{"id":14223,"date":"2025-02-12T04:28:48","date_gmt":"2025-02-12T04:28:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lotayamedia.xyz\/?p=14223"},"modified":"2025-02-12T04:28:48","modified_gmt":"2025-02-12T04:28:48","slug":"paragon-bank-reduces-two-year-fixed-rate-buy-to-let-mortgages-rates-now-as-low-as-3-34","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lotayamedia.xyz\/?p=14223","title":{"rendered":"Paragon Bank Reduces Two-Year Fixed-Rate Buy-to-Let Mortgages \u2013 Rates Now as Low as 3.34%"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Paragon Bank has announced a significant reduction in its two-year fixed-rate buy-to-let (BTL) mortgage offerings, cutting rates by 30 basis points (bps). With rates starting at an attractive 3.34%, this marks the lowest level seen since May 2022, making it a compelling opportunity for landlords and property investors.<\/p>\n<p>Lower Rates for Buy-to-Let Mortgages<\/p>\n<p>The newly reduced 3.34% rate is available on loans up to 70% loan-to-value (LTV) for Single Self-Contained (SSC) properties that hold an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of A-C. These mortgage products come with Interest Coverage Ratios (ICRs) of 5.50% and a 5% fee, making them a competitive option for investors focused on energy-efficient properties.<\/p>\n<p>For landlords looking for higher LTV options, Paragon is also offering two-year fixed-rate BTL mortgages at up to 75% LTV. The rates for Paragon\u2019s green mortgage begin at 4.34%, while properties with lower EPC ratings (D or E) see a minor increase of 5bps. A no-fee option is available, starting at 5.84%, with ICRs set at two percentage points above the initial rates.<\/p>\n<p>Options for HMO and MUB Properties<\/p>\n<p>Landlords investing in Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) or Multi-Unit Blocks (MUBs) can also take advantage of Paragon\u2019s new rates. The 5% fee product starts at 3.59%, while the 3% fee option begins at 4.59%. A nil fee mortgage is also available at 6.09%, providing flexibility based on investment preferences.<\/p>\n<p>Exclusive Benefits for Landlords<\/p>\n<p>These mortgage products come with a free valuation and a \u00a3299 application fee. Suitable for landlords purchasing or remortgaging properties as individuals or through limited company structures, they are available across England, Scotland, and Wales.<\/p>\n<p>Paragon Bank\u2019s Take on the Market Shift<\/p>\n<p>James Harrison, Mortgage Product Manager at Paragon Bank, highlighted the rationale behind these rate reductions:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019re delighted to lower rates on our two-year fixed mortgages, reducing them by 30bps across the board. With starting rates as low as 3.34%, this is our most competitive offering in almost three years.<\/p>\n<p>Brokers have indicated a rising demand for two-year fixes, as many landlords prefer the certainty of fixed rates over a short-term period, anticipating more favorable borrowing conditions in the near future. Our latest mortgage products have been tailored to meet this demand and will play a crucial role in supporting investment in the private rental sector.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Why This Matters for Landlords<\/p>\n<p>With interest rates fluctuating, Paragon Bank\u2019s latest mortgage deals provide a valuable opportunity for landlords to secure competitive financing. Whether purchasing or remortgaging, these lower rates can enhance profitability and support investment in energy-efficient properties.<\/p>\n<p>For landlords seeking the best BTL mortgage options, now is an opportune time to explore Paragon Bank\u2019s latest offerings.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Paragon Bank has announced a significant reduction in its two-year fixed-rate buy-to-let (BTL) mortgage offerings, cutting rates by 30 basis &#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":14224,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"rank_math_title":"","rank_math_description":"","rank_math_focus_keyword":"","rank_math_keywords":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[16,17],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-14223","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-business","category-finance"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lotayamedia.xyz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14223","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lotayamedia.xyz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lotayamedia.xyz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lotayamedia.xyz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lotayamedia.xyz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=14223"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/lotayamedia.xyz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14223\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":14225,"href":"https:\/\/lotayamedia.xyz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14223\/revisions\/14225"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lotayamedia.xyz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/14224"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lotayamedia.xyz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=14223"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lotayamedia.xyz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=14223"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lotayamedia.xyz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=14223"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}