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Protection as costs of living rise: a question of affordability and value?  

It’s no secret that the costs of living in the UK are rising, with...

Transparency and communication are key at times like these

Even for those of us who have been in the mortgage market for a...

How did we get here?

Lenders, intermediaries and borrowers have experienced a turbulent few weeks and there’s no denying...

When later life clients don’t want to keep it in the family

"You can choose your friends but you sho’ can’t choose your family, an’ they’re...

What will replace Help to Buy?

Given everything that has happened both politically and economically recently, it is easy to...

Don’t ignore brokers’ issues with lifetime mortgage service

Have we reached the point where equity release is firmly part of the financial...

Climate extremes could start to influence buyers

If like me, you spent many a night during this summer’s heatwave in your...

Will this ‘new’ government be any different?

This is an undoubtedly important moment in the future trajectory of the UK housing...

Tread carefully with increased demand for later life lending

Understandably, there is a lot of speculation and conjecture around the current economic environment,...

Tie up your landlords’ remortgage needs now

As I write, we are quickly approaching that ‘new school year’ period which often...

Valuations and the dangers of making up the difference

Like religion and politics, house prices are a topic that is sure to spark...

100 up, but who’s counting…

The concept of building a network followed a few conversations with directly authorised introducers...

Panel managers can be vital ally in avoiding legal delays

Buying a home is rarely a speedy process. Tackling that issue is one of...

London market pick up is good news

The London housing market often marches to its own beat and while what is...
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A surge today, but what comes next for advisers and conveyancing?

March has provided a very clear example of how quickly this market can move when lenders feel the need to take action, with widespread...

Technology adapts so you don’t have to

20 years ago, many brokerages looked and operated in very similar ways. Typically small, local business, many firms focused solely on standard residential mortgage...

Rental barometer shows strength, but March changes the tone

Looking at our recently published Q1 2026 Rental Barometer data in isolation, there is clearly a strong and positive story to tell. Average rental...

Home and away: How appetite for UK property is rising

Conflicts in Ukraine and now the Middle East are a reminder that the catastrophic impact of war is not confined to war zones.   The...

Mutual strength and the broker partnership

The mutual sector has always been associated with community purpose, local branches and a member-first approach that feels a little different to the wider...

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Gen H cuts rates across mortgage range including New Build Boost

Gen H has reduced rates across its full mortgage range, including its New Build...
Buy-to-let

HMO licensing applications rise 40% as landlords shift to shared housing

The UK’s house in multiple occupation (HMO) market has expanded significantly in recent years,...
Appointments

Investec hires relationship manager to expand City Professionals team

Investec Bank has appointed Hannah Oades as relationship manager within its City Professionals team...
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Redwood refinance supports Birmingham landlord’s supported housing expansion

Redwood Bank has completed an £847,500 refinancing deal for a Birmingham landlord, releasing equity...

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