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Does development finance popularity show market is overheating?

In the past month or so I’ve seen an increasing amount written in the...

There is no froth in the market

How would you define ‘froth’? One of the definitions I’ve found refers to froth...

Huge scope for an increase in equity release business

The latest figures from the Equity Release Council reveal that the resurgence in the...

A period of stability will suit lenders

It took a while but April definitely saw the mainstream media finally cottoning on...

Steady as she goes

The 1 April deadline has now passed without too much fanfare or ceremony as...

The savvy are making the most of specialist buy-to-lets

Anyone who regularly casts their eyes over a newspaper will have noticed the increased...

The only way is up (still)

The bridging and short term property finance sector experienced a period of steady and...

BTL getting more competitive all the time

‘Subdued’ is not a word you often hear with regards to the UK property...

Why paying more for conveyancing isn’t necessarily bad

With the clocks now having ‘sprung forward’ there’s no doubting that winter is over...

Unlock value in BTL market via second charge

When I look at the new business board in my office, apart from giving...

Brokers still first line of defence against fraud

The issue of fraud and potential fraudulent activity appears to be high on the...

Beware of unregulated packagers

Occasionally in life you may need to call upon the services of a solicitor....

Why social media makes a difference

Firstly, a confession. When it comes to the world of social media I was...

Together we move forward

Both the bridging and term mortgage sectors have experienced a period of growth,...
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Don’t rein me in

For many years, major financial institutions and large retailers have understood the benefits of presenting their customers with complementary products alongside their core offering. Banks...

More questions now surround the home moving digital journey

The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has published its highly anticipated Home Buying and Selling Reform Roadmap, representing the most aggressive...

Stability has value: why the latest Bank Base Rate hold matters

The Bank of England's decision to maintain Bank Base Rate (BBR) at 3.75% may not have generated the excitement that often accompanies a rate...

If you motivate an idiot you just get stupid things done quicker

There's a lot of excitement about artificial intelligence in the mortgage industry right now. Nearly nine in 10 mortgage brokers want technology to play...

AI for brokers: the three lines you should never cross

Most AI advice aimed at advisers is either breathless hype or vague caution. Here is something you can actually act on: a practical way...

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Mutuals account for almost a quarter of income protection market, says AFM

Mutual providers continued to strengthen their position in the UK income protection market during...
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Offa opens larger Solihull office as workforce doubles

Islamic property finance provider Offa has opened a new headquarters in Solihull after doubling...
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The Exeter reports premium and membership growth in 2025

The Exeter increased gross premium income by 8% to £135 million in 2025, while...
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Paragon Bank appoints business development manager for Scotland

Paragon Bank has appointed Holly Morrison as a Business Development Manager (BDM) for Scotland. Morrison...

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