Rebecca Gamble

Consumer Journalist

Rebecca Gamble is a highly-experienced former national newspaper news reporter, who is now a magazine and web journalist specialising in personal finance, property and consumer issues. Now freelance after holding senior in-house positions, Rebecca has edited Woman’s Own’s consumer column Money Matters for several years and undertakes commissions from a wide range of publications including Woman magazine. Previous publications include Daily Mirror, Sunday Mirror, the Daily Express and a number of women’s magazines.

Latest Articles by Rebecca

Trusted Payments: how it works, what it costs and whether it’s worth it

Trusted Payments: at a glance Jump to: How it works | Costs | Warranty | What if something goes wrong | Is it worth it? What is Trusted Payments? Planning home improvements? Find quality local builders with our Find a Builder service, in partnership with the Federation of Master Builders. Where can I […]

Borrowers face payment hike after average mortgage rates hit 6%

The average 5 year fixed mortgage rate hit 6% earlier this week, its highest level since September 2023, while the average 2 year fixed rate reached 5.98%, according to Moneyfacts. Rates have since edged down slightly, with the average 5 year fixed rate at 5.98% and the 2 year fixed rate at 5.96%. However, both […]

How to sell a house fast in a slow market

In a slower market, sellers may need to work harder to attract viewings and offers. With more homes on the market than we’ve seen in 12 years, and buyer demand 9% lower than a year ago, according to Rightmove, we spoke to Jeremy Leaf, founder of a long-established North London estate agency, Jeremy Leaf & […]

Your First Home Scheme: How it works for first time buyers

The government has announced the new Your First Home Scheme, which is expected to help more first time buyers in England get onto the property ladder. With a deposit of just 2.5% and a government-backed equity loan, the scheme could significantly reduce the amount buyers need to borrow. Here’s what we know so far. KEY […]

UK house price crash 2026: A risk or reality?

House Price Crash 2026 Summary Could the UK housing market crash in 2026? While there isn’t a set definition of a house price crash, it generally means a sudden and significant drop in house prices in a particular market or region. Many experts would describe a fall of 15%-20% or more over a […]

One million more homeowners face higher mortgage payments after mortgage rates rise

Mortgage payment hikes: at a glance More than one million extra homeowners are now expected to face higher mortgage payments by the end of 2028 after mortgage rates increased following the conflict in the Middle East, according to the Bank of England. In its latest Financial Stability Report, the Bank says more than […]

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How to become mortgage free

Government figures show that households with a mortgage in England paid an average of £242 a week in mortgage payments in 2024-25 – equivalent to around £12,600 a year. Clearing your mortgage and becoming mortgage-free could therefore free up a significant amount of money each month. Plus, paying your mortgage off early can potentially save […]

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