What does the recent BoE base rate jump of 0.5% to 5% mean for me?

What does the recent BoE base rate jump of 0.5% to 5% mean for me?

A brief, 2 minute video, providing some more information on what yesterday's base rate hike means for local homeowners.

Watch the video below for information on yesterday's base rate increase of 0.5% to 5% and what this means for you and your mortgage.


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