Independent Mortgages Direct NE

Gary Howe

Qualified and experienced Mortgage Broker and Principle of IMDNE with over 30 years experience looking after retail mortgage customers. Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA Ref 301727) and a member of the Association of Mortgage Intermediaries (AMI).

Bank of England

Base Rate Stays At 4.75% As Inflation Climbs To 2.6%

Base Rate Held – 4.75% The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided to keep the Bank Rate steady at 4.75%. However, the vote was split, with six members supporting the hold and three advocating for a 0.25% reduction to 4.5%. This divergence highlights differing views on the current economic landscape. The decision […]

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Remembrance Day - Lest We Forget

Honouring Sacrifice: Reflecting on Remembrance Sunday and Its Lasting Legacy

Honoring Sacrifice: Reflecting on Remembrance Sunday and Its Lasting Legacy On Remembrance Sunday, we pause to honour those who died for freedom. “Lest We Forget” is more than a tribute; it’s a solemn vow to remember their courage and sacrifice. As we stand in silence, we hold close the stories and dreams of those who served,

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Bank of England

Bank of England Cuts Base Rate to 4.75% – What This Means for Your Mortgage

Base Rate Cut – Mortgage Impact With inflation currently below the Bank of England’s 2% target, the Bank had little choice but to reduce the base rate by 0.25% to 4.75%. This cut will affect mortgage borrowers in different ways, depending on their mortgage type. For those on variable or tracker mortgages, which track the

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Swap Rates Rise

Will the Budget and Swap Rate Spike Trigger Mortgage Rate Increases?

Swap Rate Spike Following Rachel Reeves’ Budget announcement, swap rates—a key determinant of fixed-rate mortgage costs—have surged significantly. Two-year swap rates hit 4.51%, reflecting higher expectations for future interest rates. If this trend continues, mortgage rates could rise, prompting lenders to prepare for rate increases. Given this volatility, it’s crucial for homeowners to review their

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Bank of England

UK Inflation Falls Below 2% Target, Pressure On Bank of England to Act

Inflation falls To 1.7% The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has reported a sharp drop in inflation for September 2024. The Consumer Prices Index (CPI) rose by just 1.7% in the year to September, down from 2.2% in August.This is the lowest inflation rate in over three years, falling below the Bank of England’s 2%

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Paul Mansell Passes LIBF Exam

Certified Practitioner In Specialist Property Finance – Paul Mansell

Specialist Property Finance 🌟 Huge congratulations to Paul Mansell, for passing the London Institute of Banking & Finance (LIBF) Certified Practitioner examination in Specialist Property Finance (CPSP)! 🌟 This is a fantastic achievement and a testament to Paul’s expertise and dedication in the field of specialist lending. If you’re seeking expert advice on specialist property finance,

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