Prime Minister Rules Out Stamp Duty Changes in Autumn Budget
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Prime Minister Rules Out Stamp Duty Changes in Autumn Budget

The prime minister has confirmed there will be no changes to stamp duty in the upcoming autumn budget, clarifying the government's position for the UK property sector.

28 July 2026 · 1 min read
New Home Registrations Drop 4% Amid Economic Pressures on UK Housebuilders
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New Home Registrations Drop 4% Amid Economic Pressures on UK Housebuilders

UK new home registrations fell by 4% in Q2 2026, with private sector registrations down and regional variations reported, according to NHBC figures.

28 July 2026 · 2 min read
HMO Landlords Lead UK Rental Sector on Energy Efficiency Upgrades
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HMO Landlords Lead UK Rental Sector on Energy Efficiency Upgrades

Paragon Bank research finds 66% of HMO landlords have properties rated EPC A to C, outpacing the wider UK housing stock. Many landlords are also absorbing higher energy costs.

28 July 2026 · 1 min read
ModaMortgages Launches Limited Edition BTL Range With No Application Fees
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ModaMortgages Launches Limited Edition BTL Range With No Application Fees

ModaMortgages has introduced a limited edition buy-to-let product range with no application fees, offering fixed rates for single dwellings, HMOs, and MUFBs.

28 July 2026 · 1 min read
Nottingham Building Society Promotes Four in Intermediary Sales Team
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Nottingham Building Society Promotes Four in Intermediary Sales Team

Nottingham Building Society has promoted four members of its intermediary sales team and plans new product launches in the second half of the year.

28 July 2026 · 1 min read
Broker Conveyancing Unveils £175 Fixed-Price Remortgage Package via Hub
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Broker Conveyancing Unveils £175 Fixed-Price Remortgage Package via Hub

Broker Conveyancing has launched a £175 fixed-price remortgage package through its new Hub, aiming to improve fee transparency and streamline the referral process for brokers.

28 July 2026 · 1 min read
Mortgage Affordability Hits Lowest Point Since 2008, Says UK Finance
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Mortgage Affordability Hits Lowest Point Since 2008, Says UK Finance

UK homebuyers are now spending more of their income on mortgage repayments than at any time since 2008, with affordability pressures especially acute in East Anglia and the London commuter belt.

28 July 2026 · 1 min read
Debate Grows Over Air Conditioning Restrictions in UK Housing Developments
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Debate Grows Over Air Conditioning Restrictions in UK Housing Developments

A campaign to restrict air conditioning in new UK residential developments is highlighted as part of wider environmental regulation concerns affecting housing delivery.

28 July 2026 · 2 min read
Buckinghamshire Building Society Cuts Rates on Residential and BTL Products
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Buckinghamshire Building Society Cuts Rates on Residential and BTL Products

Buckinghamshire Building Society has reduced rates across its residential, impaired credit, and buy-to-let lending products, including options for expat landlords.

28 July 2026 · 1 min read
Landlords Increase Tenant Checks Amid Rising Costs
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Landlords Increase Tenant Checks Amid Rising Costs

Landlords are raising rents and becoming more selective with tenants as costs rise, according to research cited by Property118.

28 July 2026 · 1 min read
Leeds Letting Agent Dismissed After Alleged Benefits Discrimination
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Leeds Letting Agent Dismissed After Alleged Benefits Discrimination

A Leeds letting agency has dismissed an employee after a recording appeared to show discussion of filtering out tenants on benefits, which is banned under the Renters' Rights Act.

28 July 2026 · 2 min read
Burnham Confirms No Stamp Duty Reform in Next Budget
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Burnham Confirms No Stamp Duty Reform in Next Budget

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has confirmed there will be no changes to Stamp Duty in the upcoming Budget, following speculation about possible reforms.

28 July 2026 · 2 min read