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Could anybody please advise me on something

Had an IFA at my home the other night, and i was really happy in what they said, but just wanted to confirm that the deal they had suggested to me , was the best , i tried researching it on the net, but couldnt find it.

I am a first time buyer (38years old)
No dependants

£20600 salary before tax

outgoings amonth £400
car £100 a month
Purchasing my council home one bedroom flat, valued at£45000
my purchase price is £16200

No outstanding Credits cards or anything

wishing to borrow £22000, on 15 year mortgage plan (extra for redecoration)
fixed rate for 2-3 years
..

The halifax was suggested as the best deal currently for me
Right to buy mortgage?
with no deposit fixed at 5.29% for (think it was either 2 or 3 years,
no set up/arrangement fee.


I cant seem to find it on the halifax web site.


Would you say that this is probably a good deal


cheers

Comments

  • payless
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    Halifax currently have some broker only deals , plus a few exclusives via certain "clubs "
    Any posts on here are for information and discussion purposes only and shouldn't be seen as (financial) advice.
  • MortgageMamma
    MortgageMamma Posts: 6,686
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    I think thats a good deal yes, I can't say its the absolute best for you but if I was presented with it I would be quite happy

    Good luck with your purchase

    MM
    I am a Mortgage Adviser

    You should note that this site doesn't check my status as a mortgage adviser, so you need to take my word for it. This signature is here as I follow MSE's Mortgage Adviser Code of Conduct. Any posts on here are for information and discussion purposes only and shouldn't be seen as financial advice.
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