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Five-year mortgage rates hit 6% for the first time in over three years

Original: news - bbc

Homeowners are facing a fresh blow as five-year fixed mortgage rates in the UK have climbed to 6% for the first time in more than three years, according to The Independent. The rise adds to pressure on household budgets and raises concerns for those coming off cheaper fixed deals. Commenters and industry voices are debating what it means for the housing market and prospective buyers.

Why now: Rising mortgage costs directly affect homeowners and buyers amid ongoing concern over UK interest rates and the cost of living.

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• Blow to homeowners as five-year mortgages hit 6% for first time in over three years · The Independent

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