Afin Bank Reduces Fees for First-Time Buyer Mortgages
Afin Bank has cut fees for first-time buyer mortgages, aiding affordability.
UK House Prices Remain Stable in April 2026: What It Means for Mortgage Holders
UK house prices remained stable in April 2026, with regional variations evident. This stability can have implications for both first-time buyers and those looking to remortgage.
UK House Price Growth Rises 3% in March 2026: Impact on Mortgage Payments
UK house prices rose by 3% in March 2026, impacting mortgage payments for both first-time buyers and remortgagers. The current base rate of 3.75% also plays a role in these changes.
UK Buy-to-let Market Shifts: 254,000 Former Rented Homes Listed for Sale in 2026
The UK buy-to-let market sees a 28% increase in former rental properties listed for sale over the past year, impacting landlords and first-time buyers.
Mortgage Strategy Awards 2026: What it Means for Mortgage Holders
Mortgage Strategy has announced the hosts for the Mortgage Strategy Awards 2026, a key event in the mortgage and protection calendar. The event could provide valuable insights into the direction of the mortgage market.
Cloud Mortgages Joins Stonebridge Network: Impact on UK Mortgage Market in 2026
Cloud Mortgages has joined the Stonebridge network, aiming to expand its team of advisers from six to ten by year-end. This move could potentially offer more competitive rates to both first-time buyers and remortgagers.
UK Mortgage Affordability at its Toughest since 2008: What it Means for Borrowers
Mortgage affordability in the UK is at its toughest since 2008, with East Anglia being the least affordable region. Londoners have the highest average mortgage debt of £280,000.
UK Mortgage Borrowing Rises to £6.2bn in March 2026: What it Means for Borrowers
UK mortgage borrowing rose 19% to £6.2 billion in March 2026, with increased approvals for both house purchases and remortgages, and decreased interest rates.