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Best Fixed Rate Mortgages

Guaranteeing that your Mortgage repayments stay the same over a fixed period of time, Fixed Rate Mortgages can offer several years of repayment security depending on the length of the term chosen.

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  • first direct Fixed
    Rate
    3.79%
    3.79% Fixed for 5 years
    reverting to 6.99%
    APRC
    5.8%
    Max LTV
    60%
    Product Fees
    £490.00
    Initial Payment
    £1,290.78
    Total Over
    Check Eligibility
  • Nationwide BS Fixed
    Rate
    3.79%
    3.79% Fixed for 5 years
    reverting to 7.74%
    APRC
    6.2%
    Max LTV
    60%
    Product Fees
    £999.00
    Initial Payment
    £1,290.78
    Total Over
    Go To Provider's Site
  • Nationwide BS Fixed
    Rate
    3.89%
    3.89% Fixed for 5 years
    reverting to 7.74%
    APRC
    6.3%
    Max LTV
    60%
    Product Fees
    £0.00
    Initial Payment
    £1,304.46
    Total Over
    Go To Provider's Site
  • Nationwide BS Fixed
    Rate
    3.94%
    3.94% Fixed for 2 years
    reverting to 7.74%
    APRC
    7.2%
    Max LTV
    60%
    Product Fees
    £999.00
    Initial Payment
    £1,311.32
    Total Over
    Go To Provider's Site
  • first direct Fixed
    Rate
    3.95%
    3.95% Fixed for 5 years
    reverting to 6.99%
    APRC
    5.9%
    Max LTV
    75%
    Product Fees
    £490.00
    Initial Payment
    £1,312.70
    Total Over
    Check Eligibility
  • first direct Fixed
    Rate
    3.99%
    3.99% Fixed for 5 years
    reverting to 6.99%
    APRC
    5.9%
    Max LTV
    60%
    Product Fees
    £0.00
    Initial Payment
    £1,318.21
    Total Over
    Check Eligibility
  • Nationwide BS Fixed
    Rate
    3.99%
    3.99% Fixed for 3 years
    reverting to 7.74%
    APRC
    6.9%
    Max LTV
    60%
    Product Fees
    £999.00
    Initial Payment
    £1,318.21
    Total Over
    Go To Provider's Site
  • first direct Fixed
    Rate
    4.09%
    4.09% Fixed for 5 years
    reverting to 6.99%
    APRC
    5.9%
    Max LTV
    75%
    Product Fees
    £0.00
    Initial Payment
    £1,332.05
    Total Over
    Check Eligibility
  • first direct Fixed
    Rate
    4.14%
    4.14% Fixed for 3 years
    reverting to 6.99%
    APRC
    6.4%
    Max LTV
    60%
    Product Fees
    £490.00
    Initial Payment
    £1,338.99
    Total Over
    Check Eligibility
  • first direct Fixed
    Rate
    4.14%
    4.14% Fixed for 2 years
    reverting to 6.99%
    APRC
    6.6%
    Max LTV
    60%
    Product Fees
    £490.00
    Initial Payment
    £1,338.99
    Total Over
    Check Eligibility
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Fixed rate mortgages explained

A fixed rate mortgage guarantees that your mortgage payments will stay the same over a set period of time until the fixed term ends. Fixed mortgages typically have an initial period that can run from two years to ten years, giving you several years of repayment security.

How long should you fix for?

Pros and cons of a short-term fixed mortgage

  • You can budget effectively, safe in the knowledge that for the agreed fixed term period your mortgage repayments won’t change.
  • You are protected from unexpected interest rate rises during the fixed period.
  • You are not ‘locked in’ to a set interest rate for more than a few years, enabling you to seek a new deal if there is a better offer available.
  • You are likely to have a higher interest rate for a fixed rate compared to a discounted variable rate mortgage.
  • You could incur additional fees each time you need to remortgage, which will likely be more often with a shorter-term fixed mortgage.
  • If interest rates were to fall further, you will not benefit as you may be locked into a higher rate.

Pros and cons of a longer-term fixed mortgage

  • You can budget long-term with mortgage repayments that are unchanging over the fixed term of the deal.
  • If interest rates rise, you will benefit from being locked into a cheaper rate.
  • You still have the option of overpaying to chip away at your mortgage faster if you have the funds.
  • You will be ‘locked in’ with an interest rate for a considerable period of your mortgage. This means that you won’t be able to take advantage of favourable changes in interest rates.
  • Your circumstances are more likely to change over the long term and if you need to repay your mortgage early you may be subject to early repayment fees throughout the fixed term.

How much deposit do I need for a fixed rate mortgage?

