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Mortgage help woe: Homeowners who lose job may face initial lack of support with mortgage payments
Homeowners who struggle with their mortgage payments due to losing their job may have to build up significant arrears before they get government help. We explain why
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UK house prices: will house prices crash due to mortgage rate hikes?
What’s really going on with UK house prices? We explain the latest house price trends, mortgage deals and if now is a good time to buy or sell a home
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Mortgage chaos: rates RISE after lenders pull hundreds of deals
After suspending hundreds of mortgage products, lenders are now increasing the cost of deals, with a typical two-year fix now at almost 6%. We explain which deals, how it could affect you - and what you can do
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What will the Bank of England interest rate rise mean for your mortgage rate and payments?
Interest rates have been hiked from 1.75% to 2.25%. We look at the impact it could have on your mortgage
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Wales sees strongest house growth - adding £31,000 to the average house price
Wales has seen the strongest annual growth in the whole of the UK. Meanwhile Scotland has seen the weakest annual growth - yet the average property price still tips £200,000
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Mortgage affordability test scrapped
The ‘stress test’ that requires potential homebuyers to show they could cope with mortgage payments if interest rates rose by up to 3% has been scrapped. We explain how it may help some potential homebuyers
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House prices go up: is it a good time to buy a new home?
House prices are at a record high, but experts are warning of a slowdown in the property market. Read our guide on what to do if you're thinking of buying a house now
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Is a 50-year mortgage a good idea?
Ultra-long mortgages are seen as a possible solution to the housing crisis. New specialist lender Perenna is set to offer decades-long fixed-rate deals
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Remortgage deals September 2022
As interest rates go up, we’ve found the latest remortgage deals and highlight why it’s worth switching
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Boris Johnson announces plans to boost home ownership among benefit claimants and first-time buyers
The prime minister is aiming to turn more of ‘Generation Rent’ into ‘Generation Buy’ - here’s what you need to know
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House price rises in rural areas outperform urban locations
Rural detached properties have seen the strongest price growth over the past five years, while urban flats have seen the weakest, according to Nationwide Building Society
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Should you switch to a fixed-rate mortgage?
OPINION: ‘Cheap’ mortgage deals may not be around for much longer as interest rates rise. The Money Edit’s Kalpana Fitzpatrick looks at whether 2022 is the year to fix your mortgage.
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Typical two-year fixed rate mortgage exceeds 3% for first time in over seven years
The run of rate increases from the Bank of England since December is creating a remortgage boom, with the average two-year fixed deal rising above 3% for the first time in over seven years
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House prices hit a new record high
House prices up by £3,000 according to Halifax’s latest house price index
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How to get a 95% mortgage
Looking to get on the property ladder and only have a small deposit? We explain how you can get a 95% mortgage deal
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Average house prices soar by £33,000 over past year
UK house price growth hits a 17-year high, according to Nationwide
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Equity release mortgage: is it the right option for you?
What is an equity release mortgage and how does it work? We explain all you need to know
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Am I too old for a mortgage?
If you need to borrow money to buy your dream house, then you may feel like time is against you – here’s everything you need to know
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Mortgages for over 50s: a complete guide to choosing the best options
We explain everything that you need to know to get the best deal on mortgages for over 50s
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Raising money for an extension project: where to start
We explain the different ways you might want to finance your home extension project
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Most common landlord mistakes to avoid with a buy to let
Find out how to reduce the risk with our guide to the seven biggest landlord mistakes and how to avoid them
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Is now a good time to invest in buy to let?
A quick look at house price growth and rental yields makes property investment a tempting proposition
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Can you pay a mortgage with your pension?
Using your pension to pay off your mortgage may seem like a good idea, but it requires careful thought before proceeding
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