Scottish Widows
Specialist LenderScottish Widows, part of Lloyds Banking Group, offers residential and buy-to-let mortgage products primarily distributed through the Halifax and Lloyds broker channels. With roots dating back to 1815, they bring the strength of a major banking group to the intermediary mortgage market.
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About Scottish Widows
Scottish Widows was founded in 1815 in Edinburgh and has over 200 years of history in UK financial services. The company is now part of Lloyds Banking Group and offers residential and buy-to-let mortgage products. Scottish Widows mortgages are primarily distributed through the Halifax and Lloyds broker channels, benefiting from the group's intermediary relationships.
Scottish Widows brings the strength of Lloyds Banking Group to the intermediary mortgage market. The brand is well recognised and trusted, with products that compete with other major lenders. Scottish Widows serves first-time buyers, home movers, remortgagers, and landlords through broker partners.
As part of Lloyds Banking Group, Scottish Widows benefits from the group's funding, technology, and scale. The lender is regulated by the FCA and PRA. Scottish Widows maintains its Edinburgh heritage while operating as part of one of the UK's largest banking groups.
Lending Focus
Scottish Widows offers mortgage products across 2 categories including Residential, Buy-to-Let.
Key Features
- Residential and BTL products through Halifax intermediary channel
- Backed by Lloyds Banking Group financial strength
- Competitive rates leveraging major bank funding
- Heritage brand established in 1815
- Wide product range including remortgage and purchase
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Backed by Lloyds Banking Group providing exceptional financial strength
- Competitive rates leveraging major bank funding
- Well-established heritage brand dating back to 1815
- Wide product range for residential and buy-to-let
Cons
- –Broker-only — cannot apply direct (via Halifax intermediary channel)
- –No specialist adverse credit or complex income products
- –Limited flexibility compared to dedicated specialist lenders
Fees & Charges
- Arrangement Fee
- Typically £999 — may be added to the loan
- Valuation Fee
- Often free on selected products; otherwise based on property value
- Early Repayment Charge
- Typically 1–5% during fixed-rate period
- Overpayment Allowance
- Up to 10% per year on most products
Mortgage Rates
Rate data coming soon. View rates on Scottish Widows
| Product | Initial Rate | Type | Initial Term | Revert Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Year Fixed | TBC | Fixed | 24 months | TBC |
| 5 Year Fixed | TBC | Fixed | 60 months | TBC |
| Tracker | TBC | Variable | 24 months | TBC |
Application Process
- Processing Time
- 2–3 weeks from application to offer
- Online DIP
- Yes — available online
- Offer Valid For
- 6 months
Lending Criteria
- Maximum LTV
- 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Scottish Widows part of Lloyds Banking Group?
Can I apply directly for a Scottish Widows mortgage?
Does Scottish Widows offer buy-to-let mortgages?
How to Apply
Broker only. Scottish Widows products are available through mortgage brokers. Find a broker with Scottish Widows on their panel.
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