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Brokers Urge More Government Support for Landlords Amid Sector Pressures
A survey by Accord Mortgages and Pegasus Insight finds brokers warning that the private rental sector is at risk, with many landlords reducing or exiting portfolios due to regulatory and tax pressures.
Average Fixed Mortgage Rates Edge Down, Reports Moneyfacts
Moneyfacts reports a slight fall in average fixed mortgage rates, with notable changes in higher loan-to-value products and lender offerings across the UK.
AMI and IMLA Call for Industry Feedback on ED&I Survey
AMI and IMLA are urging UK mortgage and protection professionals to participate in the 2026 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Viewpoint survey before it closes on 29 May.
ModaMortgages Unveils Limited-Edition Five-Year Buy-to-Let Fixes
ModaMortgages has launched limited-edition five-year fixed rate buy-to-let products, including options for HMOs and MUFBs, with rates starting from 5.14% and free valuations.
HSBC Launches Automated Remortgages as Lenders Adjust Rates and Criteria
HSBC introduces automated remortgaging technology, while NatWest, Halifax, BM Solutions, and Accord Mortgages announce changes to lending criteria and rates.
TSB and Together Announce Mortgage Rate Reductions
TSB and Together have reduced selected mortgage rates, with new rates effective from 22 May. Changes affect residential, affordable housing, and bridging products.
Record Mortgage Cancellations and Lending Trends Highlighted in Weekly Round-Up
A record £8.7bn in mortgage lending was cancelled in Q1 2026, with more borrowers choosing variable and tracker mortgages. Drone surveys and major lender updates also featured in this week's top stories.
Gen H Announces Mortgage Rate Cuts of Up to 30bps on Selected Products
Gen H has announced mortgage rate reductions of up to 30bps on selected two-year and five-year products, with changes effective from 25 May.
North-South Divide in UK Property Prices Persists, Reports Show
Recent reports highlight ongoing differences in property price growth between northern and southern UK regions, with the North seeing increases and the South experiencing declines.
Adam Walker Highlights Conflicts of Interest in Property Transactions
Adam Walker discusses why acting for both buyers and sellers in property transactions can create conflicts of interest and undermine trust.
Call for Action on Housing Issues in Horden, County Durham
A resident highlights worsening housing problems in Horden, County Durham, following a shift from housing association to private landlord ownership.
Letting Agents Warned Over Rise in AI-Generated Tenant Complaints
Letting agents are being warned about the increasing use of AI by tenants to generate complaints, according to Property118. Propertymark highlights both opportunities and challenges for the sector.