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Can I afford a longer mortgage?
Mortgage repayment terms are stretching, with some now available for up to 40 years. While this can reduce your monthly payments, making homeownership more accessible, it also means you'll be paying interest for a longer period. It's a trade-off between affordability now and the total cost over time.
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