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Which of these deals is best - am I missing something?

They both look very similar to me. Which do you think is best?


Britania

4.34% for 36 months, then 4.49% variable rate.

Early repayment charge details:
ERC - 3% of the amount repaid in year 1, 2% in year 2 and 1% in year 3.
The mortgage exit admin fee is £160.

Set-up fees:
£599 arrangement fee payable of which £150 booking fee is payable up front.

Valuation fees:
£200

Overpayments:
Overpayments of up to £499 per month are allowed without penalty.


Royal Bank of Scotland

4.39% for 36 months, then 4.00% variable rate.

Early repayment charge details:
ERC - 3% of the balance redeemed until 31/08/2012.

Set-up fees:
£499

Valuation fees:
£275

Incentives:
3 months free mortgage loan guard premiums.

Overpayments:
10% overpayments allowed p.a. without penalty.

Comments

  • _Andy_
    _Andy_ Posts: 11,150 Forumite
    Very similar as you say - looks like RBS has the mildy better SVR.
  • Yeah Very Similar - What are you planning on doing after the 3 years are up?
    If you are going to move again I would go for th Britania deal.

    But hey what do I know I can not find myself a decent deal either.

    Good Luck
    Max Millionaire
    191 007
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