Check with all the agencies before applying, as one blip could mean signing up to higher ratesMortgage rates are at record lows, with Halifax this week launching a fixed-rate deal priced at 0.83% – but these ultra-low rates are typically only available to those with an unblemished credit record.Negative information on your credit file relating to something a few years ago may not necessarily stop you from getting a mortgage but it may end up costing you thousands of pounds a year extra if it means you are forced to sign up to a higher interest rate. Continue reading…
Source : theguardian.com
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