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AMI and IMLA Respond to FCA Mortgage Consultation on Market Access
AMI and IMLA have responded to the FCA's consultation on mortgage market access, focusing on proposals to help first-time buyers and under-served borrowers.
Twenty7tec and ZeroKey Integration Aims to Cut Admin for Advice Firms
Twenty7tec has launched an integration between its ADVICE platform and ZeroKey to reduce manual data entry for advice firms, aiming to improve efficiency and data accuracy.
UK Semi-Commercial Lending Set to Exceed £1bn in 2026
UK semi-commercial mortgage lending is expected to surpass £1bn in 2026, driven by increased borrower demand, lender competition, and a wider product range, according to Tab research.
John Godfrey Appointed Chair of Equity Release Council
John Godfrey has been named chair of the Equity Release Council, succeeding David Burrowes in October after nine years. The appointment comes as demand for later life lending grows.
Estate Agents Use AI Platform to Capture Out-of-Hours Property Leads
Estate and lettings agents are adopting an AI platform to capture property enquiries outside office hours, as buyer search behaviour shifts to AI assistants. Jaiyn.ai offers a subscription service for small and medium-sized agencies.
Stamp Duty and Lack of Suitable Homes Prevent Older Homeowners from Moving
Nearly half of over-65s see stamp duty as a barrier to moving home, with many also citing a lack of suitable properties, according to Family Building Society research.
Paragon Reports 4.3% Rise in Lending, Driven by Commercial Growth
Paragon Banking Group increased gross lending by 4.3% to £2.06bn in the nine months to 30 June 2026, with commercial lending outpacing mortgage growth.
Barclays, CHL and Nottingham Announce Further Rate Increases
Barclays, CHL and Nottingham Building Society are raising rates on a range of mortgage products this week, affecting both residential and buy-to-let deals.
Ex-Connells CEO Wins Age Discrimination and Unfair Dismissal Tribunal
David Livesey, former Connells chief executive, has won employment tribunal claims for age discrimination and unfair dismissal after his departure from the company.
AI Adoption Now Standard, Not a Competitive Edge in UK Property Sector
AI is becoming a standard tool in the UK property sector, with competitive advantage now depending on organisational capability rather than technology alone.
London Credit Raises LTV to 70% and Cuts Commercial Rates
London Credit has increased its maximum loan to value to 70% and reduced commercial rates, with pricing now starting from 0.72% per month. The changes apply to a range of commercial property transactions.
Tenant Fraud Now a Major Risk for UK Landlords, Data Shows
Tenant fraud has become a significant issue for UK landlords, with cases rising sharply and most losses unrecovered. Robust referencing and identity checks are now essential.