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Is a cheaper mortgage rate worth a £999 fee? How to calculate the best deal for your home

There’s more to consider than how much the fee is - including how much of your loan you pay off and if the fee is paid up front

The Independent UK · Sep 25

Mortgage ‘pain’ not easing for borrowers as average fixed rates climb

Moneyfacts said the choice of homeowner mortgage products has also reduced.

Evening Standard · Sep 15

UK homeowners face fresh blow as mortgage rates expected to rise further

A finance expert pointed to inflationary concerns stemming from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East

The Independent UK · Sep 7

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Fixed mortgage rates jump with ‘more moves expected in coming days’

Volatility in the swap rate market is prompting lenders to adjust their rates, Moneyfactscompare.co.uk said.

Evening Standard · Sep 7

A £500 gift or a free toothbrush: is it worth switching bank accounts?

As the battle for current account customers takes a new twist we look at how tempting the offers really are

The Guardian - UK · Sep 5

Barclays will give some borrowers remortgage offer within 24 hours under scheme

Borrowers will need to meet eligibility criteria for the bank’s ‘fast-track’ remortgage initiative.

Evening Standard · Sep 2

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 · Aug 11

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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 · Aug 10

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

The Guardian - UK · Jul 25

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 · Jul 24

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 · Jul 13

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 · Jun 29

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

Evening Standard · Jun 8

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 · May 14

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The Independent UK · May 13

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 Guardian - UK · May 11

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

Evening Standard · Apr 27

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 · Apr 23

‘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.

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Evening Standard · Apr 13

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 · Apr 9

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 · Mar 30

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 · Mar 24

Pensioners looking for retirement annuity ‘could see rates boosted’

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

Evening Standard · Mar 24

‘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.

The Independent UK · Mar 24

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

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

The Independent UK · Mar 17

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

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