Buy-to-let

Increase in number of &’trapped renters’

The gap between rental demand, as measured by search activity, and supply, measured by...

BTL ‘galvanised’ rental market over past 15 years: Paragon

Paragon has hailed the benefits of buy-to-let as the sector celebrates its 15th anniversary. The...

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The continued evolution of the later life lending market

Later life lending has moved well beyond being an occasional enquiry about equity release or a maturing interest-only case. It is now a consistent and...

What does the year hold for specialist first charge residential mortgages?

A few months into 2026, it is already clear that many borrowers continue to fall outside the criteria set by high street and mainstream...

A turning point for British Islamic home finance

A quick question for brokers: what would you do if 80% of a fast-growing community told you the market was not serving them properly? That...

Mutual sector ambition needs tech-driven scale

The Government’s commitment to doubling the size of the mutual sector has been welcomed across financial services. Building societies continue to play a critical...

Conveyancing fees will rise and you can blame the Government

Tax is complicated and making sure you pay the right amount can be challenging - just ask MP Angela Raynor or indeed former Chancellor...

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Saffron broadens FTB access and adds 5yr fix for lending into retirement

Saffron for Intermediaries has expanded first-time buyer eligibility across its owner occupied range and...

Kensington lowers rates across specialist residential ranges

Kensington Mortgages has reduced rates across its Resi 12 and Resi 6 ranges, lowering...

Landlords alert to renters’ reforms but most unclear on practical impact

Research by Paragon Bank, based on responses from more than 500 landlords, suggests that...

Fleet cuts remortgage rates and broadens EPC-linked range

Fleet Mortgages has expanded its two-year fixed-rate range for more energy-efficient rental properties while...