In September, mortgage approvals showed an upward trend, despite a decline in net mortgage borrowing.Net mortgage borrowing by individuals decreased by £0.3 billion, reaching £2.5 billion.Mortgage…
Metro Bank is refining its position in the buy-to-let mortgage sector with strategic adjustments in interest rates.The bank has slashed rates by 0.30% across its two-year…
Key updates from Nottingham Building Society are making homeownership more accessible for skilled workers and expats in the UK.The visa criteria have been expanded, allowing more…
Nottingham Building Society has enhanced its mortgage offerings catering to foreign nationals and returning expats, aiming for broader access to homeownership in the UK.Immediate changes include…
Increasing mortgage rates have hit residential lending, while commercial lending holds steady.Commercial properties now account for a larger market share, increasing from 8.0% in 2020-21 to…
Rising mortgage rates reshape the balance between residential and commercial property lending, with significant consequences.Recent years have seen commercial property lending gain a larger market share…
Bitcoin has been trading sideways since its peak in early 2024, causing investors to question the future trajectory of this digital currency. Despite reaching new highs,…
As October ends, the hopes for a significant Bitcoin surge seem dashed. Enthusiasts had expected a rally, but repeated resistance below $70,000 clouds those aspirations.Speculation about…
Consumer confidence in the UK has taken a hit as the Labour government gears up for its inaugural budget. Concerns over potential tax hikes have overshadowed…
Coventry for Intermediaries has implemented significant updates to its buy-to-let and residential affordability assessments.The residential affordability calculator has been enhanced, allowing most applicants to increase their…
