SVRs

Skipton announces shock SVR hike

Update: Wed, 24/02/2010 - 10:55

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. Read more

Reduce your mortgage debt

Update: Fri, 14/08/2009 - 11:19

Follow our guide to reducing your mortgage debt during the downturn. Read more

Make the most of falling costs

By Rebecca Atkinson Update: Tue, 23/06/2009 - 11:54

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. Read more

Could HSBC match your mortgage rate?

Update: Fri, 05/06/2009 - 09:08

HSBC is offering to match your existing mortgage rate to as low as 2.49%. But what's the catch? Read more

Don't get stuck in the SVR trap

Update: Thu, 05/03/2009 - 12:01

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. Read more

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Lenders claw back profit on mortgages

Update: Mon, 17/11/2008 - 14:18

Rates on tracker mortgages have jumped despite a 2% fall in the Bank of England base rate since October. Read more

Take control of your finances

By Sarah Coles Mon, 10/11/2008 - 12:52

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. Read more

Banks shamed into cutting rates

Update: Fri, 07/11/2008 - 17:46

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. Read more

What does the interest rate cut mean for you?

By Rebecca Atkinson Update: Thu, 05/02/2009 - 13:15

The Bank of England base rate now stands at 1%, its lowest level for over 300 years. But how will lower rates impact your finances? Read more

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