British homebuyers are poised to benefit from an anticipated mortgage price war as lenders compete aggressively at the start of 2025, coinciding with the looming stamp duty deadline changes. Industry experts predict a surge of activity in January, with buyers racing to complete purchases before substantial taxation modifications take effect.
The property landscape shows remarkable momentum, with Zoopla reporting £104 billion worth of property sales currently in progress—a 30 per cent increase compared to late 2023. This represents the highest end-of-year figure in four years, signalling robust market activity.
Market predictions from respected organisations paint an optimistic picture for 2025. UK Finance projects an 11 per cent rise in gross mortgage lending to £260 billion, whilst the Intermediary Mortgage Lenders Association takes a more bullish stance, forecasting a 16 per cent increase to £275 billion.
The current average two-year fixed rate stands at 5.46 per cent, with five-year fixes at 5.23 per cent. Santander leads the market with a competitive 4.21 per cent two-year fixed rate, while NatWest offers a five-year fix at 4.07 per cent, both requiring a substantial 40 per cent deposit.
The Bank of England’s anticipated base rate cuts—potentially four throughout 2025—may not translate directly into significantly lower mortgage rates, as many experts believe these reductions are already factored into current pricing. Industry specialists suggest five-year fixed rates might drop below 4 per cent by year-end, though the decline is expected to be gradual.
For the 1.69 million homeowners facing fixed-deal conclusions in 2025, the competitive landscape offers hope. Remortgage rates currently start at 4.27 per cent for two-year fixes with Barclays and 4.08 per cent for five-year terms with NatWest, highlighting the importance of thorough market research for those seeking optimal rates.
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