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Property Lawyer Warns: British Citizenship Not Always Enough to Buy a Home
A property law firm warns that British citizenship and residency may not guarantee a smooth home purchase, as buyers with foreign-sounding names face extra scrutiny from lenders.
Property Industry Football Match Raises Nearly £15,000 for GOSH Charity
A football match organised by MT Finance raised £14,824 for Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity, exceeding its original fundraising target.
Calls for New Chancellor to Support First-Time Buyers Ahead of Autumn Budget
Moneyfacts has warned that first-time buyers need more support, as speculation about tax changes grows ahead of the Autumn Budget.
Martin & Co Worcester Franchisee Makes Third Acquisition in 12 Months
Nirvair Sander, Martin & Co's Worcester franchisee, has acquired Parsons Choice in Stoke Prior, marking his third acquisition in a year.
Shawbrook and TML Announce Enhancements to Buy-to-Let Product Ranges
Shawbrook and The Mortgage Lender have introduced new buy-to-let products and reduced rates across selected offerings, including limited edition and HMO options.
Lifetime Mortgage Lending Drops in Q1 as RIO Sales Increase
UK Finance reports a fall in lifetime mortgage lending to older borrowers in Q1 2026, while retirement interest-only (RIO) mortgage sales rose.
First-Time Buyers Raise Budgets by £10,000 Despite Falling Numbers
Zoopla reports first-time buyers are targeting homes £10,000 higher than last year, even as their numbers fall by 6%. Average first-time buyer budgets and regional trends are highlighted.
Final Call for Entries: Mortgage Strategy Specialist Lending Awards 2026
Entries for the Mortgage Strategy Specialist Lending Awards 2026 close on Friday 29 May at 11.55pm. Winners will be announced at The Belfry Hotel & Resort on 15 September 2026.
Landlord Prosecuted for Ignoring Improvement Notice in Long Sutton
A landlord was prosecuted after failing to comply with an Improvement Notice issued by South Holland council due to serious hazards at a Long Sutton rental property.
Tenants Say Landlords Make EV Charging Difficult
Some tenants report difficulties charging electric cars due to landlord actions, though most renters say EV charging is easy.
Build To Rent Sector Sees 79% Drop in New Starts
New figures from Savills show Build To Rent starts have fallen by 79%, according to Landlord Today.
TSB, Coventry and Leek Announce Reductions on Buy-to-Let and Fixed Rate Mortgages
TSB, Coventry for intermediaries, and Leek Building Society have announced reductions on buy-to-let and fixed rate mortgage products, affecting a range of LTV bands and borrower types.