Halifax, have a total household income of at least £50,000 and a minimum 10% deposit, and not be using shared ownership or shared equity schemes. Normal affordability checks also apply.Andrew Asaam, homes director at Lloyds Banking Group, said: 'Getting the keys to a first home is a big deal, but it's tough right now.
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