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Report Predicts One Third of Pensioners Could Be Renting by 2044
A new report suggests falling homeownership rates could mean over a third of pensioners will be renting by 2044, with implications for UK letting agents and inventory clerks.
Afin Bank Unveils Regulated Bridging Loans Up to 80% LTV
Afin Bank has launched a regulated bridging loan product offering up to 80% LTV, with loans from £50,000 to £3m and no monthly payments required.
Paragon Bank Launches Two-Year BBR Tracker Mortgages for Landlords
Paragon Bank has introduced two-year bank base rate tracker mortgage options for landlords, covering SSCs, HMOs, and MUBs, with rates starting from BBR plus 1%.
Maslow Capital Funds €21.3m Extended-Stay Hotel in Cork’s Georgian Quarter
Maslow Capital has provided €21.3 million to JMK Group for a 103-key extended-stay hotel in Cork’s Georgian Quarter, scheduled for completion in December 2027.
Government Expands Cladding Support to Lower-Rise Buildings
The government has announced new funding to remove unsafe cladding from lower-rise buildings under 11 metres, prioritising those with the greatest fire safety risks.
Shawbrook Raises Commercial Bridging Loans to 75% LTV
Shawbrook has increased the maximum loan-to-value on eligible commercial bridging loans to 75%, aiming to offer brokers more flexibility for clients purchasing or refurbishing commercial property.
British Mortgage Awards Mark 20 Years of Industry Excellence
The British Mortgage Awards have celebrated individual excellence in the mortgage sector for 20 years, with winners reflecting on industry changes and the awards' ongoing relevance.
GB Bank Appoints Asim Shirwani to Lead New Bridging Team
GB Bank has named Asim Shirwani as head of bridging to lead its new bridging team, with Victoria Mahy joining as business development manager.
Stark North-South Divide in Stamp Duty for First-Time Buyers Revealed
Eight in ten first-time buyers in London pay stamp duty, compared to fewer than one in ten in the North of England, according to Zoopla analysis.
Paragon Bank Expands Buy-to-Let Tracker and Fixed Rate Options
Paragon Bank has enhanced its buy-to-let tracker range with new two-year options and reduced rates on selected fixed-rate mortgages, offering more flexibility for landlords.
Shorter-Term Mortgages Remain Popular Despite Falling Rates
Moneyfacts data shows UK borrowers are favouring two-year fixed rate mortgages over five-year deals, even as interest rates begin to fall.
Mortgage Searches Rise in June Across Most Lending Categories
Mortgage searches increased in June 2026, with growth seen in most major lending categories, according to Twenty7tec. Buy-to-let activity remained subdued year-on-year.