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What is an offset mortgage?

Offset mortgages allow you to use your savings to lower the amount you need to borrow. Find out how they work and if they’re worth considering.

Offset mortgages allow you to use your savings to lower the amount you need to borrow. Find out how they work and if they’re worth considering.

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Guide to Shari’ah Banking

Shari’ah banking is a specialist form of banking that complies with the rules of Islam. Discover how Shari’ah banking works and what makes it different in our guide.

Shari’ah banking is a specialist form of banking that complies with the rules of Islam. Discover how Shari’ah banking works and what makes it different in our guide.

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Should I switch mortgage lenders?

Is it a good idea to switch mortgage lenders? Our guide takes you through the basics and the potential benefits of making a change.

Is it a good idea to switch mortgage lenders? Our guide takes you through the basics and the potential benefits of making a change.

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Do you need life insurance for a mortgage?

Life insurance isn’t compulsory to get a mortgage, but it is likely to be worth getting for most people. Find out why life insurance can be useful when buying a house.

Life insurance isn’t compulsory to get a mortgage, but it is likely to be worth getting for most people.

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