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Landbay Introduces Telephone Sales Team to Support BTL Brokers
Landbay has launched a telephone sales team to support brokers and business development managers with buy-to-let mortgage applications, led by Jon Braddick.
Report: Andy Burnham Premiership Could Boost Regional Growth
A Property Industry Eye report discusses how an Andy Burnham premiership could accelerate regional economic growth, with implications for housing and infrastructure delivery.
April Mortgages Now Accepts Up to Four Applicants Per Mortgage
April Mortgages will now allow up to four borrowers on a single mortgage application, provided all applicants will live in the property. The lender aims to support modern household arrangements.
UTB Introduces Operational Enhancements to Buy-to-Let Mortgage Process
United Trust Bank has announced operational improvements to its buy-to-let mortgage proposition, aiming to streamline processes for brokers and reduce administrative burdens.
GB Bank Delivers £33m London Bridging Facility in Seven Days
GB Bank completed a £33 million bridging finance facility for a London property portfolio in just seven days, supporting an established investor's acquisition strategy.
Chelsea Two-Bedroom Development Completes After Decade of Planning
A two-bedroom property behind King's Road in Chelsea has been completed after over a decade of planning, with significant legal and logistical challenges reported.
Winkworth Reports Uneven Trading Amid Market Uncertainty
Winkworth has reported uneven trading in recent months, citing political and economic uncertainty, but expects revenues and pre-tax profits to remain in line with market expectations.
Andrea Keenoy Appointed Interim Housing Ombudsman
Andrea Keenoy has been appointed Interim Housing Ombudsman, taking over from Richard Blakeway from 1 August 2026. She brings over a decade of experience at the Housing Ombudsman Service.
Lettings Market Remains Stable After Renters’ Rights Act Introduction
The lettings market showed resilience in May, with rising demand and improved supply, despite the Renters’ Rights Act being in force for its first full month.
Barclays to Increase Residential Mortgage Rates, Cut Some Buy-to-Let Rates
Barclays will raise residential mortgage rates by up to 34bps and reduce some buy-to-let rates. Coventry Building Society and Gen H are also increasing rates.
Octane Capital Updates Lending Range After Aldermore Acquisition
Octane Capital has refreshed its specialist lending range following its acquisition by Aldermore Bank, introducing fixed rates, OMV lending, free AVMs, remote valuations, and reduced developer exit rates.
BTL Remortgages Rise as Property Purchases Drop, Reports UK Finance
UK Finance reports an 11.1% rise in buy-to-let remortgages and a 14.9% fall in BTL property purchases in Q1 2026, with notable regional differences and improved rental yields.