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Gable Group Secures Funding for 100% LTV Mortgages for First-Time Buyers
Gable Group has secured institutional funding to launch 100% loan-to-value mortgages for first-time buyers in England and Wales, with up to £250m to be deployed over 12 months.
HSBC Reports £141.4bn Mortgage Loan Book in H1 2026 Results
HSBC's mortgage loan book reached £141.4bn at the end of June 2026, with the bank holding an 8.1% UK market share and ranking fifth in lending volumes.
FCA Mortgage Rule Review Highlights Importance of Advice
The FCA's Mortgage Rule Review proposes changes to make mortgages more accessible, with a focus on the continued importance of advice for complex borrower needs.
CHL Mortgages Launches Bridging Loans for Purchase and Refurbishment
CHL Mortgages has introduced a bridging loan range for both regulated and unregulated mortgages, initially available through selected mortgage clubs and packager panels.
Tribunal Confirms Refinancing Can Jeopardise Landlord Incorporation Relief
A First-tier Tribunal has confirmed that refinancing at the point of landlord incorporation can risk full Incorporation Relief, highlighting differences in tax outcomes for property business incorporations.
NatWest and Barclays Announce Mortgage Rate Reductions
NatWest and Barclays have reduced mortgage rates across various products, including buy-to-let and remortgage deals, effective late May 2026.
Proposed HMRC Penalties May Affect Landlords Over Tax Errors
Landlords could face penalties of up to 30% of unpaid tax for 'careless' mistakes in self-assessment returns under proposed HMRC rules.
Section 21 Deadline Triggers Surge in Landlord Possession Cases
Landlords rushed to seek possession as the Section 21 eviction deadline approached, with Landlord Action reporting its busiest month for enquiries in nearly a year.
South Asian Mortgage Professionals Network Aims to Boost Industry Representation
The South Asian Mortgage Professionals and Allies Network (SAMPAN) was founded to increase visibility and opportunity for South Asian talent in the UK mortgage sector.
ONS: Mortgaged Households Face Highest Five-Year Inflation Due to Rising Rates
ONS data shows mortgaged households experienced 37.6% inflation over five years, the highest among all tenure types, mainly due to increased mortgage interest rates.
Government Moves to Prevent Risky Council Investments
The government has announced new powers to prevent excessive borrowing and risky investments by councils, aiming to protect taxpayers and strengthen financial oversight.
Foxtons Reports Nearly Two-Thirds of Rental Applicants Are Overseas
Foxtons data shows almost two-thirds of its London rental applicants are from overseas, highlighting referencing challenges and increased demand for guarantor solutions.