Mortgage rates show signs of falling after Iran war peak
Major lenders make rate reductions as markets take some heart from a possible truce in the Iran war.
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""It makes such a big difference.""
— Amy Worrell , Other
""The price cuts are getting more momentum.""
— Aaron Strutt , Other
""Markets have welcomed the reported reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.""
— Adam French , Executive
""Anyone who has secured a rate in the last week or two now may be able to improve on it.""
— Jo Jingree , Executive
Key People
Aaron Strutt is a broker at Trinity Financial.
Adam French is the head of consumer finance at Moneyfacts.
A first-time homebuyer discussing the impact of mortgage rates on her home buying process.
Advisor from Mortgage Confidence suggesting when to secure a mortgage rate.
Director offering advice on financial planning in light of mortgage uncertainties.
Amy Worrell's boyfriend and co-buyer of a first home.
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Major lenders make rate reductions as markets take some heart from a possible truce in the Iran war.
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