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‘Tracker mortgages are back’ – but is one the right choice for you?

The uncertain interest rate outlook is making tracker deals popular again. We look at the pros and cons of both types of loan

The Guardian - UK · May 23

Third of home sales in January were to first-time buyers, says property firm

Falling mortgage rates have widened the number of people able to get on the property ladder, Connells Group said.

The Independent UK · Feb 9

Nearly half of London home sales in January were to first-time buyers

Falling mortgage rates have widened the number of people able to get on the property ladder, Connells Group said

Evening Standard · Feb 9

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Getting ready to remortgage? Here’s how to get the best rates

With 1.8m fixed-rate deals due to end this year, now’s the time to dig out the details and look at what’s on offer

The Guardian - UK · Feb 4

Mortgage costs ‘shock’ for borrowers as nearly 1m five-year deals end soon

Many homeowners taking out fixed deals in 2021 will have been on ultra-low rates and could now see their costs jump, Compare the Market warned.

Evening Standard · Jan 26

Mortgage costs ‘shock’ for almost one million as fixed-rate deal ends

Borrowers will need to factor in the overall cost of the mortgage, including fees, as well as the rate

The Independent UK · Jan 26

Households may face a further income squeeze, say experts

Mortgage rates, prices of goods and retirement annuities may potentially be affected by recent market movements.

Evening Standard · Jan 9, 2025

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House price growth accelerates as London rents reach record highs

The figures were released on the day the ONS said Consumer Prices Index inflation rose to 2.6 per cent in November

Evening Standard · Dec 18, 2024

Annual growth in house prices and rents has accelerated

The figures were released on the day the ONS said Consumer Prices Index inflation rose to 2.6% in November.

The Independent UK · Dec 18, 2024

New mortgages could help first-time buyers borrow £52,000 more, says lender

Leeds Building Society has increased the maximum loan-to-income ratio for first-time buyers, with a new mortgage range.

Evening Standard · Dec 5, 2024

Average tracker mortgage payments will fall by nearly £30

The reduction follows the 0.25% cut to the Bank of England base rate.

Evening Standard · Nov 7, 2024

First-time buyers can borrow six times income under major lender’s shake-up

Nationwide Building Society is also cutting rates and increasing the maximum amount that people can potentially borrow from Tuesday.

The Independent UK · Sep 23, 2024

Annual house price growth slows but rents climb at near-record rate, says ONS

Growth in house prices slowed to 2.2% in the 12 months to July, from 2.7% annually in June, according to the Office for National Statistics.

The Independent UK · Sep 18, 2024

The 40-year mortgage – solution to rising property values or too high a price to pay?

Deals that last four decades can help some get on the property ladder, but the overall cost may be a shock

The Guardian - UK · Sep 16, 2024

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The Guardian - UK · Aug 21, 2024

How to get the best interest rate deal on a UK mortgage

With thousands of mortgages out there and uncertainty over the future, doing research is vital

The Independent UK · Jul 17, 2024

House prices up year-on-year for third month in a row in May

May’s annual increase in UK house prices followed eight months of falls.

The Independent UK · Jun 19, 2024

Average UK house price increased by 1.1% annually in April

The house price figures were released as data showed that Consumer Prices Index (CPI) inflation slowed to 2% in May.

The Independent UK · Jan 3, 2024

Mortgage rate cuts ‘will take some of sting out of rise’ for people refixing

HSBC UK is among lenders making cuts to its fixed rates and an expert has suggested others could follow suit.

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Evening Standard · Nov 1, 2023

UK house prices up almost 1% since last month but mortgage approvals plunge

Just 43,300 mortgages were approved in September, 30 per cent less than the monthly average in 2019

Ideal Home · Jun 19, 2023

Is a 40-year mortgage a good idea? Our money expert explains

A 40-year mortgage could be the key to lower monthly repayments, but is it an option worth considering?

The Guardian - UK · Apr 22, 2023

Marathon mortgages of up to 40 years on rise among UK first-time buyers

More opt for longer loan deals and lower monthly payments as rents soar in cost of living crisis

Evening Standard · Sep 27, 2022

Hundreds of mortgage deals vanish from market amid fallout from mini-budget

Some 365 fewer mortgage deals were counted by Moneyfacts.co.uk on Tuesday than were available on Friday - about one 10th of the total

The Independent UK · Sep 27, 2022

Lending giants hiking mortgage rates and withdrawing products

Swap rates, which mortgage pricing is based on, have increased in response to economic conditions.

The Independent UK · Sep 22, 2022

Homeowners ‘could save thousands of pounds’ by switching mortgage

With further rate rises expected, switching could save some people thousands of pounds over a relatively short period of time, according to research

Wales Online · Sep 20, 2022

Simple mortgage trick could save you £3,500 in two years

Advice will help you decide whether to make the switch and identify the best overall fit for you

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