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Home Buyers Now Get 41% Less Space Than a Decade Ago
Buyers in Britain now get 41% less space for their money than ten years ago, with Manchester buyers experiencing the biggest squeeze, according to new data.
Government Allocates £39bn to Social and Affordable Housing Programme
The government has announced a £39 billion programme to support social and affordable housing, including nearly £10 billion for over 70,000 new homes across England.
UTB Combines Divisions to Launch Real Estate Finance Arm Led by Bovingdon
United Trust Bank has merged its property development and structured property solutions divisions to form a new real estate finance division, led by Adam Bovingdon.
West One Reduces Fixed Commercial Mortgage Rates by 75bps
West One has cut fixed commercial mortgage rates by 75 basis points, with semi-commercial rates now starting from 7.34% and commercial rates from 7.94%.
Bridging Lending Falls 15% in Q2 2024, Says MT Finance Report
Bridging lending dropped by 15% to £173.1m in Q2 2024, with increased use for chain breaks, auction finance, and equity release, according to MT Finance.
Rely Unveils Limited Edition Landlord Products; West One Cuts Commercial Rates
Rely has launched a limited edition product range for large landlords, while West One has reduced fixed commercial mortgage rates by 75 basis points.
Homes England Awards Grants for Social and Affordable Housing Delivery
Homes England has selected 33 organisations to receive grant funding for the delivery of social and affordable homes across England outside London, with major allocations to several housing providers.
Mortgage Brain Training Programme Gains LIBF Accreditation
Mortgage Brain's professional training programme has received accreditation from the LIBF. The programme offers CPD hours and covers the full mortgage process.
Barclays: 43% of UK Adults Support Local Housing Development
A Barclays report finds 43% of UK adults support new homes within three miles of their home, with social and affordable housing the top policy priority.
YBS Names Amanda Bryden as Director of Distribution and Incoming MD of Accord
Yorkshire Building Society has appointed Amanda Bryden as director of distribution and incoming managing director of Accord Mortgages, succeeding Jeremy Duncombe.
Amanda Bryden Appointed Managing Director of Accord Mortgages
Amanda Bryden has been named director of distribution and incoming managing director at Accord Mortgages, succeeding Jeremy Duncombe, who will retire at the end of the year.
Survey: Nearly Half of UK Adults Back Local Housebuilding, Infrastructure Concerns Remain
More than 40% of UK adults support new homes being built locally, but concerns about infrastructure, green space, and local services remain, according to Barclays Property Insights.