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Mortgage Comparison Websites - what do you get
amnblog
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Saw this report
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-31110625
This report applies to energy and:
The bosses of the price comparison sites were called in front of the committee to explain why they often hide the best deals from customers.
Consumers who visit such sites are frequently directed to tariffs on which the website is able to earn a commission.
Cheaper deals may not be highlighted.
Most sites offer consumers a choice, asking them if they want to switch "today".
If they say yes, the better-value tariffs may not be shown
What is the situation with mortgage comparison sites?
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-31110625
This report applies to energy and:
The bosses of the price comparison sites were called in front of the committee to explain why they often hide the best deals from customers.
Consumers who visit such sites are frequently directed to tariffs on which the website is able to earn a commission.
Cheaper deals may not be highlighted.
Most sites offer consumers a choice, asking them if they want to switch "today".
If they say yes, the better-value tariffs may not be shown
What is the situation with mortgage comparison sites?
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