We examine a new range of mortgages, a universal credit card and another card with rewards.

Many people hot foot it to their high street bank when they want to get a mortgage. However, those that do might be missing a trick because brokers can often get borrowers a better deal. For example, Clydesdale Bank is offering a range of mortgages that are available via brokers only. Are they worth a second look?

Return of the broker?

Clydesdale Bank has launched a new range of home loans available exclusively through mortgage brokers. The 17 new products cater for those looking for a fixed or variable rate and for a variety of deposits and loan amounts.

The loans start from as little as 2.49pc for an offset mortgage and 2.98pc for a two-year fixed-rate mortgage for those with a minimum of a 30pc deposit.

The most costly new loan is a five-year fixed-rate deal for those with a 20pc deposit looking to borrow more than £500,000 at 4.99pc.

Fees range from £999 to.....Click LINK to read more on this story: