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Caitlyn Eastell

Personal Finance Analyst
Published: 17/04/2026
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Last updated: 17 April 2026 at 09:15

 

The Moneyfactscompare.co.uk Pick of the Week showcases the best of the latest products or rate changes to hit the consumer finance market, ranging from mortgages to savings accounts. This week I've analysed the following deals, along with their perks.

 

Savings

Cynergy Bank

Alongside changing the issue number, Cynergy Bank has increased the rate on its Online Easy Access Account. The boost improves its position in the top tables and now pays a competitive 4.27%. Savers can start from as little as £1 and it may be a suitable option for those who need to dip into their pots regularly as the account permits unlimited access with no penalty.

However, it’s important to note the rate includes a significant 2% bonus, so it’s crucial that savers review their deal when this expires in 12 months. Overall, the deal earns an Excellent Moneyfacts product rating.

Last updated: 17/04/2026

  • Cynergy Bank – Online Easy Access Account (Issue 97)
    • Rate: 4.27% gross / 4.27% AER payable on its anniversary (including a 2.00% bonus for 12 months).
    • Notice / term: None
    • Minimum opening amount: £1
    • Maximum investment amount: £1 million
    • Access: Permitted via nominated account
    • Further additions: Permitted via nominated account
    • Opening account: Online
    • Managing account: Online and via its mobile app
    • Other information: Minimum applicant age 18. Joint account option available. Cynergy Bank Authenticator App or Digipass required to use online banking.

Mortgages

Santander

As well as extending end dates, Santander has reduced several of its fixed rate products, including the two-year deal at 85% loan-to-value. This option for second-time buyers has seen a 0.19% cut and is now priced at 4.90% until 2 August 2028.

Borrowers looking to save on upfront costs may find this an enticing option as it offers a reasonable £999 product fee, boosted by its generous incentive package which includes a free valuation and £250 cashback. The combination of these features earns this product a spot in the Moneyfacts Best Buys and an Outstanding Moneyfacts product rating.

Last updated: 17/04/2026

  • Santander – Two-year fixed rate mortgage, 85% loan-to-value
    • Rate: 4.90% fixed until 2 August 2028 before reverting to 6.50%
    • APRC: 6.4%
    • Product fee: £999
    • Maximum loan-to-value: 85%
    • Available to: Second-time buyers
    • Incentives: Free valuation and £250 cashback
    • Flexible features: Allows overpayments
    • Lending area: Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

    Representative Example: £250,000 mortgage over 25 years initially at 4.90% fixed for 27 months reverting to 6.50% variable for term. 27 monthly payments of £1446.95 and 273 monthly payments of £1670.75. Total amount payable £496,456.40 includes loan amount, interest of £245,182, valuation fees of £0 and product fees of £999. The overall cost for comparison is 6.4% APRC representative.

Buy-to-Let

HSBC

This week HSBC has reduced its fixed rate buy-to-let offerings by up to 0.34%. The two-year option for homemovers at 75% loan-to-value has seen a slightly smaller, but still generous, 0.20% cut.

The deal now charges 5.35% until 31 May 2028 and may be an attractive option for landlords looking to save on upfront costs as it does not have any product fees and comes with a free valuation incentive. Overpayments are also permitted, which may be a bonus for some. The reduction earns the deal a position in the top tables and earns an Outstanding Moneyfacts Product Rating.

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  • HSBC – Two-year fixed rate mortgage, 75% loan-to-value
    • Rate: 5.35% fixed until 31 May 2028 before reverting to 7.25%
    • APRC: 7.2%
    • Product fee: None
    • Maximum loan-to-value: 75%
    • Available to: Second-time buyers
    • Incentives: Free valuation
    • Flexible features: Allows overpayments
    • Lending area: Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

    Representative Example: £170,000 mortgage over 25 years initially at 5.35% fixed for 25 months reverting to 7.25% variable for term. 25 monthly payments of £757.92 and 275 monthly payments of £1027.08. Total amount payable £471,540.00 includes loan amount, interest of £301,395, valuation fees of £0 and product fees of £0. The overall cost for comparison is 7.2% APRC representative.

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