John Charcol offers mortgage finance for Dubai properties

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John Charcol has agreed an exclusive deal with the National Bank of Dubai to provide mortgage finance for UK residents wishing to buy in Dubai.

The relationship now means that UK borrowers can arrange a mortgage in the local currency, with processing in the UK by Newcastle Building Society. The market in Dubai is relatively new with a recent change in property laws which now allow non-residents to buy property. The product is based on an underlying rate of EIBOR, currently 5.3%, plus 3.55%. There are two versions available, one with a 1.5% discount for three months and one with a 1% discount for six months. Maximum loan to value is 60% for completed properties, 70% for those under construction, and there is an early repayment c...

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