Articles tagged "SVRs"

Skipton announces shock SVR hike

Last updated: Feb 24th, 2010
News
Thousands of homeowners could see their mortgage repayments jump by more than £2,000 a year after Skipton Building Society confirmed it will hike the cost of its standard variable rate.

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Reduce your mortgage debt

Last updated: Aug 14th, 2009
News
Follow our guide to reducing your mortgage debt during the downturn.

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Make the most of falling costs

Last updated: Aug 23rd, 2011
Feature
Many households have seen their disposable income increase over the past year, thanks to low interest rates and cheaper household bills. But don't look a gift horse in the mouth - make sure you use these savings wisely, says Rebecca Atkinson.

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Could HSBC match your mortgage rate?

Last updated: Jun 5th, 2009
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HSBC is offering to match your existing mortgage rate to as low as 2.49%. But what's the catch?

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Should you fix your mortgage?

Last updated: Jun 4th, 2009
News
The Bank of England's base rate is unlikely to fall any further - so should you stick to a tracker mortgage or grab a fixed-rate now?

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Don't get stuck in the SVR trap

Last updated: Mar 5th, 2009
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Mortgage borrowers taking advantage of low rates on their lenders’ standard variable deals have been warned they could end up paying more for their loans down the road.

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Should banks be forced to pass on interest rate cuts to borrowers?

Lenders claw back profit on mortgages

Last updated: Nov 17th, 2008
News by Liam Tarry
Rates on tracker mortgages have jumped despite a 2% fall in the Bank of England base rate since October.

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Take control of your finances

Last updated: Nov 10th, 2008
Feature by Sarah Coles
Putting off those nagging financial chores can be a costly mistake. As money worries mount, Sarah Coles reveals how a financial review can save you money now and in the future.

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Banks shamed into cutting rates

Last updated: Nov 7th, 2008
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Critical media attention and government intervention has led to several big mortgage lenders cutting their standard variable rates in-line with the 1.5% Bank of England base rate cut.

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