A number of updates from a UK mortgage lender are expected to make it easier for landlords to sell properties directly to their tenants, while also opening up
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Where Did 2.2M Rental Homes Go?
March 2026 marks ten years since the introduction of the stamp duty surcharge on second homes, a policy that significantly changed the financial landscape for property investors. Introduced
Fury Over Migrants and New Homes by 2030
New analysis has suggested that close to four in ten homes built in the UK by 2030 may be required to house migrants. The figures have sparked debate
Renters’ Rights Act Fuels Complaints
Although the Renters’ Rights Act is not set to take effect until 1 May 2026, early signs indicate it is already influencing tenant behaviour and prompting more disputes.
UK Buyer Demand Falls Amid Iran Crisis
The UK housing market has shown signs of slowing as uncertainty from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East weighs on buyer confidence. According to the latest Residential
Oil Surge Fuels Bets on Rate Rise
Expectations around interest rates set by the Bank of England have changed quickly as global events begin to affect financial markets. Investors are reassessing the outlook for borrowing
UK Mortgage Rates Rise Amid Iran War
Mortgage rates in the UK have started to rise again as lenders react to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which has raised concerns about inflation and
Landlord Sell-Off to Drive Rent Rises
Rents across the UK could increase again in the coming months as more landlords leave the rental market, according to the latest market snapshot from Royal Institution of
Mortgage Deals Pulled as Rates Top 5%
Mortgage rates in the UK have risen above the 5% mark as lenders respond to growing market uncertainty by withdrawing hundreds of mortgage products. The latest figures show
£48bn Drop in PRS Value
The total value of homes within the UK’s private rented sector (PRS) dropped by £48 billion in 2025, representing the largest yearly decline recorded this century. The figures