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  • Jonbvn
    Jonbvn Posts: 5,562 Forumite
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    gadgetmind wrote: »
    Those who've used this period of low interest rates to reduce their gearing will be in good shape down the line.

    If you mean by invest instead of OPing the mortgage, I agree.
    In case you hadn't already worked it out - the entire global financial system is predicated on the assumption that you're an idiot:cool:
  • Thrugelmir
    Thrugelmir Posts: 89,546 Forumite
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    edited 5 July 2014 at 9:39AM
    Jonbvn wrote: »
    If you mean by invest instead of OPing the mortgage, I agree.

    Equities are looking increasingly expensive with many companies reporting poor results. So selecting the right investments isn't easy. Worth remembering that low interest rates also boost Company profits. So a rerating may follow in the future.
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