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Public-Private Collaboration Highlighted as Key to Unlocking UK Housing Delivery
A report from UKREiiF highlights the growing importance of public-private collaboration and infrastructure investment in unlocking housing delivery across the UK.
ModaMortgages Cuts Rates on Limited Edition Buy-to-Let Mortgages
ModaMortgages has reduced rates across its limited-edition buy-to-let mortgage range, including two- and five-year fixed products. New rates apply to standard properties, small HMOs, and MUFBs.
MPs Urge Landlord Fees to Fund PRS Enforcement and Faster Standards Rollout
MPs recommend landlord registration fees fund local authority enforcement in the PRS and call for faster rollout of Decent Homes Standard and Awaab’s Law.
HMO Market Shows Steady Growth and Increased Professionalism
The UK's HMO sector is evolving with experienced landlords, strong yields, and increased property improvements. Tenant demand remains diverse, supporting tailored management strategies.
Lenders Announce Buy-to-Let Rate Reductions Amid Market Uncertainty
Major lenders including Barclays, Dudley Building Society, Landbay, Zephyr Homeloans, Accord Mortgages, and Saffron Building Society have announced buy-to-let rate reductions as the market adjusts to ongoing uncertainty.
Jeremy Wood Appointed Non-Executive Director at Hanley Economic Building Society
Hanley Economic Building Society has named Jeremy Wood as a non-executive director. Wood brings experience from roles at NatWest, Nationwide, and Dudley Building Society.
Keystone Launches Special Edition HMO and MUFB Buy-to-Let Products
Keystone Property Finance has introduced special edition HMO and MUFB products with reduced rates and a simplified fee structure, as part of a streamlining of its buy-to-let range.
Committee Urges Government to Strengthen Protections for Private Renters
A cross-party committee has called for more government action to protect private renters, improve housing standards, and support enforcement in the UK private rented sector.
British Mortgage Awards Marks 20 Years of Industry Recognition
The British Mortgage Awards has celebrated 20 years of recognising individual excellence in the mortgage sector, with reflections from early winner Sara Palmer.
MPs Call for Tougher Regulation of Private Renting Sector
A committee of MPs has published a report calling for tougher regulation of private renting, according to Landlord Today.
Committee Urges Higher Standards and Enforcement in Private Rented Sector
A government committee has called for incentives to improve standards and stronger enforcement in the private rented sector, urging faster compliance with the Decent Homes Standard.
Bungalow Construction Hits Historic Low Amid Housing Policy Debate
New-build bungalows now make up just 1-2% of completions, with developers citing land use and policy constraints. The decline raises concerns about suitable housing for the UK's ageing population.