Together Money's Flexible Lending Criteria
One of Together Money's most notable features is their willingness to accept income from sources that mainstream lenders and many specialist lenders will not consider. This includes Universal Credit, Personal Independence Payment, Disability Living Allowance, pension income and a wide range of self-employed income structures. Together assesses affordability on a holistic basis rather than relying solely on automated underwriting.
Together also accepts a broader range of property types than most lenders. Properties with non-standard construction, unusual tenure arrangements, ex-local authority homes, properties above commercial premises and those with short leases may all be considered where other lenders have declined. This makes Together a practical option for borrowers whose property presents a challenge alongside their personal circumstances.
The maximum age at the end of the loan term is up to 85 years for residential secured loans, which is significantly higher than the 70 to 75 seen at many lenders. This makes Together particularly relevant for older borrowers who need to release equity but have been turned away due to age restrictions elsewhere.
Maximum LTV ratios are typically in the range of 75-80% for residential second charges, though this will depend on the specific product and the overall risk assessment. Together's combination of flexible income criteria, high age limits and unusual property acceptance makes them one of the most genuinely versatile secured lenders in the UK market.
Together Money Secured Loan Rates
Together Money secured loan rates are priced to reflect the non-standard nature of many of their applications. Rates typically start at around 10% per annum for cleaner cases and can extend to over 20% for higher-risk applications involving adverse credit, high LTV or complex income. The rate offered will be based on a full assessment of the application rather than a simple automated decision.
Together's pricing structure is transparent, and brokers can obtain indicative terms before submitting a full application. Because Together is a relationship-driven lender, brokers with a track record of placing business with them may be able to obtain faster decisions and more tailored outcomes for their clients.
As with all secured loans, the total cost of borrowing includes arrangement fees, broker fees and the interest charges over the loan term. It is important to compare the total amount repayable rather than focusing solely on the interest rate, particularly for longer loan terms where fees can have a proportionally smaller impact on overall cost.