New build

Consumer Code for New Homes formally approved

The Consumer Code for New Homes (CCNH) has celebrated its formal approval by the...

22% fall in new build registrations year-on-year

HM Land Registry received more than 97,000 sales of land and property in England...

Bank of Ireland UK launches new build pilot

Bank of Ireland UK has announced the launch of an exclusive new build pilot...

The Leeds improves new build criteria

The Leeds Building Society has made changes to its new build criteria by widening the range...

Third anniversary for L&G’s new build club

Legal & General New Build Club is celebrating its third anniversary. Launched early in 2014,...

L&G extends Ipswich BS partnership

The Ipswich Building Society is to work closely with Legal & General Mortgage Club’s...

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Why it matters that bridging hit more than £10bn last year

We see many numbers bandied around in the financial industry, which can sometimes have a numbing effect. So why should we all, especially brokers, care...

Top five reasons why renters should consider short-term protection insurance

In an unpredictable world, financial security can often feel like a luxury, especially for renters who may already juggle living expenses, rent payments, and...

Credit search vs credit scoring

The terms credit score and credit check are often used interchangeably by consumers, many of whom assume they mean the same thing. Yet understanding...

It’s not just about work/life balance

Firstly, it was good to get feedback on last month’s blog on technology from several people, and to see a spin-off follow-up blog from...

The value of building societies: 250 years of mutual success

A key anniversary reflects how far the building society movement has come — and how individual societies like Hinckley & Rugby continue to deliver At...

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Square 1 Media announces May Mortgage Market Debate

Square 1 Media is to hold its next Mortgage Market Debate on Wednesday, 21 May,...

Coventry BS maintains status as one of the best workplaces

Coventry Building Society has been named one of Great Place to Work's UK’s Best...

Atom bank breaks Near Prime record

Atom bank has reported another record-breaking month for Near Prime activity. Over the course of...

Berkeley Alexander appoints new BDM

General insurance provider Berkeley Alexander has announced the appointment of Grant Robinson as a...