Analysis of Czech Mortgage Market and Innovations

The objective of this diploma thesis is to analyse current status of Czech mortgage loan market and estimation of its further developments. The thesis focuses mainly on non-standard mortgage products. Besides interpreting of historical development and available data it uses several other methods. A questionnaire survey provided information on awareness of the public about the non-standard mortgages and the public's opinion on their usability. The survey also helped with understanding of Czech citizens' general needs and opinion in area of home equity financing. Furthermore comparative analysis of Great Britain's market and an interview with a representative of financial advisors who have major role in sale of mortgage loans. Opinions of the financial advisor provided expert view on the non-standard types of mortgages and reasons for their market share. In conclusion, the results from all used methods are summarized into evaluation of Czech mortgage market in general, in regards to innovation and also in regards of potential of individual non-standard mortgage products