Those With Poor Credit And Recent Bankruptcies Need To Explore Subprime Lending When Buying Or Refinacing Their Home - 2004-02-03
With high unemployment rates, a sluggish economy and household debt touching record levels, the number of personal bankruptcies in the U.S. continues to grow -- 835,080 in the first six months of 2003 alone.

One result of this precarious economic environment is that homeowners and prospective homebuyers with poor credit or recent bankruptcies are turning to online mortgage companies or private lenders to refinance or purchase their new home.
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Mortgage of the week - 2nd February 2004 - 2004-02-03
Independent mortgage broker Mortgage Talk shows the week's best mortgage deals.

Short Term Fixed Rate
The Bank of Ireland is offering a fixed rate until the First of May 2006 at 4.49% (APR 5.7%). The valuation fee is £240, with an arrangement fee of £299.

Long Term Fixed Rate
The Bank of Ireland is also offering a mortgage fixed until the 1st May 2009 at 4.99% (APR 5.0%). The valuation fee is £200, with an arrangement fee of £299.
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