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National Landlord Registration and Rent Dispute Changes Announced
The government will require all landlords in England to register rental properties and is transferring rent dispute decisions to HMRC’s Valuation Office. Letting agents must include registration numbers in adverts.
Government Announces National Landlord Registration Service
The government has outlined a new national landlord registration service, set to roll out regionally from December. Councils will use the database to identify rogue landlords.
Inspired Lending Reduces Bridging Loan Rates After Funding Boost
Inspired Lending has lowered its bridging loan rates following increased funding support from the Pears family. New rates are available immediately for first and second-charge bridging finance.
April Mortgages Launches Interest Only+ for Over 50s
April Mortgages has launched Interest Only+ for borrowers over 50, with no maximum age for sole applicants and a £24,000 minimum income requirement.
FCA’s Mills Review Raises Compliance Bar for AI in Mortgage Sector
The FCA’s Mills Review signals higher standards for evidencing compliance in the mortgage sector as AI use grows, without introducing new rules.
Over 8,500 Tenanted Homes for Sale Across England
More than 8,500 homes with tenants in situ are currently for sale in England, with the highest proportions in Yorkshire and the Humber, North West, and North East regions.
Scottish Building Society Expands Mortgage Lending to England and Wales
Scottish Building Society has expanded its mortgage lending across mainland UK, including England and Wales, and launched a professional mortgage offering.
April Mortgages Launches Interest-Only Product for Over-50s
April Mortgages has introduced an interest-only mortgage for borrowers over 50, with no maximum age at term end for single applicants and flexible income criteria.
Renters’ Rights Act Linked to Accelerated Rent Growth in Five English Regions
Rent growth has accelerated in five of England’s nine regions since the Renters’ Rights Act took effect in May, with average monthly rent rising by 0.6%.
TPFG Reports Record Results for First Half of 2026
The Property Franchise Group (TPFG) has reported record revenue and profits for the first half of 2026, with growth in franchising and financial services.
UK Mortgage Approvals Up 11% in Q2 2026, High LTV Lending Peaks
UK mortgage approvals rose by 11% in Q2 2026, with high loan-to-value lending reaching its highest level since 2008, according to PropertyWire.
Rent Arrears Impact 26% of UK Landlords in Past Year
More than one in four UK landlords faced rent arrears in the past year, according to Pegasus Insight research reported by PropertyWire.