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Written by Peter Mitchell

More mortgage rate misery to come

Rising swap rates are pushing lenders to reprice fixed deals, with further increases expected within days. ...

Gross mortgage lending increases 11.1% by quarter

Mortgage advances and new commitments rise as higher LTV lending reaches its largest share since 2008. ...

41% switch banks for better mortgages

Better mortgage deals are a key reason for bank switching, with younger home movers most likely to review their options. ...

Expat mortgage criteria changes for Marsden Building Society

Marsden updates expat buy-to-let lending rules, cutting income and documentation requirements for applicants. ...

SLC reiterates objection to ILCA scheme

SLC renews opposition to plans to divert interest earned on legal client accounts to government funding. ...

Barclays Fast-Track Remortgage launches after MAB pilot

A streamlined refinancing service promises rapid offers and completion for eligible borrowers approaching maturity. ...

Landlords earning £16,500 more as rental income increase

Average gross receipts approach £90,000 as higher borrowing and management expenses add pressure on investor profits. ...

Conveybuddy increases registered brokers by 75%

Conveybuddy marks its second anniversary with sharp growth in broker registrations, instructions and integrated legal partners. ...

Revealed – today’s truth about first time buyers

Older first-time purchasers face shifting housing needs, regional cost gaps and increasingly varied financial circumstances. ...

iamproperty latest to join OPDA

iamproperty joins OPDA to support open data standards and help deliver faster, more transparent home moves. ...

A million homeowners face £283 monthly mortgage hike

More than a million homeowners who took out mortgages in 2024 face a £283 hike in monthly payments or more than £3,000 a year as they move onto their lender’s SVR, according to a Freedom of Information request by Compare ...

Mortgage approvals and borrowing fall in July

Both the value and volume of mortgage borrowing fell in July, down significantly from their six-month averages, according to the Bank of England’s latest Money and Credit report. ...

Affordability Boost extended to 95% LTV new builds

Newcastle expands borrowing support for new-build buyers as Rely launches discounted products for portfolio landlords. ...

Here’s how to structure a £5.22m mortgage for a new Premier League signing

Bespoke financing enabled an international footballer to secure a £5.8m UK home with 90% LTV borrowing. ...

Aldermore strengthens asset-based lending team

Joshua Owens joins Aldermore to help brokers and SMEs access flexible funding solutions for working capital and growth. ...

Lenders move on mortgage costs

Newcastle and Rely expand their ranges with affordability support and lower-rate landlord products. ...

Clear path ahead for AI proptech launch

ClearPath AI launches with £1m backing to streamline processes across property, legal and financial services. ...

9 in ten brokers see holiday let enquiries rise

Broker demand is climbing as investors seek stronger yields and long-term opportunities. ...

Women’s Leadership Summit launch

Female financial services professionals will gather for leadership workshops, expert insights and networking. ...

LGSS teases new announcements

LGSS sets out growth plans following investment in leadership, technology and industry partnerships ...

Nationwide cuts rates for second time in a week

Nationwide has reduced mortgage rates for the second time in...

Biggest decline in mortgage rates since October 2024

Mortgage rates recorded their biggest monthly fall since October 2024...

More mortgage rate misery to come

Rising swap rates are pushing lenders to reprice fixed deals,...
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More mortgage rate misery to come

Rising swap rates are pushing lenders to reprice fixed deals,...

Gross mortgage lending increases 11.1% by quarter

Mortgage advances and new commitments rise as higher LTV lending...

41% switch banks for better mortgages

Better mortgage deals are a key reason for bank switching,...