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Category Archives: Mortgage Industry
Mortgage rates fall to record lows – but you need to act fast
As the so-called “mortgage wars” rage on, you may be wondering how you can make the most of the competitive mortgage deals currently on offer. Interest rates have continued to drop during 2021, as lenders have attempted to compete and … Continue reading
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What is mortgage protection and do I need it?
Have you ever thought about what would happen to your mortgage if you died unexpectedly? Without your income, there’s a risk your loved ones would struggle to make repayments or, worse, be forced to sell their home.
Should I overpay on my mortgage? Here’s what you need to know
If you’ve got extra cash to spare, you might be considering making overpayments on your mortgage. Overpaying could reduce your monthly repayments, shorten your mortgage term, and save you money in interest. However, it isn’t necessarily the right decision for … Continue reading
5 questions to ask yourself if you’re unmarried and buying a house
Like an increasing number of couples in the UK, you and your partner might be considering buying your first home without getting married. This could be because you want to get a foot onto the property ladder as quickly as … Continue reading
Your complete guide to mortgages
At some point in our lives, most of us will need to take out a mortgage if we aspire to own a home. Yet, mortgages and the process of securing one can still be filled with jargon and other complexities. … Continue reading
Why are lenders putting up rates and what does it mean for you?
Several mortgage lenders have increased interest rates over the past month, marking another blow for cash-strapped UK households. Halifax, NatWest and Nationwide are just some of the major lenders whose fixed-rate deals are more expensive than they were a few … Continue reading
Mortgage payment holidays are ending – here’s everything you need to know
The coronavirus pandemic has impacted the finances of millions of households across the UK. With many sectors hit hard, the furlough scheme has supported jobs while the government made a range of grants and loans available to aid businesses through … Continue reading
Help to Buy – The facts
Here are the facts about Help to Buy written in plain English to help you understand whether either of these finance schemes are right for you. Who is Help to Buy aimed at? Help to buy is aimed at those … Continue reading
Buy to Let with CCJ or Defaults – Good news
Good news for Landlords under the cosh. Precise mortgages have revamped their Buy to Let (BtL) range with a couple of exciting changes. On prime loans the loan to value is now up to 80% and that makes the number … Continue reading
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Mortgage rates reach record low
In recent months, some of the best mortgage rates I’ve ever seen have come onto the market. There’s no doubt that the Funding for Lending Scheme, the joint initiative of the Government and Bank of England to get lenders lending … Continue reading →