Our no fuss approach to portfolio landlords
We have a streamlined and straightforward application process and here’s why:
A simple, straightforward process
Complete just one portfolio landlord spreadsheet which has automated calculations, to confirm if the application fits our criteria
We know your time is precious
That’s why there’s no need to do an AIP, just go straight to a full application and there’s no need to submit a business plan
Familiarity is key
That’s why our standard BTL policy and simple ICR criteria also applies to portfolio landlords
An experienced team
We have a dedicated team of portfolio landlord underwriters that really understand the market and ensure quick case progression.
See our product range designed exclusively for portfolio landlords.
What is a portfolio landlord?
A portfolio landlord is a client who has four or more buy to let mortgaged properties. This definition applies to sole and joint (or more) applications. For more information, look at our factsheet (PDF 88KB)Opens in a new window.
All of our standard BTL criteria still applies to the subject property on portfolio landlord applications. And there is some additional portfolio landlord specific criteria to consider.
In every portfolio landlord case, you’ll need to provide us with information about all the properties in the applicant’s portfolio. We’ll fully validate that information but if we’re unable to validate it all electronically, we may ask you for further information.
Our criteria - at a glance
- The maximum number of BTL mortgages allowed per household with any lender is 10
- The maximum number of BTL mortgages allowed per household with Coventry Building Society Group is 5
- The minimum ICR for the subject property is the same as our standard BTL policy. Full BTL ICR policy
How to apply
1 Fully complete the Buy to Let portfolio document (xlsx 1.4MB)Opens in a new window
Include the full address and postcodes of all properties in the portfolio, including any unencumbered properties. It’s important that you give us all the information we need and that you fully check your client’s properties against our criteria.
2 Go straight to full mortgage application
There’s no need to complete an AIP unless you have concerns over your customer’s credit profile.
3 Finalise your application
Upload your application and Buy to Let portfolio document to the case or email it to us at documents@thecoventry.co.uk.
For existing customers
If your client has four or more mortgaged BTL properties, they’ll be defined as a portfolio landlord.
If they apply for a transfer of equity (PDF 955KB)Opens in a new window, porting or further advance with us, you’ll need to complete the appropriate Buy to Let portfolio document in full and they’ll be assessed under our portfolio landlord policy.
You won't need to provide a Buy to Let portfolio document if they're applying for a product transfer.
Our forms
Buy to Let portfolio document (xlsx 1.4MB)Opens in a new window
If you have restricted access to a network, or your platform won’t allow you to use the excel version:
Buy to Let portfolio document (PDF 643KB)Opens in a new window
