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England’s Landlord Register to Launch in December 2026
A new national landlord register will launch in England from December 2026, starting in the West Midlands, with mandatory registration for all landlords by November 2027.
Nationwide Raises Selected Fixed and Tracker Mortgage Rates by Up to 0.20%
Nationwide will increase selected fixed and tracker mortgage rates by up to 0.20% from 10 September, affecting a range of products for buyers and remortgagers.
Landlords in England to Register Properties Under New Renters’ Rights Reforms
Private landlords in England must register rental properties under new Renters’ Rights Act reforms, with a national register rolling out from December 2026 and full compliance required by November 2027.
Access FS Unveils Elev8 CRM Platform for Adviser Productivity
Access Financial Services has launched Elev8, an in-house CRM developed with Evolve Tech Solutions to support adviser productivity and client management.
Cotality Joins Open Property Data Association
Property data and software firm Cotality has joined the Open Property Data Association (OPDA), bringing its extensive UK property database and digital workflow tools to the group.
Castle Trust Bank Launches New Medium HMO Mortgage Category
Castle Trust Bank has introduced a new price category for medium-sized HMOs, offering a five-year fixed rate at 5.99% for properties with seven to ten rooms.
National Landlord Register to Launch in December, Starting in West Midlands
A new national landlord registration service will launch in England on 15 December, starting in the West Midlands, with phased rollout and legal requirements for landlords and letting agents.
Countrywide Surveying Services Extends Valuation Deal with Coventry BS
Countrywide Surveying Services has renewed its contract to provide valuation services for Coventry Building Society and its subsidiary, Co-op Bank, supporting residential and buy-to-let mortgage lending.
Government to Launch PRS Database Across England from December
The UK Government will begin rolling out a private rented sector database in England from December as part of the Renters’ Rights Act. The phased rollout includes new landlord registration requirements and changes to rent increase challenges.
Industry Urged to Offer More Entry-Level Roles for Young Talent
A Mortgage Solutions report highlights the challenge young people face entering the mortgage and property sector due to experience requirements and calls for more entry-level opportunities.
Short-Lease Extension Decisions Unclear Amid Leasehold Reform Changes
Leaseholders face uncertainty over whether to extend short leases now or wait for leasehold reform, as key valuation rates remain undecided.
Mortgage Market Faces Confidence Gap Despite Lender Activity
Lenders remain active in the UK mortgage market, but uncertainty and negative narratives are impacting consumer confidence, according to John Phillips of Just Mortgages and Spicerhaart.