The latest update from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) suggests that the housing market took a noticeable hit in November, largely due to the impact of
RICS: Market Bounce-Back Now in 2026
Landlords Face £3k–£35k Fines Under New Rules
Nikka Sulton
The government has issued new civil penalty tables under the Renters’ Rights Act 2025, and the figures represent a major shift in how housing offences will be handled.
Lenders Trim Mortgage Rates Before Key Decision
Nikka Sulton
Three major lenders have reduced some of their mortgage rates ahead of the Bank of England’s expected base rate cut next week. Uswitch figures show that the average
Fed Cuts Rates but Outlook Remains Uncertain
Nikka Sulton
The US Federal Reserve has delivered its third interest rate cut of the year, yet the decision has done little to settle doubts about where monetary policy is
EPC C Rules Risk Renters – ACORN
Nikka Sulton
A national tenant campaign group has voiced support for proposed plans to raise minimum energy efficiency standards to EPC C. However, it has also warned that without stronger
Council Housing Complaints on the Rise
Nikka Sulton
Complaints about council housing conditions across the UK have surged dramatically in recent years, with reports of damp, mould, and unsafe living conditions increasing sharply. Research shows that
Mortgage Loans Surge to Highest Since 2020
Nikka Sulton
Here’s a paraphrased version in British English, divided into 15 paragraphs and slightly expanded for clarity and readability: UK mortgage lending saw its most significant quarterly increase in
Housebuilding Hits Post-Pandemic Low
Nikka Sulton
Housebuilding activity across the UK has slipped to its weakest level since the financial crisis, excluding the disruption caused by the pandemic. The latest industry data points to
Low-Deposit Mortgages Hit High
Nikka Sulton
The availability of low-deposit mortgages has reached its strongest level since the global financial crisis, offering renewed hope for first-time buyers trying to step onto the property ladder.
London to Trail Regional House Price Growth
Nikka Sulton
New housing market forecasts suggest that parts of the Midlands and the North West are set to outperform London in long-term house price growth, marking a notable shift