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Capped Rate

A capped rate is a mixture between a fixed rate and a variable rate. The interest rate is guaranteed not to rise above a set level within the capped rate period but if the normal variable mortgage rate is below the capped rate then the variable rate is charged.

This gives the 'best of both worlds' as the interest rate can fall but will not rise above the capped rate. However, the level at which the cap is fixed is usually higher than for a fixed rate mortgage for a comparable period of time.

Sometimes 'Cap and Collar' mortgages are offered and these impose a minimum payment rate (the collar) in addition to the maximum rate (the cap). The lender will normally impose early redemption penalties if the mortgage is redeemed within the first few years (see Redemption Penalties).

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Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage. Site Last updated 13th July 2005. © Martin Mortgages, Stableford Lodge, Jaras Drive, Baschurch, Shropshire SY4 2DH Martin Mortgages Ltd is an appointed representative of Thinc Assured Network Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority. This site is intended for UK Consumers only. Our typical fee for advice is 1% of the mortgage advance or £500 whichever is the greater. The overall cost for comparison is 8.4% APR.  The actual rate available will depend on your circumstances.  Ask for a personalised illustration.  APR variable and based on a usual case. Not all buy to let mortgages are regulated by the Financial Services Authority. Think carefully before securing other debts against your home. Please note Commercial Mortgages are not regulated by the Financial Services Authority.
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