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Rightmove Hosts Free Renters Rights Act Webinar for Letting Agents
Rightmove is holding a free webinar today for letting agents on the Renters Rights Act, featuring guidance from industry expert David d’Orton-Gibson.
Fixed Mortgage Rates See Largest Monthly Drop Since October 2024
Moneyfacts data shows average two- and five-year fixed mortgage rates fell to 5.52%, marking the biggest monthly reduction since October 2024.
Dudley Building Society Cuts Rates Across Mortgage Products
Dudley Building Society has reduced rates by up to 100 basis points on selected residential, buy-to-let, holiday let, and expat mortgage products.
Majority of Aspiring UK Homeowners Doubt They Will Get on Property Ladder
Over half of aspiring UK homeowners doubt they will ever buy a home, according to new research by HomeOwners Alliance. Misunderstandings about mortgages and financial barriers are key factors.
GB Bank Now Available on Sourcing Brain and Criteria Brain Platforms
GB Bank has been added to Mortgage Brain's Sourcing Brain and Criteria Brain, allowing brokers to access and compare its specialist lending products, including buy-to-let and bridging finance.
Many Tenants Struggle to Find Suitable Homes Despite Affordability
A quarter of tenants feel landlords have the upper hand, according to LRG's Spring 2026 Lettings Report, which surveyed 650 landlords and tenants across England and Wales.
Knowledge Bank Forms Partnership with Brilliant Solutions
Knowledge Bank has partnered with specialist mortgage packager Brilliant Solutions to provide brokers with enhanced support in specialist lending areas.
Landlords Voice Concerns Over £25,000 PRS Ombudsman Compensation Cap
Landlords have expressed alarm at proposals for the PRS Ombudsman to award up to £25,000 in compensation to tenants, raising concerns about a growing compensation culture in the private rented sector.
Government Clarifies Subletting Rules for Shared Owners with Building Safety Issues
The government says shared owners unable to sell due to building safety issues should be allowed to sublet their homes.
Lettings Industry Figure Warns of Damage from Political Upheaval
A leading lettings figure has warned that ongoing political upheaval, including frequent changes in Prime Minister and housing ministers, could damage the sector.
Report Predicts Rise in Pensioners Renting as Homeownership Falls
A new report warns that one in three pensioners could be renting by 2044 as homeownership declines, with implications for the UK rental sector.
PropertyBox: Video Posts Drive Six Times More Impressions Than Images
PropertyBox reports that estate agents using professionally produced video posts on social media generated six times more impressions than static images in June 2026.