The level of deposit that you need for any mortgage deal depends on both the value of the property you are buying and the mortgage deal you opt for. All mortgages have something called a loan-to-value (LTV) level that determines how much of a deposit or equity you need.

For example, mortgages for first-time buyers tend to have an LTV between 90% and 100%. With a 100% LTV deal, you don’t need a deposit at all (but you might well find that you pay a lot more than someone who does), while a 95% or 90% LTV product will mean you need to have a deposit equal to 5% or 10% of the property value.

In this example, let’s assume you are buying a house worth £150,000 with a first-time buyer deal at a LTV of 95%. You’ll need to have a minimum deposit of £7,500 (5% of £150,000) to obtain this deal. Higher values and lower LTVs mean you need a bigger deposit.

People looking to remortgage need to have as much equity in their home as the LTV demands. So for example, if you have a home worth £200,000 and there’s £100,000 left to pay on your mortgage, you have an equity level of 50%, meaning you can choose remortgage products with LTVs as low as 50%.

Should I speak to a mortgage broker?

Mortgage brokers remove a lot of the paperwork and hassle of getting a mortgage, as well as helping you access exclusive products and rates that aren’t available to the public. Mortgage brokers are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and are required to pass specific qualifications before they can give you advice.

 

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Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.

Can I pay off my fixed rate mortgage before it ends?

Fixed rate mortgages typically come with an early repayment charge (ERC). This is usually a percentage of your total outstanding mortgage balance. The percentage decreases each year as you get closer to the term ending. In some cases, you can save money overall by remortgaging early, but only if you can find a rate that still saves you enough in interest after paying your ERC. A mortgage broker can help you to work out if it is worth moving your mortgage early.

 

What is the longest fixed rate mortgage available?

Currently, the longest fixed term mortgage deals in the UK are for 40 years although these are very rare and can be withdrawn at any time. However, you should consider very carefully and even take professional advice before committing to such a long fixed period. A lot can happen in 40 years, and you need to be sure that this is the right option for you.

Can I overpay my fixed rate mortgage?

Most fixed rate mortgages will allow you to make overpayments – typically up to 10% of the outstanding balance per year. If you are in the earlier years of your mortgage, these overpayments can dramatically reduce your overall mortgage term.

 

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Is a fixed rate mortgage a good idea for an investment property?

If you are buying a property to use as a home as well as an investment opportunity, then a fixed rate mortgage is certainly a very popular residential mortgage. That said, you may find that a different type of mortgage, such as a discounted variable or even a tracker may prove just as good or even better.

However, if you are buying a property with the intention of letting it, an ordinary residential mortgage product is not possible, and you’ll have to obtain a buy to let mortgage. Even with this type of mortgage product, there are fixed term mortgages available for you to choose from.

 

Could a bridging loan support your plans?

A bridging loan can be used to purchase a property at auction, continue a purchase if your sale has fallen through, or for funding redevelopment projects. A lender could support your plans with between £50,000 and £25m, depending on your circumstances. Learn more about bridging loans today.

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Mortgage product choice rises as rates fall

14th October 2024

The number of mortgage deals available increased month-on-month as average rates continued to fall. But how could the upcoming Autumn Budget affect mortgages?

The number of mortgage deals available increased month-on-month as average rates continued to fall.

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Mortgage approvals reach highest level in two years

30th September 2024

Mortgage approvals rose to their highest level in two years as house prices also record an increase, according to the latest figures from Nationwide BS.

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First-time buyers can now borrow more with Nationwide BS

24th September 2024

First-time buyers can now borrow up to six times their annual income from Nationwide BS after the lender amended its Helping Hand mortgage products.

First-time buyers can now borrow up to six times their annual income from Nationwide BS.

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20th September 2024

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Temporary first-time buyers’ relief is expected to end on 31 March 2025 and will affect those in Southern England the most.

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‘Welcome news’ for borrowers as average fixed mortgage rates fall for second consecutive month

11th September 2024

The average prices of two- and five-year fixed deals return to levels unseen for over six months.

The average prices of two- and five-year fixed deals return to levels unseen for over six months.

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Renters could end up £2.6 million worse off over their lifetime than homeowners

4th September 2024

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Mortgage borrowing hits two year high of £2.8 billion in July

2nd September 2024

Mortgage borrowing reaches £2.8 billion in July, while net mortgage approvals for house purchases rise month-on-month. Find out more.

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Mortgage rates fall amid market volatility

14th August 2024

Mortgage rates dropped between July and August as lenders reviewed and repriced their product ranges. Find out more about the current state of the mortgage market.

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Following on from base rate cut: How has the mortgage market reacted?

