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Danehurst Secures £18m Refinancing for Edinburgh Student Scheme
Danehurst has completed an £18 million refinancing of The Pepper Mill, a 155-studio student accommodation development in Edinburgh, amid ongoing supply shortages in the city.
Government Change and Home Buying Reform Lead Mortgage Broker News
Governmental change and home buying reform were the most read topics among mortgage brokers this week, according to Mortgage Solutions.
Earl Shilton BS Reports £32m in Mortgage Lending and Record Balances
Earl Shilton Building Society completed £32m in new mortgage lending for the year ending 31 March 2026, with mortgage balances reaching a record £156.5m.
The Mortgage Works Reduces Switcher Rates for Existing BTL Customers
The Mortgage Works is cutting switcher rates by up to 0.25% on selected buy-to-let and limited company products for existing customers, effective 27 June 2026.
Landlords Urged to Reassess Cashflow Return on Equity for Rental Properties
A Property118 report highlights the importance of cashflow return on equity as a benchmark for landlords deciding whether to retain rental properties amid rising compliance and costs.
Upper Tribunal Confirms Broad Definition of 'Business' in HMRC Appeal
The Upper Tribunal has dismissed HMRC's appeal in a case clarifying that investment activity can constitute a 'business' for tax purposes, with implications for landlord incorporations.
Upper Tribunal Decision Prompts Rethink on HMRC Landlord Incorporation Relief Guidance
A recent Upper Tribunal case has highlighted potential issues with HMRC's guidance on landlord incorporation relief, focusing on the definition of 'business' rather than hours worked.
Vagrancy Act Repealed: Rough Sleeping No Longer a Crime in England
The government will repeal the Vagrancy Act on 29 June 2026, ending the criminalisation of rough sleeping and begging after nearly 200 years.
Leaseholders Face Uncertainty Over Rooftop Developments
A leaseholder in north London reports that planning permission for rooftop development was granted on their block, highlighting concerns about limited protections for residents.
UK Short-Let Guest Nights Surpass 100 Million in 2025
ONS figures show over 100 million guest nights were booked through online platforms for UK short-let accommodation in 2025, up 11.5% from 2024.
More Buy to Let Lenders Announce Mortgage Rate Reductions
Fleet Mortgages, The Mortgage Works, Accord Mortgages, and Coventry for intermediaries have reduced buy to let mortgage rates, with Atom bank improving parts of its commercial lending proposition.
Government Sets EPC B Target for Large Commercial Buildings by 2031
The government will require commercial buildings over 1,000 square metres in England and Wales to meet EPC B standards by 2031, where cost-effective.