Mortgages
The latest news, updates and opinions on Mortgages from the expert team here at MoneyWeek
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What’s happening with UK house prices? Latest property market moves and forecasts
House prices dropped at the fastest monthly rate in almost four years in April thanks to tax changes, but property analysts claim the market looks resilient overall
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Time to remortgage? Everything you need to know to get the best deal
A mortgage is likely to be your biggest monthly expense, which makes securing the best rate and terms crucial when it’s time to remortgage
By Samantha Partington Last updated
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Should you overpay your mortgage?
If you have spare cash left over at the end of the month, should you overpay your mortgage, or would savings or your pension be a better home for your money?
By Holly Thomas Last updated
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Is a mortgage in retirement always a bad idea?
A mystery shopper exercise shows high street lenders are “shunning” retirees looking to take out a mortgage. Are they right to do so?
By Katie Williams Published
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Is now a good time to buy a house?
With mortgage rates falling, now could be a good time to buy a house
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Should you fix your mortgage or opt for a variable rate?
With speculation rife the Bank of England is set to continue cutting rates in May and throughout 2025, homeowners remortgaging this year must choose between the stability of a fixed mortgage or the chance to benefit from future rate cuts on a variable rate deal.
By Samantha Partington Last updated
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Trump trade tariffs: UK mortgage rates fall in 'silver lining' for borrowers
Stock markets have been rattled by Trump's trade tariffs but benefits are emerging for mortgage customers
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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Should you overpay your mortgage or invest?
Homeowners in the fortunate position of having spare cash may be weighing up if they should use it to reduce their mortgage debt or invest it. We explain which one might work best for you
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Mortgage overpayment calculator: can you pay off your home loan early?
Our mortgage overpayment calculator can help you to see how much overpayments can reduce your mortgage balance.
By Holly Thomas Last updated