9th August 2024

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Net mortgage lending up 108% in June

30th July 2024

The increase in mortgage borrowing may indicate an ‘uptick in confidence’ as rates continue to ease.

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Mortgage rates at lowest levels since April as Nationwide offers deal under 4%

24th July 2024

Nationwide BS has reduced mortgage rates across its two-, three- and five-year fixed products by up to 0.25 percentage points.

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Average mortgage shelf-life doubles in July

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Choice of mortgage products at highest level since 2008

11th June 2024

The number of mortgage products available rose to a 16-year high of 6,629 in June. At the same time, the average shelf-life of a product almost halved.

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Several lenders withdraw higher loan-to-value mortgages

4th June 2024

A handful of lenders withdrew some of their higher LTV mortgage deals in the last week of May. Find out what this could mean for first-time buyers.

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The number of net mortgage approvals rose in April, reaching its highest level since September 2022. However, the market remains difficult for borrowers.

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The average shelf-life of a mortgage product saw a month-on-month drop from 28 days to 15 days. Meanwhile, average fixed mortgage rates edged upwards.

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5th March 2024

Average mortgage product fees rise to £1,141 while the proportion of deals offering cashback and other incentives drops.

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Two-year fixed mortgage rates see biggest monthly drop since 2022

14th February 2024

The average two-year fixed rates saw their largest monthly fall between January and February. Find out more about how average mortgage rates are changing.

The average fixed mortgage rate fell by 0.37 percentage points between January and February.

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Bank of England holds base rate at 5.25% despite rise in inflation

1st February 2024

This marks the fourth consecutive time the base rate has gone unchanged.

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Mortgage market sees highest product availability in over 15 years

16th November 2023

Alongside falling fixed rates and a longer average shelf-life, increased product availability demonstrates a buoyant period in the mortgage market.

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Buy-to-let fixed rates drop as product choice rises

13th October 2023

Average fixed rates in the buy-to-let market have fallen month-on-month, Moneyfacts’ data reveals. The start of October saw the average rate for a two-year deal drop to 6.40%, down from 6.64% in September. Similarly, the average five-year fixed rate fell to 6.32% from 6.49% during the same months.

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Average five-year mortgage rate drops below 6%

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The average rate for a five-year fixed mortgage fell to 5.99% today – the first time this rate has dropped below 6% since 3 July 2023, according to Moneyfacts’ data.

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Mortgage market shows signs of stabilising as product choice rises

13th September 2023

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Exceeding 5,300 at the start of September, product choice is at its highest level since February 2022.

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Rising mortgage rates: average two-year fixed deal breaches 6%

19th June 2023

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More than 200 mortgages withdrawn over the weekend

5th June 2023

This represents 4% of the total number of mortgages on the market.

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Mortgage choice falls as deals are pulled from sale

30th May 2023

Since last week almost 7% of mortgages have been withdrawn from market.

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The fixed flip: Why have two year fixed mortgage deals become more expensive?

18th May 2023

Swap rates and market sentiment have played a role in reversing an established trend.

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Average five-year fixed mortgage rate drops below 6%

22nd November 2022

The average five-year fixed mortgage rate has dropped below 6% today, having trended above this figure since 5 October.

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Bank of England make biggest base rate increase in 27 years

4th August 2022

The Bank of England (BoE) has voted to increase the base rate by 50 basis points today, the highest increase in 27 years. It now means the base rate stands at 1.75%.

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Mortgage lending to reach record high in 2021

14th December 2021

Mortgage lending this year is set to increase by 31% compared to 2020, new data from UK Finance reveals

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Should you overpay your mortgage?

9th November 2021

Savers have almost doubled the amount of money they hold in savings accounts during the pandemic, but with savings rates remaining low homeowners may be considering using excess savings to overpay their mortgage

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Cost of mortgages rising but competitive deals still available

17th November 2020

The cost of getting a mortgage has risen since March, with average product fees increasing while the number of deals with no product fees or offering free valuations falling

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Mortgage rates rise for third consecutive month

12th October 2020

Consumers looking to lock into a new mortgage deal should act quickly, as mortgage rates continue to rise while the number of deals available is falling

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Mortgage borrowers urged to fix into a deal now as rates start to rise

25th August 2020

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Two and five year mortgage rates hit historic lows

11th May 2020

Although the number of mortgage deals have almost halved since March, the average mortgage rates on two and five-year fixed deals have hit historic lows

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First-time buyer mortgage rates fall

10th February 2020

First-time buyers saving for a 5% deposit will be pleased to see that average five year fixed mortgage rates on a 95% loan-to-value (LTV) have fallen by 0.26% year-on-year, while average two year equivalent rates have fallen by 0.19%

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