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2 ways you could lose out if you take a mortgage deal with your existing lender
If your mortgage deal is coming to an end, speak to us before you commit to a new deal. We can search the market for you and compare the products your existing lender has offered to help...
Could an interest-only mortgage help you to afford your monthly repayments?
If you’re looking for a way to bring down the cost of your home loan, an “interest-only” mortgage could be a practical choice. With many lenders now offering interest-only mortgages...
5 practical ways to keep your mortgage payments low
The average price of two- and five-year fixed-rate mortgages in the UK reached its highest level for seven months. If you’re worried about rising mortgage costs, here are five practical ways...
Why have mortgage rates risen so much recently?
So, why have interest rates risen so sharply and so high? What does it mean for you? And when are they likely to fall again? Read on for answers to these questions and more...
Cost of the average mortgage rose 61% in 2022 – here are 3 valuable tips
Read to discover just how sharply rates have risen, and for some useful tips if you are expecting a hike in your mortgage repayments in the next few months.
5 useful tips to improve your credit rating if you need a new mortgage
When you apply for a mortgage, one of the first steps a lender will take is to check your credit file. They will then use this information as part of their underwriting process to decide whether to offer you a mortgage...
5 practical tips to be proactive if you need a new mortgage in 2023
If you’ve had your current mortgage for more than a year or so – or you’re new to the mortgage market – you’re likely to find that things have changed significantly in recent months...
What will happen to house prices in 2023?
Last year, you read the forecasts for house prices in 2022, with most experts correctly suggesting modest growth over the 12-month period. However, against the backdrop of rising interest...
Should you choose a fixed or tracker mortgage rate? Here are the pros and cons
Fixed-rate deals might provide you with certainty, but could a tracker deal help you to keep your costs down during the cost of living crisis?
Could a 50-year mortgage help you to buy a home?
Could a 50-year mortgage that passes through the generations help more first-time buyers onto the property ladder? Read on to find out how the scheme could work...