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Mortgage Rates

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.

David Sampson
6 May 2026
3 min
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Mortgage Rates

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.

David Sampson
6 May 2026
4 min
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Mortgage Rates

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.

David Sampson
6 May 2026
3 min
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Mortgage Rates

Cloud Mortgages Joins Stonebridge Network: Impact on UK Mortgage Market in 2026

Cloud Mortgages has switched its network to Stonebridge from Primis. This move could potentially influence the mortgage rates and services available to borrowers in the Midlands, North West, and Scotland.

David Sampson
5 May 2026
3 min
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Buy to Let

700 Ex-Rental Homes Listed Daily: Impact on UK Mortgage Market in 2026

Around 700 ex-rental homes are listed for sale daily in the UK, according to Savills. This trend could impact property prices and mortgage rates, affecting both homeowners and landlords.

David Sampson
5 May 2026
3 min
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Mortgage Rates

UK Mortgage Market Sees Rise in Approvals and Lending in March 2026

The Bank of England s Money and Credit report for March 2026 reveals a significant increase in gross mortgage lending and approvals, with net borrowing of mortgage debt jumping to £16.2bn.

David Sampson
1 May 2026
3 min
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Remortgage

How Conveyancing Panel Management Impacts UK Mortgage Lending in 2026

The role of conveyancing panel management in the mortgage lending process is becoming more significant, shifting towards real-time oversight and a more connected approach to information management.

David Sampson
1 May 2026
3 min
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Mortgage Rates

West One Expands Mortgage Division: What it Means for UK Borrowers in 2026

West One s expansion of its mortgage division, including the promotion of Jason Ruse to National Account Manager, aims to streamline the mortgage process for borrowers across the UK.

David Sampson
30 April 2026
3 min