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Mortgage deals becoming more accessible in good news for first-time buyers

In the early months of 2025, lenders are racing to give the best deals to first-time buyers as the sales market gets off to a strong start. Latest data from Zoopla shows the year has kicked off with higher demand that in 2023 or 2024, as property value growth also…

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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

The Independent UK

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.

Evening Standard

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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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Santander UK is to offer sub 4% mortgage rates from Thursday

The new deals at 3.99% are part of a wider shake-up by the bank of its mortgage rates.

Evening Standard

Bank starts ‘full-scale mortgage price war’ with new offer

Deals are available to both buyers and those remortgaging

The Independent UK

Loyalty to account providers does not pay, savers warned following base rate cut

The Bank of England base rate cut has sparked calls for savers to shop around.

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Confused about savings? This is the ideal time to take an interest

While Rachel Reeves may be facing financial headaches, the turmoil is bringing serious good news for savers

The Guardian - UK

Rate gap between two and five-year fixed mortgages narrowest since 2023

Borrowers who preferred to lock into shorter-term mortgages ‘may be pleased’ to see the gap drop to its lowest margin in two years, Moneyfacts said.

Evening Standard

How much should I put in an ISA? The basics you need to know

These are the types of ISA you should know about, plus tips to make the most of your allowance

The Independent UK

Choice of cash savings deals reached highest level on website’s records

Moneyfacts counted 2,117 savings deals in December, marking the highest number on its records, which started in 2007.

Evening Standard

Jump in average fixed mortgage rates recorded in December, says Moneyfacts

Lenders would need to grapple with future uncertainty surrounding interest-rate pricing while aiming to hit any year-end targets, the firm said.

The Independent UK

Mortgages: Jump in average fixed-rate mortgages recorded in December

Lenders will need to grapple with future uncertainty surrounding interest-rate pricing while aiming to hit any year-end targets

Evening Standard

Millions of overdraft users ‘could benefit from new zero-interest buffer’

The buffer, for borrowing of up to £50, will be launched from Wednesday, Nationwide Building Society said.

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Average tracker mortgage payments will fall by nearly £30

The reduction follows the 0.25% cut to the Bank of England base rate.

The Independent UK

Average fixed savings rates on offer fall to lowest levels for more than a year

Providers will ‘no doubt’ be assessing their market positions over the weeks ahead, financial information website Moneyfacts said.

The Independent UK

Could you get a cash windfall in time for Christmas by switching your account provider?

A cash-to-switch current account offer could give your bank balance a boost just in time for Christmas, but there are some things to consider first.

The Independent UK

Competition to attract current account customers grows with £150 switching offer

The Co-operative Bank launched a new ‘switch and stay’ offer on Friday, made up of an initial £75 plus £25 per month for three months afterwards.

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The Independent UK

Nationwide launches new £175 switch offer for new customers

The announcement was made as the society launched a new interest-free buffer for overdrafts

The Independent UK

‘Unsettling’ time for some households as base rate left on pause

Some homeowners will still face a jump in their repayments when they come to remortgage, while savers may need to grab the top rates while they can.

The Independent UK

Longer-term fixed savings rates dipped below 4% in September, says Moneyfacts

Savers should consider checking that their accounts are still paying a competitive return, Moneyfacts suggested.

The Independent UK

Major banks cut mortgage rates as lenders ‘spring into action’

The Bank of England base rate was recently cut by 0.25 percentage points, to 5%

The Independent UK

How to find the best student bank account for you

A finance expert explains how to help navigate the maze of student accounts on offer.

The Independent UK

Even more sub-4% mortgage deals are now on the market

More mortgage rate cuts could be on the horizon

The Independent UK

Britain’s biggest building society reintroduces sub-4% fixed mortgage rates

Comes amid expectations that the Bank of England base rate will start to be cut soon

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