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Significant dates for the broker diary

There are a few notable dates to be aware of this month – first...

Digging deeper for buy-to-let

Ever since the first product of its kind was launched into the mortgage market...

Why the BTL contraction is damaging to FTBs

The borrowing capacity of UK homeowners has reduced significantly over the last year, as...

Is there a more traditional lending springboard around the corner?

As we edge closer to Spring and, historically speaking, the busiest time of year...

Posing the principal questions around any expansion plans

Any new year brings new plans, fresh ambitions and a host of additional opportunities....

Using bridging to help BTL investors grow their portfolios

Looking back on the year, it’s hard to avoid the conclusion that things are...

Building on consumer demand for advice in 2023

At this time of the year, it’s impossible not to focus on what the...

Versatile approach essential to help clients looking to consolidate debts

It’s been a difficult couple of years for the nation’s finances. The pandemic put...

Understanding the regional picture across the country

We are now almost through the first month of the year, and each passing...

Housing market still defying gravity

Even when we least expect it, the housing market can throw a few surprises...

The big issues that brokers will face in 2023

It’s been a long and, at times, difficult year for the property market and...

What does 2023 have in store for the buy-to-let market?

With the fresh new year, thoughts of course turn to planning for what might...

In-person valuations will be crucial in uncertain market

The intense demand for property and subsequent bidding wars we saw in 2022 led...

Advisers have the quality and resilience to deliver in 2023

First up, let me wish everyone reading this a very Happy New Year. I...

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Beyond the walk: Mortgage leaders talk mental health – part 8

The Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter (MIMHC) is hosting its third annual 144-mile Walk & Talk challenge from 10-15 May. There are now 72...

Beyond the walk: Mortgage leaders talk mental health – Part 7

The Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter (MIMHC) is hosting its third annual 144-mile Walk & Talk challenge from 10-15 May. There are now 72...

Beyond the walk: Mortgage leaders talk mental health – part 6

The Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter (MIMHC) is hosting its third annual 144-mile Walk & Talk challenge from 10-15 May. There are now 72...

Beyond the walk: Mortgage Leaders talk mental health – part 5

The Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter (MIMHC) is hosting its third annual 144-mile Walk & Talk challenge from 10-15 May. There are now 72...

Beyond the walk: Mortgage Leaders talk mental health – part 4

The Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter (MIMHC) is hosting its third annual 144-mile Walk & Talk challenge from 10-15 May. There are now 72...

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Landlords urged to review rent guarantee cover after Renters’ Rights Act changes

Buy-to-let landlords should consider rent guarantee insurance after the Renters’ Rights Act came into...

Rural house prices outpace urban markets

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