Suffolk Building Society is reducing the rates on its 95% LTV residential mortgages by up to 30bps.

It is also taking off up to 30 bps off its fixed Buy to Let, Buy to Let Light Refurbishment, Expat Buy To Let and Holiday Let products.

Charlotte Grimshaw (pictured), head of intermediary relations and mortgage sales at Suffolk Building Society, said: “With house prices still rising, and the average UK house price standing at £289,723, there’s a clear need to support first time buyers with their property ownership ambitions. First time buyers are in the spotlight at the moment and rightly so. With the cost of living and the ability to save up a sizeable deposit becoming even more challenging, higher LTV products go some way to help those looking to get on the property ladder. It also provides an alternative for those looking to remortgage and borrow extra for home improvements too.

“We’re also pleased to be able to offer landlords more affordable rates across various Buy To Let product types to help lower their monthly costs. And of course, lower payrates help with BTL affordability, enabling them to access the loan amounts they require.

“As well as new regulations around energy efficiency and the introduction of a new Decent Homes Standard requiring improvements, landlords are also facing further changes from the upcoming Renters’ Rights Bill. In addition, next month’s Budget may bring further change. As a result, landlords face uncertainty so saving money where possible is always a positive.”