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Fixing your mortgage for 2 years can be worth it if you want certainty and stability in the short-term but want to be able to move onto a new rate sooner. This can be a wise move if interest rates are likely to come down over the next few years, or if you only plan on staying in your home for a few years.

Mortgage rates are expected to come down over 2024, although this may take longer than had previously been hoped. It is never guaranteed that rates will fall as forecast, which is why it's worth getting expert advice from a mortgage broker when deciding on what mortgage deal to go for, and how long to fix your mortgage.

Once you find a mortgage rate that is affordable for your budget, lock in the rate as soon as possible. There is no way to know for certain whether mortgage rates will go up or down in the weeks or even months it sometimes takes to approve your mortgage or remortgage. If you are coming to the end of a fixed-rate deal, you can lock in a rate up to 6 months before your current deal ends. Haven't found a rate yet? Create a free Tembo recommendation for the best, personalised rates from our panel of over 100 lenders.

With a long-term fixed rate mortgage, you can borrow up to £1 million to purchase a property, but the amount you will be offered will also be impacted by your household income and deposit size.

There are various ways you can increase your affordability, from improving your credit score to cutting back spending. If you have family who would like to help, they could also become a guarantor to increase your borrowing potential, or reduce the amount you need to borrow by gifting or lending you money to increase your equity stake. Talking to affordability experts like Tembo can help you identify the best areas to work on to improve your affordability.

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