Halifax Intermediaries Revises Mortgage Rates and Terms

Nikka Sulton 

Starting tomorrow, Tuesday 1st April, Halifax Intermediaries will roll out several updates to its mortgage product range. These changes will affect a wide range of borrowers, including homemovers,

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Buyers’ Market Emerges Amid Surge in Property Listings

Nikka Sulton 

The latest data from Zoopla reveals that the property market is becoming increasingly flooded with listings. This surge in supply is providing buyers with significantly more options than

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EPC Refurbs Push Landlords to Bridging Loans

Nikka Sulton 

Refurbishments and energy efficiency upgrades aimed at improving rental property EPC ratings are expected to fuel the demand for bridging loans this year. This projection comes from Octane

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UK House Prices Surge with £15k Rise in One Area

Nikka Sulton 

UK house prices maintained their upward trend in January 2025, with every region across the country experiencing growth in property values. The North East of England saw the

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UK Rental Prices Rise 8.1% in February – ONS

Nikka Sulton 

Average monthly private rents in the UK increased by 8.1% year-on-year in February, reaching £1,326, according to figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This marks a

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Millions Face Benefit Cuts as Reeves Urges Work Reform

Nikka Sulton 

Benefit cuts and civil service job reductions were announced today as part of Rachel Reeves’ sombre Spring Statement. Facing a bleak economic outlook, the Chancellor took steps to

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UK Inflation Slows to 2.8%, but Relief May Be Brief

Nikka Sulton 

The U.K.’s inflation rate dipped marginally to 2.8% in February, according to data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This figure came in just below analysts’

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Half of Tenants Unaware of Renters’ Rights Bill

Nikka Sulton 

A recent study conducted by mortgage market specialist Pegasus Insight highlights that 43% of tenants have little to no knowledge about the Renters’ Rights Bill (RRB). The findings

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Stamp Duty Rise for Landlords Ahead?

Nikka Sulton 

Rachel Reeves may be preparing to impose additional tax burdens on landlords by increasing the stamp duty surcharge for second home buyers, according to concerns raised by property

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Serial Offender Landlord Fined for Breaches

Nikka Sulton 

A landlord operating a house in multiple occupation (HMO) has recently faced prosecution by Broxtowe Council, located in Nottinghamshire. This legal action followed a complaint lodged by one

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