A recent survey has revealed that UK rents are expected to climb further as the number of rental listings has dropped sharply. The findings indicate growing pressure in
UK Rents to Rise as Listings Fall
Why Mortgage Rates Are Rising After Rate Cut
Nikka Sulton
Feeling frustrated by the current mortgage market? Got a question about your mortgage that you need answered? Financial experts are regularly on hand to help. In this case,
Santander Raises Mortgage Cap by 24%
Nikka Sulton
Some couples applying for a mortgage with Santander could see their borrowing capacity increase by as much as £130,000 overnight. This follows the bank’s decision to loosen its
One Rule for Landlords and Another for Councils
Nikka Sulton
Recent headlines have brought attention to a widening gap between the rules imposed on private landlords and the reality of conditions in council-managed housing. It is an issue
Landlord Leasing Scheme Extended to 22 Councils
Nikka Sulton
The Government has announced that its leasing scheme for private landlords will now be extended to include 22 local councils across the country. This move aims to make
Two-Year UK Mortgage Rates Fall Below Five-Year
Nikka Sulton
For the first time since Liz Truss’s “mini” Budget in 2022, borrowers in the UK can now secure a cheaper two-year fixed mortgage deal compared with a five-year
Down Valuations: When You and Your Lender Disagree
Nikka Sulton
Mortgage brokers are reporting a growing trend of valuers placing much lower price tags on properties than their true market worth — a practice many in the industry
Pet Damage Cover Launches Ahead of Renters’ Bill
Nikka Sulton
Total Landlord has announced the launch of a brand-new pet damage protection policy, introduced ahead of the anticipated implementation of the Renters’ Rights Bill. The move comes as
Lenders Pause Mortgages After BoE Rate Cut
Nikka Sulton
Despite the Bank of England’s recent decision to cut interest rates, many lenders have opted to keep their mortgage rates steady. However, first-time buyers could still secure deals
UK House Prices Still on the Rise
Nikka Sulton
The housing market in Wales has continued to show resilience over the past year, with the latest figures from Halifax revealing a 2.7% rise in average property prices.