Mortgage rates in the UK are beginning to rise again as lenders respond to growing global uncertainty. Concerns that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East could increase
UK Mortgage Costs Rise on Conflict
Nationwide Backs EPC Upgrade Scheme
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Nationwide Building Society is significantly expanding its interest-free green loan scheme, offering more mortgage customers the chance to fund energy-efficient home improvements. The move comes amid growing awareness
Councils Failing to Collect Most Landlord Fines
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Local councils across England are facing criticism after new research suggested that many are failing to properly enforce rental regulations against rogue landlords. The findings also reveal that
UK House Prices Hit £301K in February
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The average price of a home in the UK increased by 0.6% in October, which is equivalent to a rise of £1,647. This pushed the typical property price
Mortgage Rates Set to Rise Soon
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Pillar guide: bridging vs refurb-to-let — how UK property investors recycle £40k of starting capital into 5-property portfolios. Related guide: HMO mortgage rates. Several major UK mortgage providers
EPC Targets Raise Landlord Costs
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Landlords across England and Wales could face significant costs as they work to meet the government’s planned energy efficiency requirements by 2030. New research from Just Landlords estimates
Halifax Cuts Mortgage Rates Amid Conflict
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Most mortgage lenders have paused plans to reduce rates this week, as rising tensions in the Middle East create fresh uncertainty for global markets. The conflict has raised
RRA Supply Impact Unknown
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The government has acknowledged it has not conducted an assessment on how ending fixed-term tenancies under the Renters’ Rights Act will affect the rental market. In response to
Tenants Using AI to Fake Property Damage?
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Pillar guide: best UK cities for BRRRR — how UK property investors recycle £40k of starting capital into 5-property portfolios. Related guide: how Article 4 directions work. Concerns
Mortgage Rate Cuts Put on Hold by Lenders
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Some mortgage lenders are putting planned rate cuts on hold as economic uncertainty grows following rising tensions in the Middle East. According to financial data provider Moneyfacts, swap