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Should I grow my savings or clear my credit card debt first?

It’s vital to know how much your debt is costing you monthly - then work out the best way to pay that down

The Independent UK

Mortgage rate hikes in July ‘wiped out improvements seen in previous month’

At 5.59%, the average new mortgage rate at the start of August was back to where it was at the start of June, after a fall in July, Moneyfacts said.

Evening Standard

UK savings deals: the heat is on as banks offer up to 8%

Don’t delay in taking advantage of the competition that is pushing up interest rates and increasing choice, experts say

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Five experts predict what happens next with UK mortgage rates - and what you should do now

Swap rates have lifted again this month after heading down during the Iran war ceasefire

The Independent UK

Mortgage rates fall at fastest pace in almost two years – but experts have one warning

The ceasefire in the Middle East pushed rates to drop – but the reverse could happen if hostilities ramp up

The Independent UK

Nationwide makes third cut to mortgage deals – with more lenders tipped to follow

Act now if you are due for a renewal - most lenders let you change to a better deal later

The Independent UK

Hundreds more mortgage deals available in June than in early May – Moneyfacts

The ‘churn’ of mortgage products remaining on the market before being withdrawn has been calming down, Moneyfacts said

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Boost for Premium Bonds holders as odds of winning set to improve

Premium Bonds provider NS&I has also increased some savings rates

Evening Standard

The crucial inflation error costing Brits hundreds of pounds in their savings

For savings to grow in real terms it’s vital to earn more in interest than the rate of inflation

The Independent UK

UK savings: six traps to avoid when you’re finding a new deal

When fixed-rate accounts hit the end of their term, there are pitfalls to avoid when finding a new home for your cash

The Guardian - UK

Competition heats up in Isa market with new deal offering 4.55% interest

The 18-month fixed-rate cash Isa from Skipton Building Society is available to both new and existing customers.

Evening Standard

‘Positive signal’ as more mortgage lenders join this week’s rate cuts flurry

Nationwide Building Society, Halifax Intermediaries and Santander will make mortgage rates reductions from Friday.

Evening Standard

Average shelf life of a mortgage ‘falls to record low of just eight days’

Mortgage product availability has shrunk by around 17% in just one month, Moneyfacts said.

Evening Standard

Average fixed mortgage rates edge down but ‘too soon’ to signal a turning point

Lenders may slow down the pace of interest rate changes over the next couple of weeks, Moneyfactscompare.co.uk suggested.

Evening Standard

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Evening Standard

Landlords and tenants ‘face rising costs from mortgage mayhem’

The overall buy-to-let product choice has fallen by about 1,300 deals since the start of March.

Evening Standard

Pensioners looking for retirement annuity ‘could see rates boosted’

Moneyfactscompare.co.uk said that rising gilt yields could push annuity rates up.

The Independent UK

Financial experts warn first-time buyers face ‘mortgage mayhem’

Hundreds of mortgage dealS with low deposits have disappeared in recent weeks

Evening Standard

‘Mortgage mayhem’ could mean shock for first-time buyers, website warns

Moneyfactscompare.co.uk said more than 200 mortgage deals for borrowers with low deposits have disappeared in recent weeks.

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The Independent UK

Availability of sub-4% mortgages nosedives as ‘Trumpflation’ hits borrowers

The Bank of England is due to make its next base rate announcement on Thursday

Evening Standard

Choice of sub-4% mortgages nosedives as ‘Trumpflation’ hits borrowers

Across the mortgage market generally, Moneyfacts counted 689 fewer products on the market on Tuesday morning, compared with March 9.

The Independent UK

UK mortgage shelf life dips amid market uncertainty

Mortgages have not disappeared in recent weeks as fast as they did in the aftermath of the mini-budget

Evening Standard

Average 'shelf life' of a mortgage is just two weeks — the shortest period seen in more than two years

There has been a shift in swap rates, which are used to price mortgages

Evening Standard

Typical rate to borrow on credit cards has reached 20-year high, says website

Reviewing card statements regularly is vital for borrowers who need to stay on top of debts, Moneyfactscompare.co.uk said.

The Independent UK

Warning as typical credit card borrowing rate reaches 20-year high

Average APR for credit card purchases hit 35.8 per cent in February

The Independent UK

‘Slaughter’ of savings rates will sadden hard-pressed households, expert warns

The Bank of England base rate was held on Thursday but Moneyfactscompare.co.uk said 70% of savings providers have already cut rates in 2026.

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