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Atom bank issues £1.75m loan for London-Essex industrial property
Atom bank has provided a £1.75 million commercial mortgage for a light industrial unit on the London-Essex border, supporting further acquisitions in the sector.
New Awards Programme Launched for Brokerage Estate Agents
A new awards programme for self-employed and brokerage-based estate and lettings agents has opened for nominations, with the first ceremony set for October 2026 in Birmingham.
FCA Calls for Greater Clarity on Support for Vulnerable Customers
The FCA has found that many firms are not clearly demonstrating how they support vulnerable customers, urging improvements under Consumer Duty requirements.
West Brom Building Society Cuts Two-Year Fixed Mortgage Rates
West Brom Building Society has reduced rates on its two-year fixed purchase mortgages by up to 0.18%, with new rates at 90% and 95% LTV now available.
Homebuyers Increasingly Prioritise Heat Performance in UK Properties
Estate agents in Essex and Suffolk report a rise in homebuyer enquiries about how properties cope with extreme heat, as buyers focus on insulation, ventilation, and cooling features.
FCA Urged to Mandate Later Life Lending Advice for Older Borrowers
Calls have been made for the FCA to require advisers to discuss later life lending options with older borrowers, as few currently access these products.
New Build Developments at Lowest Level Since 2017, Rightmove Reports
Rightmove research finds new build housing developments at their lowest level since January 2017, despite government plans to increase homebuilding.
Lenders Cut Fixed Mortgage Rates Amid Intensifying Competition
UK lenders have reduced fixed mortgage rates this week, with the average two-year fixed now at 5.46% and the five-year at 5.51%, according to Moneyfacts.
Rightmove: Removing Stamp Duty Could Aid First-Time Buyers of New Builds
Rightmove has suggested that removing stamp duty for first-time buyers could improve access to new-build and resale homes, as new-build supply hits its lowest level since 2017.
Landlord Sentiment Survey Q2 2026: Majority Plan to Sell or Hold
Property118's Q2 2026 survey finds most UK landlords are holding or reducing portfolios, with over two-thirds expecting to sell or exit in the next three years.
Transparency in Property Listings Linked to Higher Trust, Data Shows
Research and industry data indicate that estate agents who disclose property flaws upfront may gain commercial advantage in a sector where consumer trust remains below 35%.
Landlord Seeks Simple MTD Software Ahead of 2027 Deadline
A landlord has expressed concern about preparing for Making Tax Digital (MTD) requirements, seeking a straightforward software solution compatible with Xero.