Enness Global arranges large mortgages from £1m to £50m and above for clients whose wealth, income or property sits outside a standard lender's checklist.
Our dedicated large mortgage advice service gives you access to private banks, international banks and specialist lenders through an independent, whole-of-market brokerage.
Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.
A large mortgage is a home loan of £1m or more, though some lenders treat loans from £500,000 as large. Above £10m, lending typically comes from private banks and international banks rather than the high street.
Large mortgages are often used to purchase or refinance prime residential properties, luxury homes and substantial property portfolios, and they are typically used by clients with complex financial arrangements who need a more considered approach to mortgage structuring.
The right lender depends on the loan amount, property, income and wider financial position. As borrowing increases, the number of lenders willing to consider an application typically narrows.
Buying a property with a large mortgage involves negotiation, documentation and several parties. Enness Global’s role covers the lender search and the process to completion.
We start by understanding your financial position, property plans and borrowing objectives. Our advisers assess your income, assets, liabilities and preferred mortgage structure to establish the most suitable financing approach.
We explore options across our network of more than 1,000 private banks and specialist lenders. We identify suitable lenders, compare potential terms and structure a mortgage around your individual circumstances.
We coordinate your application, liaise with lenders and relevant professional advisers, and manage the process through to completion. Our team keeps you informed at each stage, helping to move your transaction forward with discretion and care.
Every Enness case has one dedicated broker, giving you direct contact throughout. With 19 years of lending experience, our advisers bring specialist knowledge and extensive professional qualifications.
As an FCA-regulated brokerage, we provide highly personalised, hands-on service, managing your mortgage with discretion, clear communication and accountability from initial enquiry through to completion.
CEO AND FOUNDER
Residential loans of £1 million and above, arranged on net worth, liquid assets and each income line rather than a single affordability multiple.
GROUP MD
Large loans on prime London and country property, including buyers whose income or wealth is held outside the UK.
HEAD OF PRIVATE CLIENTS
Private bank and large-loan desk lending for borrowers with bonus, dividend, partnership or overseas income.
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We are not tied to one lender. Private banks, international banks and high street large-loan desks are compared on the same case, so the deposit you have decides the options rather than one lender’s cap.
Enness Global has arranged loans of £5 million and above since 2007, and works with London estate agents, private bankers and advisers on complex purchases.
Seven-figure borrowing is where high street caps start to bite. We compare private banks, international banks and large-loan desks on the same case.
Loans of £10 million and above, where only a handful of lenders publish a maximum and most agree the facility case by case.
Around two thirds of the lenders we track will lend without asking you to move a portfolio to the bank. We approach those first.
Private banks underwrite the person rather than a payslip, and are usually the route to a higher loan-to-value at £5 million and above.
Lending under the high-net-worth exemption, assessed on net worth, liquid assets and the stability of each income line.
Bonus, dividends, partnership drawings, carried interest and vested shares, presented so that a large-loan underwriter can count them.
Interest-only borrowing on a large loan, agreed against a repayment plan the lender will test rather than take on trust.
Rental cover on a prime home is often thin, so these cases are judged on your wider income, assets and ability to cover void periods.
Large loans on property in France, Spain, Switzerland, Monaco, Italy, Portugal, the Channel Islands and Dubai, for residents and non-residents.
Some lenders accept income in another currency and others discount it. We know which, and how far each will go.
Raising or restructuring a large loan on a property you already own, compared on rate, repayment type and early repayment charges.
Prime and super-prime UK purchases, including foreign nationals, expats and new UK residents buying with a large mortgage.
Accounts, drawings and retained profit explained to an underwriter, rather than scored by a calculator built for salaried income.
Releasing capital from a high-value home for an investment, a tax bill or another purchase, without selling the asset.
With Enness, you can explore mortgage borrowing from £1 million to £50 million or more, depending on your circumstances and the property being financed.
The amount available depends partly on your loan-to-value (LTV), while some lenders may offer up to 90% LTV, with maximum LTVs generally reducing as the loan size increases. The deposit required will therefore depend on the amount you wish to borrow and the lender's criteria.
Your income is the other important factor. Conventional lenders may use income multiples of around 4.5 times annual income, whereas private banks and specialist lenders may consider multiples of over six times, depending on the nature and stability of your income.
For larger mortgages, lenders may also take a broader view of your financial position. This can include your business interests, investment portfolios, liquid assets, existing liabilities and overall wealth. This is particularly relevant for entrepreneurs, business owners, investors and clients with complex or international income.
The right structure and lender will depend on your individual circumstances, the property and the strength of your wider financial position.
What types of large mortgages are available?
Enness arranges large mortgages across a range of property types and borrowing structures. The appropriate solution depends on your objectives, financial position, property and lender requirements.
A large residential mortgage can finance the purchase or refinancing of a high-value main residence or second home. These mortgages are relevant to clients purchasing prime property in London and the wider UK.
We work with lenders experienced in substantial residential borrowing, including cases involving complex income and significant existing assets.
An interest-only mortgage allows you to pay the interest each month without reducing the original loan balance. The capital remains outstanding until the end of the mortgage term.
