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L&G Faces Scrutiny Over Reported Two-Year Licensing Delay in Lewisham
Lewisham Council says L&G submitted a licensing application 744 days after the scheme began, with over 300 applications reportedly still pending. No tribunal or penalty has been issued.
Tom Cheesewright Announced as Special Guest Speaker for MIT Live 2026
Tom Cheesewright will deliver a special guest address at Mortgage Innovation & Technology Live 2026, focusing on AI and the evolving mortgage market.
Guardian Cuts Underwriting Times and Boosts Instant Decisions
Guardian has reduced average underwriting times and increased instant decision rates across its protection range, following updates to its underwriting process.
Buckinghamshire BS Launches New Residential Affordability Calculator
Buckinghamshire Building Society has introduced a residential affordability calculator for mortgage brokers, designed to provide a more accurate indication of lending potential.
Bridging Sector Urged to Address Automated Intelligence Adoption
A Mortgage Solutions report highlights calls for the bridging sector to address automated intelligence, focusing on its role in compliance and lending oversight.
Average UK Rents Rise 4.3% Year-on-Year, Reports Lomond
Lomond's latest index shows average UK rents have increased by 4.3% to £1,369 per month, with tenants now spending 32.7% of their annual income on rent.
Watts Commercial Finance Sponsors Hard Hats to Heels Network
Watts Commercial Finance is sponsoring the Hard Hats to Heels network, supporting women in property and construction through events and retreats across the UK.
The Right Mortgage Appoints Drew Wilson as Specialist Lending Development Manager
The Right Mortgage and Protection Network has named Drew Wilson as its specialist lending development manager. Wilson will work with member firms and advisers across the specialist lending market.
Second Charge Mortgage Volumes Up 9% in June, Reports FLA
The Finance & Leasing Association reports a 9% year-on-year rise in second charge mortgage agreements in June, with the value of new business also increasing.
Right Mortgage Network Appoints Specialist Lending Development Manager
The Right Mortgage & Protection Network has appointed Drew Wilson as specialist lending development manager to support cases outside mainstream lending criteria.
North of England Offers Best Value for First-Time Buyers, Analysis Finds
Pepper Money analysis finds buying is cheaper than renting in many northern areas, with Middlesbrough and Burnley offering the greatest savings for first-time buyers.
Lendco Surpasses £1bn in Funding for 2026, Expands Buy-to-Let Portfolio
Lendco has exceeded £1bn in funding activity for 2026, following significant financing deals and a major buy-to-let securitisation. The lender has secured new funding lines with Lloyds and NatWest.