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Shawbrook Reduces Rates Across Commercial Mortgage Products
Shawbrook has cut rates by up to 50 basis points on selected commercial and semi-commercial mortgage products, including two-, three-, five-, and 10-year fixed rates.
Step One Finance Unveils New Origination Platform for Faster Applications
Step One Finance has launched an origination platform to streamline second charge lending applications, aiming to reduce administration and improve transparency for intermediaries.
Shawbrook Cuts Commercial Mortgage Rates as Keystone Raises Buy-to-Let Fixes
Shawbrook has reduced rates on its commercial mortgage products, while Keystone Property Finance has increased its fixed buy-to-let rates. Rely is also repricing its range.
NatWest Raises Mortgage Rates Following Increases by Major Lenders
NatWest will increase rates on residential and buy-to-let mortgages by up to 20 basis points, following similar moves by other major UK lenders.
Stamp Duty Receipts Rise 16% in June as Inheritance Tax Hits Record
HMRC reports stamp duty receipts rose 16% in June 2026, with inheritance tax revenue reaching a record high. The property industry has called for stamp duty reform.
SBG’s Cherrington Urges Brokers to Stay Flexible with Tech Choices
Claire Cherrington of Sesame Bankhall Group says brokers should prioritise outcomes over loyalty to specific technology, as AI and tech tools evolve rapidly.
LendInvest Expands Broker Support with New Telephone BDM Team
LendInvest has launched a telephone-based BDM team and hired five business development associates to enhance broker support across buy-to-let, specialist residential, and bridging finance.
Octane Capital Appoints Christian Gugolz as Senior Business Development Manager
Octane Capital has appointed Christian Gugolz as senior business development manager to strengthen its national sales team and support broker relationships.
Bluecroft Finance Introduces Dual Representation for Bridging Loans
Bluecroft Finance has launched Dual Representation for bridging loans, aiming to streamline the legal process for brokers and direct clients by partnering with multiple legal firms.
BBC Panorama Uncovers Rental Fraud by Criminal Gangs in UK
A BBC Panorama investigation has revealed criminal gangs using fake identities to secure UK rental properties, leading to financial losses and legal challenges for landlords.
Industry Calls for Stamp Duty Reform and Landlord Tax Review Under Burnham
Property sector professionals urge Prime Minister Andy Burnham to reform stamp duty, review landlord taxes, and support housebuilding to revitalise the UK property market.
JammJar Appoints Kieren Pace as Customer Success Manager
JammJar has named Kieren Pace as customer success manager to support mortgage broker firms using its AI-powered platform, ahead of a new platform launch in September.