
Average fixed mortgage rates edge higher in blow to borrowers
The average five-year fixed homeowner mortgage rate on the market on Thursday morning was 5.50%, up from 5.49% on Wednesday
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The average five-year fixed homeowner mortgage rate on the market on Thursday morning was 5.50%, up from 5.49% on Wednesday. Mortgage rates jumped earlier this year amid the conflict in the Middle East but in recent weeks lenders have made a string of rate cuts. Get a free fractional share worth up to £100.
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The average five-year fixed homeowner mortgage rate on the market on Thursday morning was 5.50%, up from 5.49% on Wednesday.
reliability low1/2 sourcesMortgage rates jumped earlier this year amid the conflict in the Middle East but in recent weeks lenders have made a string of rate cuts.
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