This structure can suit certain HNW clients who hold significant investments or other assets. However, you need a credible repayment strategy for the outstanding capital.
Lenders will assess the proposed repayment strategy and your ability to meet the mortgage obligations. The availability of interest-only lending depends on individual circumstances and lender criteria.
A large buy-to-let mortgage finances the purchase or refinancing of a high-value residential investment property. Lenders typically assess the property's rental income alongside the applicant's financial position.
For substantial property investments, the ownership structure, rental projections, existing portfolio and tax position may influence lender selection. You should seek separate tax and legal advice where appropriate.
Portfolio mortgages can support clients with multiple investment properties. Depending on the lender, finance may be structured against individual properties or a wider portfolio.
This can be relevant to professional landlords, property investors and family offices seeking to refinance or expand their holdings.
International applicants can face additional considerations when arranging substantial UK property finance. These may include overseas income, foreign currency, international assets and non-UK residency.
We work with lenders experienced in cross-border finance to identify suitable options for clients with international financial arrangements.
Who can benefit from a large mortgage broker?
A large mortgage broker can help when your borrowing requirements, income or financial arrangements fall outside standard lending criteria. Enness works with HNW and UHNW clients whose circumstances require specialist lender access and considered mortgage structuring.
We regularly assist:
Entrepreneurs and business owners with retained profits, dividends, multiple businesses or variable income.
Company directors whose remuneration includes salary, bonuses and dividends.
High-net-worth investors with substantial investment portfolios and multiple income streams.
International buyers and expats earning in foreign currencies or holding assets overseas.
Senior executives with significant bonuses, share awards or complex remuneration packages.
Family offices and UHNW families arranging finance across personal and family-owned property portfolios.
Professional athletes and entertainment professionals with substantial but potentially irregular earnings.
Trust and corporate structures where property ownership and borrowing arrangements require specialist consideration.
You do not necessarily need a complex financial profile to benefit from a large mortgage broker. The size of the loan, property or proposed transaction may itself warrant specialist advice.
How can Enness help arrange a large mortgage?
Enness provides mortgage advice and brokerage for high-value borrowing requirements. We assess your circumstances, identify suitable lenders, structure your application and manage the transaction through to completion.
Our service is designed around the requirements of your wider financial position, not simply the property you intend to purchase.
We begin by understanding your borrowing objectives, financial position and intended property transaction.
This includes reviewing your income, assets, liabilities, residency, property requirements and preferred mortgage structure. We also establish your timescales and any specific considerations affecting the transaction.
We assess potential options across our network of more than 1,000 private banks, family offices and specialist lenders.
Our relationships give us access to institutions with experience in substantial property finance and non-standard applications.
We consider lender appetite, affordability requirements, loan structures and the wider terms available for your circumstances.
We advise on suitable mortgage structures based on your objectives and the requirements of prospective lenders.
This may involve considering repayment or interest-only arrangements, loan-to-value, income assessment and the treatment of overseas assets or earnings.
Where appropriate, we explore different financing approaches to establish which may offer the most suitable outcome.
Once you have selected a suitable route, we coordinate the mortgage application and liaise with the lender and relevant professional advisers.
We help present your financial position clearly and respond to lender enquiries. This is particularly important where your income, wealth or property ownership requires additional explanation.
We remain involved throughout the transaction, working with the lender, solicitors and other parties involved.
Our role is to maintain progress, address outstanding requirements and help move the financing towards completion. The final decision remains with the lender.
Why arrange a large mortgage through Enness?
Enness is an international finance brokerage specialising in high-value property and asset finance for HNW and UHNW clients. We bring together specialist mortgage expertise, international lender relationships and a discreet advisory service.
We work with a network of more than 1,000 private banks, family offices and specialist lenders. This gives us access to financing options beyond the mainstream mortgage market.
Our advisers understand the considerations involved in substantial borrowing. We work with clients who have international income, business interests, significant investments and non-standard ownership structures.
With offices in London, Dubai, Jersey and France, we understand the requirements of clients operating across multiple jurisdictions.
We arrange international property finance in markets including London, Monaco, Geneva, Zurich, Dubai and the United States.
We look at the wider financial picture when considering your mortgage requirements. This allows us to explore structures that reflect your assets, income, borrowing objectives and longer-term plans.
We understand that substantial property transactions can involve sensitive financial information and demanding timescales.
Our advisers work discreetly and maintain clear communication throughout the process. We focus on moving transactions forward without unnecessary complexity.
Founded in 2007, Enness has developed relationships across private banking and specialist finance. We use this network to identify potential financing routes for clients whose requirements may not fit conventional lending criteria.
Answers from our specialist brokers to the questions we are asked most often about large mortgages.
Let's talk nowA large mortgage in the UK typically refers to borrowing of £1m or more. However, there is no formal regulatory threshold. The level at which a mortgage requires specialist advice depends on the applicant, property and lender.
Enness Global arranges large mortgages from London, Dubai, Jersey, Zurich, Geneva and Nice. The first conversation covers whether the case can be done, the route and your date. Call +44 (0)203 758 9393 or use the contact form.
Recent large residential mortgages arranged by Enness, including high loan-to-value purchases and prime refinances.
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