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Mortgage Strategy Awards 2026 to Support Mental Health Charter
The Mortgage Strategy Specialist Lending Awards 2026 will support the Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter, highlighting mental health and wellbeing in the UK mortgage sector.
Newcastle Expands Affordability Boost for New-Build Buyers up to 95% LTV
Newcastle for Intermediaries has extended its affordability boost to eligible new-build buyers with up to 95% loan to value. The change aims to help those facing affordability challenges.
Accord and TSB Announce Reductions to Fixed Mortgage Rates
Accord Mortgages and TSB have both reduced selected fixed mortgage rates, with changes affecting residential product transfers, additional loans, and house purchase products.
Government Urges Councils to Accelerate Council Housebuilding
The government has called on councils in England to increase council housebuilding, supported by new funding and the first allocations from the Social and Affordable Homes Programme.
JammJar Adds iPipeline Protection Sourcing to AI Platform
JammJar has integrated iPipeline’s protection sourcing technology into its AI operating system, with the feature set to launch during a live webinar on 7 September.
Bridging Sector Urged to Focus on Stability and Governance
A recent report highlights calls for the UK bridging finance sector to prioritise professionalism, governance, and operational discipline amid market challenges.
Regulated Bridging Loans See Largest Quarterly Rise Since 2022
Regulated bridging lending rose to its highest quarterly level since 2022, with more borrowers using bridging finance to keep property transactions moving amid economic uncertainty.
Rely and ModaMortgages Launch New Buy-to-Let Portfolio Products
Rely has launched a limited-edition buy-to-let range for landlords with 11 or more properties, while ModaMortgages has added new fixed-fee options to its limited-edition range.
Initial Allocations Announced for Social and Affordable Homes Programme
Private registered providers have been notified of initial funding allocations from the Social and Affordable Homes Programme, according to a letter from the Ministry of Housing.
Tribunal Case Highlights Ongoing Uncertainty in HMRC’s 20-Hour Landlord Guidance
A recent tribunal case has raised questions about HMRC’s amended 20-hour landlord guidance, particularly regarding business activities carried out by employees or advisers.
Yorkshire Property Features Horse Paddock and Heated Dog Kennel
A home near Ripon offers paddocks, a menage, and a heated dog kennel, according to This Is Money Mortgages.
Asking Prices Drop by £20,000 in Affluent Commuter Towns
Home sellers in popular commuter towns are seeing property values fall by up to £20,000 compared to last year, according to This Is Money Mortgages.