Wednesday 05 May 2010 | Personal Finance feed

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Rate alert – best mortgage deals

With interest rates at rock bottom, many home owners will be wondering if they should switch to a new mortgage while the going is good. Here are four home loans that may suit people who are thinking of remortgaging.

 
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Woolwich 2 year fixed-rate

Some borrowers are reluctant to fix for just two years, but those looking to borrow over £200,000 should take a look at the latest Woolwich deal. With a rate of 2.98pc, this two-year fix requires 30pc deposit and charges £1,999 fee.

Co-Operative 5 year fixed-rate

For those who are looking to fix for five years, the Co-Operative Bank is offering a rate of 4.49pc with a fee of £999. This loan requires a 25pc deposit and is only available for those looking to borrow less than £1.5m.

First Direct Lifetime tracker

If a tracker is what you are looking for, check out First Direct which is offering a lifetime tracker at 1.8pc over the bank base rate, giving a pay rate of 2.39pc. With a £499 fee, this requires a 35pc deposit and does not come with early repayment charges.

Market Harborough 2 year tracker

Borrowers who are looking for a two-year tracker should check out Market Harborough, which is offering 1.98pc over base rate for two years, giving a pay rate of 2.48pc. With a fee of £1,845, this loan requires a 25pc deposit and does not come with early repayment charges.

 
 
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