Major lenders have recently cut their mortgage rates, with brokers now predicting that some of the best deals could dip below 3.5% early next year. Over the past
Mortgage War: Rates Near 3.5%?
RICS: Market Bounce-Back Now in 2026
Nikka Sulton
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
Landlords Face £3k–£35k Fines Under New Rules
Nikka Sulton
Related guide: selective licensing schemes by council. For landlords trying to dodge the new fine regime, the cleanest route is structural — see our guide on how to
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.