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BTL Portfolio Share Sales Rise, Offering New Opportunities for Brokers
Buy-to-let portfolio share sales are increasing as retiring landlords seek smoother exits, creating new opportunities for brokers and investors, according to Mortgage Solutions.
Sancus Lending Reviews Channel Islands Amid £3.4m H1 Loss
Sancus Lending Group is reviewing its Channel Islands business after reporting a £3.4m operating loss before tax for H1 2026, despite growth in UK and Ireland markets.
First-Time Buyer Affordability Hits Post-Credit Crunch High in June
First-time buyer affordability reached its most severe level since the financial crisis in June, with mortgage payments at 22.6% of gross income, according to UK Finance.
Specialist Commercial Lending Sees 20 Years of Growth and Diversification
InterBay marks its 20th anniversary as the specialist commercial lending market reflects on two decades of growth, increased complexity, and diversification, according to Mortgage Solutions.
UTB Reduces Buy-to-Let Rates and Eases Criteria for Landlords
United Trust Bank has cut rates on its buy-to-let mortgage range and removed the minimum property ownership period, with rates now starting from 3.89%.
YBS Appoints Mather and Kettle to Senior Homes Division Roles
Yorkshire Building Society has named Catherine Mather and Sophia Kettle to senior leadership roles in its homes division, focusing on residential mortgages and buy-to-let.
Majority of Property Investors Plan Build to Rent Investment
Handelsbanken reports 71% of professional property investors plan to invest in Build to Rent, with strong interest also in houses, flats, HMOs, and student housing.
Afin Bank Hires Three Specialist Underwriters for Resi, BTL and Bridging
Afin Bank has appointed three experienced underwriters to support its residential, buy-to-let, and bridging lending operations, focusing on underserved market segments.
UK House Prices Increase 0.2% in August After Three-Month Decline
UK house prices rose by 0.2% in August, reaching an average of £275,465, according to Nationwide, ending a three-month decline.
Government Requests Review of Political Party Spending Limits
The government has asked the Electoral Commission to review political party spending limits by July 2027. The review will inform any future changes to these limits.
Paragon, Principality and HSBC Announce Mortgage Rate Reductions
Paragon, Principality Intermediaries, and HSBC have announced reductions across various mortgage and buy-to-let rates, affecting products relevant to landlords and letting agents.
Pepper Money Appoints Regional Manager for Scotland Mortgage Launch
Pepper Money has named Michael Walsh as regional development manager ahead of its first-charge residential and buy-to-let mortgage launch in Scotland.