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Homebuyers Prioritise Energy Bills Over Paying Premium for Efficient Homes
Most UK homebuyers consider energy efficiency important, but few are willing to pay significantly more for greener homes, according to LRG research.
Halifax, TSB, BM Solutions and HSBC Announce Further Mortgage Rate Increases
Major lenders Halifax, TSB, BM Solutions and HSBC have announced further mortgage rate increases across residential and buy-to-let products, with changes affecting new and existing borrowers.
Lloyds Finds Major Price Gaps Between Neighbouring UK Postcodes
Lloyds research shows homebuyers could save up to 47% by choosing properties in postcodes neighbouring the UK's most expensive areas, with significant regional differences.
Chestertons Reports Rent Increases Following Renters’ Rights Act
Chestertons claims over a third of landlords have raised asking rents since the Renters’ Rights Act, with tenants making more enquiries and comparing properties.
Landlords' Average Rental Income Reaches Record £89,000: Pegasus Insight
Pegasus Insight reports landlords' average annual income has risen to a record £89,000, based on research with NRLA members. Tenant satisfaction and longer tenancies were also highlighted.
Bellway Reports Weaker Housing Demand Amid Higher Mortgage Rates
Bellway warns that higher mortgage rates and rising construction costs are impacting the UK housing market, with a slowdown in homebuyer demand and fewer private reservations.
UniHomes Achieves +61 NPS in Letting Agent Survey
UniHomes received a +61 Net Promoter Score from over 100 UK letting agents in its 2026 partner survey, with 70% rating the platform 9 or 10 out of 10.
FCA Data Shows 1.87 Million Complaints: Reviews Offer Key Insights
FCA data shows 1.87 million complaints in H2 2025, with home finance complaints down 3.8%. Reviews provide valuable insight beyond formal complaints for UK property professionals.
One in Five UK Adults Use Loans to Fund Private Healthcare
The Exeter reports 19% of UK adults have used credit cards or loans for private healthcare, with younger adults and men more likely to borrow. Financial strain is impacting wellbeing and work.
Market Uncertainty as Stamp Duty and Land Value Tax Reforms Discussed
Ongoing discussions about abolishing Stamp Duty and introducing a Land Value Tax are causing uncertainty in the UK property market, with reported impacts on transactions and landlord confidence.
Lender Survey Highlights Delays and Solutions in UK Property Transactions
A Conveyancing Association survey finds post-offer queries are causing delays in UK property transactions, with clearer guidance and digital communication suggested as solutions.
AI Challenges Spot-Checking as Compliance Standard in UK Property Sector
Spot-checking case files is no longer a viable compliance strategy, as AI enables full file reviews and changes regulatory expectations in the UK property sector.