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Mortgage rates increased as Iran war hits borrowers

Nationwide and HSBC have both announced changes

The Independent UK

Some mortgage rates set to be raised in coming days as lenders make changes

The cycle of lenders adjusting rates ‘almost invariably results in others following suit’, a mortgage expert said.

Evening Standard

UK homeowners dealt fresh blow as mortgage rates set to increase

First-time buyers, home movers, re-mortgagers, and buy-to-let landlords will be affected

The Independent UK

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UK lenders ‘pause plans to cut mortgage rates’ amid economic uncertainty due to Iran war

Swap rates, used by lenders to price mortgages, have been rising sharply

The Independent UK

Some mortgage lenders ‘pause rate cut plans’ amid economic uncertainty

Swap rates, which are used by lenders to price mortgages, have been rising sharply, Moneyfacts said.

Evening Standard

‘Strong rebound’ for UK housing market with 6% more homes for sale than a year ago

Zoopla says it is on target for highest number of new listings on its site in any February in a decade

The Guardian - UK

Choice of savings deals at record high but average rates falling, says website

It is vital that savers do not give in to apathy in the fading rate environment, Moneyfacts said.

Evening Standard

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First-time buyers enjoy biggest choice of low-deposit mortgages in UK since 2008

More than 500 deals now offer 95% loans as banks and building societies loosen their borrowing rules

The Guardian - UK

Cost of UK pet insurance falls despite higher vet fees and inflation

Competition is driving down prices, albeit slowly, with the median lifetime cover put at £247 for dogs and £180 for cats a year

The Guardian - UK

‘Slaughter’ of savings rates will sadden hard-pressed households, expert warns

The Bank of England base rate was held on Thursday but Moneyfactscompare.co.uk said 70% of savings providers have already cut rates in 2026.

The Independent UK

Getting ready to remortgage? Here’s how to get the best rates

With 1.8m fixed-rate deals due to end this year, now’s the time to dig out the details and look at what’s on offer

The Guardian - UK

UK credit cards: six ways to help you pick the best deals

From understanding jargon such as APRs and 0% transfer offers, to getting perks such as air miles or cashback

The Guardian - UK

1.8 Million UK Mortgages Expiring in 2026: Why Homeowners Who Locked in Pandemic Rates Could Pay £5,000+ More This Year

With 1.8 million UK fixed-rate mortgages expiring in 2026, pandemic-era borrowers face payment shock while those on SVRs could save £5,000+ by switching. Here's what it means for your finances.

International Business Times UK

Experts predict UK mortgage market ‘boom’ in 2026

Options for first-time buyers are reaching record highs, new data shows

The Independent UK

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The Independent UK

What interest rates and inflation will mean for your money and mortgage in 2026

Rates were cut by the Bank of England to 3.75 per cent before Christmas - the lowest level in almost three years

The Guardian - UK

What the UK interest rate cut means for you, from mortgage deals to savings rates

Fourth cut this year is good news for homebuyers and those due to remortgage, but returns on easy-access savings accounts could drop

Evening Standard

Choice of low deposit mortgages ‘highest since 2008’ while fixed rates continue to fall

Mortgage rates have also been falling, according to Moneyfacts

The Independent UK

Choice of low deposit mortgages ‘highest since 2008’

Mortgage rates have also been falling, according to Moneyfacts.

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Evening Standard

Some ‘good news’ for mortgage borrowers despite base rate left on hold

Several lenders have been cutting their mortgage rates in recent days.

The Independent UK

Some ‘good news’ for mortgage borrowers despite base rate being maintained

Several mortgage lenders have launched new rates this week

The Independent UK

Average mortgage rates have fallen back below 5% in November, says website

The decrease to less than 5%, after average mortgage rates sat above this level in October, is a ‘notable milestone’, Moneyfactscompare.co.uk said.

Evening Standard

Average mortgage rates fall below five per cent in November

Average mortgage rates have decreased to 4.99 per cent in November

Evening Standard

Some average mortgage rates ‘jump month-on-month for first time since February’

With sticky inflation, ‘any imminent base rate cuts by the Bank of England seem unlikely’, Moneyfacts said.

The Independent UK

Fresh fears for homeowners and buyers as mortgage rates creep back up

Average two and five-year fixed mortgage rates have risen for the first time in months

Evening Standard

Worry for homeowners as average mortgage rates rise for first time since February

Higher than expected inflation has dashed hopes of a series of interest rate cuts from the Bank of England

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