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‘Disappointment’ for home buyers and ‘frustration’ for savers as base rate held

Some mortgage rates have been creeping up in recent weeks, while savings rates have been falling, finance experts said.

Evening Standard

Choice of inflation-beating savings accounts ‘lower than a year ago’

Moneyfactscompare.co.uk said it is essential for savers to shop around to avoid losing money in real terms.

Evening Standard

UK lender offers 98% mortgage to first-time buyers – but bars bank of mum and dad

Newcastle building society aims for those with smaller deposits and no help hoping to get on to housing ladder

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Record high choice of cash savings accounts in September – Moneyfacts

Despite the Bank of England base rate having recently been reduced, only 26% of savings accounts on the market can beat it, Moneyfacts said.

Evening Standard

Low-deposit mortgage choice ‘hits 17-year high’

Moneyfacts said the combined number of 5% and 10% deposit deals in September was at its highest on record since 2008.

The Independent UK

Average five-year mortgage falls below 5% for first time since May 2023

Financial information website Moneyfacts said the average five-year fixed homeowner mortgage rate on Thursday was 4.99%.

Evening Standard

Average two-year mortgage rate dips below 5% for first time since mini-budget

Moneyfactscompare.co.uk, which released the figures, described the dip on Wednesday as a ‘symbolic turning point’.

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Boost for homeowners as average UK mortgage rate hits ‘turning point’

Mortgage rates hit a peak of 6.65 per cent following a disastrous mini-budget in 2022

The Independent UK

Bank of England Cuts Interest Rates to 4% — Is This the Calm Before the Storm?

The Bank of England has cut interest rates to 4% for the first time since 2023, signalling relief for borrowers but uncertainty ahead amid persistent inflation and slow growth.

International Business Times UK

UK interest rate cut: what does it mean for mortgages and savings?

Base rate reduction to 4% will hit some savers, but people with tracker home loans will see immediate benefit

The Guardian - UK

Voices: If interest rates fall, could the 3 per cent mortgage make a comeback?

COMMENT : The governor of the Bank of England has hinted at a cut in rates thanks to the government’s decision to tax jobs. James Moore shares the welcome news that mortgages will get cheaper – but adds a note of caution

The Independent UK

Credit card purchase costs ‘jump to highest level in nearly 20 years’

Despite rising costs, borrowers may be encouraged that providers have expanded their 0% purchase and balance transfer deals, Moneyfacts said.

Evening Standard

Savings product choice ‘at record levels but some rates at a two-year low’

Moneyfacts’ savings figures were released ahead of the next Bank of England base rate decision this week.

Evening Standard

Five common banking mistakes – and how to avoid making them

If you are sticking loyally with a bank, using an overdraft or failing to read the small print, you may well be losing out

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Sort your life out in 30-minute chunks: how to make the most of a Power Half Hour

Edit your wardrobe, do a beauty blitz, organise your savings … Experts share tips on the tasks best tackled in small bites

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UK savers urged to ‘act now’ before interest rates start falling

Experts say there are competitive products available despite expected Bank of England rate cut

The Independent UK

Mortgage rates estimates: How much will my repayments go up or down in 2025?

Interest rates remain in flux in the UK but are likely to change this year - here’s how it might affect your pocket

The Guardian - UK

HSBC and Co-op Bank cut mortgage rates as Halifax and Lloyds ease rules

Lenders stepping up mortgage price war in apparent response to financial turmoil sparked by US tariffs

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UK mortgages: warning over big fees as homebuying season arrives

The sums lenders charge to secure the best rates have risen in the past five years – and can make a loan much more expensive

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Isas: six steps to take before the April allowance deadline

From shopping around to filling up an existing pot, follow these tips on a tax-efficient way to save or invest money

The Guardian - UK

Cash Isa providers fail to offer savers benefits of more flexible rules

While they offer attractive interest rates, many providers won’t let savers open a second Isa account in the same tax year

Evening Standard

Choice of buy-to-let mortgage deals reaches highest point on website’s records

Some average rates have crept up month-on-month, Moneyfactscompare.co.uk said.

The Independent UK

NS&I announces changes to Premium Bond prizes

It comes as the choice of cash savings products has reached the highest on its records going back to 2007

Evening Standard

Fewer big money Premium Bonds prizes available from April draw

The total value of the prize pot will reduce from April, but the odds of winning will remain the same, at 22,000 to one.

The Guardian - UK

UK savers urged to ‘act now’ and shake off their Isa apathy

With the savings ‘season’ starting early, there are many advantageous deals out there. But for how long?

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