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More Lenders Announce Buy-to-Let Mortgage Rate Cuts
Several lenders, including Paragon Bank and Accord Mortgages, have announced reductions to their buy-to-let mortgage rates and changes to product ranges.
Savills Warns Government Will Miss Housebuilding Target by Over 660,000 Homes
Savills forecasts England will fall over 660,000 homes short of the government's 1.5 million housebuilding target by 2029/30, with completions expected to average 167,500 per year.
Stylish Bedrooms Feature in Homes for Sale Across England and Wales
A selection of homes for sale in England and Wales feature stylish bedrooms, including properties in London, Powys, Cumbria, Suffolk, and Worcestershire.
CJ Hole Relocates Burnham-on-Sea Branch to New Somerset Premises
CJ Hole has moved its Burnham-on-Sea branch to new premises in Somerset, marking the 12th office for franchise owner Chris Hill. The branch continues to offer sales, lettings, and property management.
South-Facing Gardens Maintain £20,000 Premium Despite Heatwaves
Research from Yopa finds south-facing gardens still command a £20,000 premium, with 82% of homeowners preferring them, despite concerns about heatwaves affecting their desirability.
Government Extends Cladding Funding to Low-Rise Buildings
The Government has extended cladding remediation funding to buildings under 11 metres, prioritising support based on risk rather than height.
Bank of England Chief Economist Warns Interest Rates May Need to Rise
Bank of England chief economist Huw Pill has warned that interest rates may need to rise over the coming year to control inflation, following the Bank's recent decision to hold rates at 3.75%.
New Build Housing Listings Hit Lowest Level Since 2017
The number of new build housing developments listed for sale has dropped to its lowest point since 2017, according to Rightmove data reported by PropertyWire.
Speculation Grows Over Next Chancellor and Future of Property Tax
Speculation surrounds who will succeed Rachel Reeves as Chancellor, with differing views on property tax among leading candidates. Letting agents and inventory clerks may see changes depending on the appointee.
Mortgage Industry Urges Policy Reform as 3.5 Million Households Locked Out
The mortgage industry is calling for policy changes to address barriers preventing 3.5 million UK households from accessing homeownership, according to IMLA and Yorkshire Building Society.
FCA Opened Only One Mortgage Fraud Investigation in 2025
The FCA opened just one mortgage fraud investigation in 2025, a decline from previous years, raising questions about regulatory oversight in the UK property sector.
Two-Year Fixed Mortgages Gain Popularity as Rates Edge Lower
Demand for two-year fixed-rate mortgages is rising among UK homebuyers and remortgagers, while interest in five-year fixes declines, according to Moneyfactscompare.co.uk.