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BSA Calls for Modernised Legislation to Address Housing Market Challenges
The Building Societies Association has urged the government to modernise legislation, warning that home ownership could become increasingly dependent on family wealth.
Letting Agents Highlight Shortage of Suitable Homes for Older and Disabled Renters
Propertymark warns that older and disabled renters in England face challenges finding suitable accommodation as demand outpaces supply.
Mortgage Adviser Numbers Rise in H1 2026 as Market Shows Resilience
Over 300 new mortgage advice firms joined the FCA register in H1 2026, with adviser numbers increasing despite a fall in overall UK financial advisers.
Bellway CEO Urges Immediate Stamp Duty Cut and FTB Deposit Scheme
Bellway CEO Jason Honeyway has called for an immediate reduction in stamp duty and a deposit scheme for first-time buyers, following the government's decision not to reform stamp duty in the Autumn Budget.
Letting Agents Warn of Rise in AI-Generated Tenant Complaints
Letting agents report an increase in AI-generated tenant complaints, many of which are lengthy, inaccurate, or lack merit, according to a Mortgage Solutions report.
Landlord Possession Claims Rise Ahead of Renters Rights Act
New figures show an increase in landlord possession and accelerated possession claims in early 2026, before the Renters Rights Act took effect.
Later Life Lending Grows Among Higher-Value UK Homeowners
More2Life reports a rise in lifetime mortgages among owners of properties valued at £700,000 or more, with detached and semi-detached homes leading demand.
FOS Unveils Streamlined Complaints Process After FCA Consultation
The Financial Ombudsman Service has announced updates to its complaints process, including clearer procedures and new case dismissal powers, following a joint consultation with the FCA.
Nottingham Councillor Suspended Over HMO Licensing Prosecution
A Nottingham city councillor has been suspended by her party following a prosecution for failing to licence a House of Multiple Occupation.
Andy Burnham Considers Major Reform of UK Property Taxes
Andy Burnham is considering changes to property taxation, including possible reform or abolition of stamp duty and council tax, as part of efforts to fund social care and defence.
Letting Agent Issues Warning as Legal Document Deadline Nears
Landlords have less than a week to provide a required legal document to tenants, following new obligations under the Renters’ Rights Act.
Paragon Development Finance Reaches £4bn Lending Milestone
Paragon Development Finance has surpassed £4bn in lending, funding over 900 projects and 16,000 new homes since 2018, with a growing focus on SME housebuilders and northern England.