LendInvest and Aldermore Expand Buy-to-Let Product Ranges
Market Updates

LendInvest and Aldermore Expand Buy-to-Let Product Ranges

LendInvest has launched a semi-commercial buy-to-let product, while Aldermore has introduced new five-year fixed rate limited edition products for landlords.

30 June 2026 · 1 min read
Nationwide to Cut 600 Jobs After Virgin Money Takeover
Market Updates

Nationwide to Cut 600 Jobs After Virgin Money Takeover

Nationwide Building Society is expected to cut 600 jobs following its acquisition of Virgin Money, with staff and unions currently in consultation over redundancies.

30 June 2026 · 1 min read
Gen H and Principality Lower Mortgage and Product Transfer Rates
Market Updates

Gen H and Principality Lower Mortgage and Product Transfer Rates

Gen H has reduced rates across several mortgage products, while Principality Building Society will lower product transfer rates by up to 25 basis points.

30 June 2026 · 2 min read
Dantis Capital Secures £5m Bridging Facility from Aldermore
Market Updates

Dantis Capital Secures £5m Bridging Facility from Aldermore

Dantis Capital has obtained a £5m block bridging facility from Aldermore to expand its lending for residential and commercial property transactions in England and Wales.

30 June 2026 · 1 min read
Paragon Bank Launches £1,000 Cashback on Selected BTL Mortgage Products
Market Updates

Paragon Bank Launches £1,000 Cashback on Selected BTL Mortgage Products

Paragon Bank has introduced £1,000 cashback on 21 selected buy-to-let mortgage products, including five-year fixed rates for various property types.

30 June 2026 · 1 min read
Housing Secretary Considers State-Owned Housing Developer Scheme
Market Updates

Housing Secretary Considers State-Owned Housing Developer Scheme

Steve Reed is exploring plans for a state-run housing developer to build commercial and affordable homes, according to a Guardian report cited by Mortgage Solutions.

30 June 2026 · 2 min read
Hodge Lifts LTI Cap for High Earners; Lenders Cut Mortgage Rates
Market Updates

Hodge Lifts LTI Cap for High Earners; Lenders Cut Mortgage Rates

Hodge Bank has removed loan-to-income caps for borrowers earning £40,000 or more. Tipton, Virgin Money, and Principality have announced reductions to selected mortgage rates.

30 June 2026 · 2 min read
Homebuyer Demand Falls 15% Year-on-Year, Majority of Homes Unsold After Six Months
Market Updates

Homebuyer Demand Falls 15% Year-on-Year, Majority of Homes Unsold After Six Months

Homebuyer demand has dropped 15% year-on-year, with three in five homes listed since January still unsold after six months, according to Zoopla.

30 June 2026 · 2 min read
Just Mortgages Celebrates 10 Years of Self-Employed Adviser Division
Market Updates

Just Mortgages Celebrates 10 Years of Self-Employed Adviser Division

Just Mortgages marks the 10th anniversary of its self-employed division, which now accounts for nearly 75% of its adviser headcount and plans further national expansion.

30 June 2026 · 1 min read
Residential Property Sales Drop 2% in May Amid Market Uncertainty
Market Updates

Residential Property Sales Drop 2% in May Amid Market Uncertainty

HMRC data shows UK residential property sales fell 2% in May 2026 compared to April, with affordability and economic pressures impacting the market.

30 June 2026 · 1 min read
InventoryBase vs The Property AI: UK Inventory App Comparison
Estate Agents

InventoryBase vs The Property AI: UK Inventory App Comparison

Choosing the right property inventory app is crucial for UK landlords and agents. We compare InventoryBase and The Property AI on features, pricing, and compliance to help you decide.

13 June 2026 · 4 min read
Renters' Rights Act: Who Is Responsible for Compliance?
Estate Agents

Renters' Rights Act: Who Is Responsible for Compliance?

The Renters' Rights Act introduces new compliance challenges for landlords and letting agents. This article clarifies legal responsibilities, liability, and offers a practical checklist to ensure both parties stay compliant and avoid costly mistakes.

13 June 2026 · 5 min read