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Homebuying Could Learn from Open Banking’s Collaborative Approach
A Mortgage Strategy report highlights how the homebuying process could benefit from industry-wide collaboration and digital standards, similar to Open Banking.
YBS Mortgage Lending Rises 7% to £4.6bn Despite Subdued Market
Yorkshire Building Society increased gross mortgage lending by 6.98% to £4.6bn in H1 2026, despite a subdued UK market and slower overall mortgage balance growth.
Metro Bank Considers Bid for Aldermore in Potential £2bn Deal
Metro Bank is considering making an offer to acquire Aldermore Bank, following Aldermore's sale by FirstRand. Other lenders are also reportedly interested.
Santander Adjusts Mortgage Affordability for Octopus Zero Bills Homes
Santander UK will exclude energy bills from mortgage affordability checks for buyers of Octopus Energy’s Zero Bills homes, potentially increasing borrowing limits.
Rely Completes £2.4m Remortgage on 55-Unit Northumberland Block
Specialist lender Rely has completed a £2.4 million remortgage for a 55-unit residential block in Northumberland, reflecting ongoing refinancing activity among portfolio landlords.
Conveyancers Urged to Strengthen Ties with Estate Agents
Research shows estate agent referrals are the top source for conveyancer appointments, with buyers valuing recommendations over price or online reviews.
Mortgage Advice Bureau Reports Revenue Growth Amid Challenging Market
Mortgage Advice Bureau saw higher first-half revenue and mortgage completions despite subdued consumer confidence and volatile mortgage pricing in the UK housing market.
FCA Rule Change Drives Surge in Mortgage Switching, Stonebridge Reports
Stonebridge research shows more UK borrowers are switching lenders after FCA affordability rule changes, with lower rates and higher loan amounts reported.
Nova Appoints Andrew Smith as Commercial Director
Nova has named Andrew Smith as commercial director to support its growth and strengthen its partner proposition, according to Mortgage Strategy.
Lenders Make 450,000 Product Updates in 2024, Says Twenty7tec
Twenty7tec reports lenders have made 450,000 product updates this year. The firm is offering a free trial of its ADAPT tool to help brokers manage these changes.
MAB Reports 16% Rise in Mortgage Completions Despite Market Challenges
Mortgage Advice Bureau saw a 16% increase in completions and 8% revenue growth in H1 2026, driven by refinancing amid a volatile UK property market.
Fine & Country Appoints James Diggins to Lead New Stockport and Saddleworth Licence
Fine & Country has appointed James Diggins to lead its new licence in Stockport and Saddleworth, expanding its premium property presence in Greater Manchester.