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Jane Gregory appointed head of TMG Financial Services
TMG Financial Services has appointed Jane Gregory as its new head, recruiting her from The Right Mortgage Network, where she spent the past decade.
CPI inflation rise could push mortgage rates higher, experts warn
CPI inflation rose to 3.1% in the 12 months to August, and mortgage experts warn jittery markets could drive further rate hikes.
Inflation Rises to 3.1% in August, Putting Pressure on Bank of England
CPI inflation climbed to 3.1% in August, up from 2.9% in July, with the Bank of England's base rate decision due tomorrow.
First-tier Tribunal Cuts Landlord's Rent Below Existing Level After Section 13 Challenge
A London landlord seeking a rent increase via section 13 saw the tribunal set the rent at £1,950 — lower than the £2,066 the tenant was already paying.
Rent Increase Challenges to Move from First-tier Tribunal to Valuation Office
The government has confirmed that challenges to rent increases in England will transfer from the First-tier Tribunal to HMRC's Valuation Office, with the aim of faster determinations.
Former Together CEO Marc Goldberg Wins Outstanding Achievement Award at MSSLA 2026
Marc Goldberg, former chief executive of Together, received the outstanding achievement award at the Mortgage Strategy Specialist Lending Awards 2026, held at The Belfry.
Belvoir Stone and Stafford changes hands as property investor David Slann takes control
Property investor and former finance director David Slann has acquired Belvoir Stone and Stafford via a franchise resale, with plans to grow the managed portfolio.
Hawthorn Capital Acquires Xenia Property Group in UK Lettings Deal
Investment firm Hawthorn Capital has acquired Greater Manchester-based Xenia Property Group, a letting agency managing more than 4,000 units, for an undisclosed sum.
Mortgage Rates Surge Again as Major Lenders Reprice for Second Time This Month
NatWest, Santander, HSBC, Lloyds and TSB have raised fixed rates for a second time in September, adding fresh affordability pressure for buyers and landlords.
Lomond Acquires FHP Living Lettings Arm in Nottingham
Lomond has bought the residential lettings and property management arm of Nottingham agency FHP Living, transferring it into its John Shepherd brand.
Winkworth warns full-year profits will fall materially below expectations
Winkworth has warned full-year pre-tax profit will be materially below market expectations, despite lettings revenue rising 3% in the first half of 2026.
Illegal cannabis farms drive £9.4m in property claims
Insurers have reported £9.4m in claims linked to illegal cannabis farms since January 2022, with fire service callouts to suspected farms up 218% between 2015 and 2024.