Mike Boles: Mortgage rates may be rising but borrowing remains attractive
As the cost of living rises at its fastest rate in 30 years and the Bank of England warns that inflation may hit 8 per cent, possibly higher, it’s unsurprising that interest rates are also edging upwards. SPF Private Office's Mike Boles explains what it means for borrowers…
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