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Mortgage Rates

High Mortgage Prices Impacting the Housing Market

Bellway warns that high mortgage rates and construction costs are slowing the housing market, affecting homebuyer demand and investment strategies.

David Sampson
9 June 2026
3 min
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Mortgage Rates

Higher Mortgage Rates Impact Housing Demand: Bellway Update

Bellway reports a decline in homebuyer demand due to rising mortgage rates, signalling challenges for the housing market.

David Sampson
9 June 2026
3 min
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Mortgage Rates

High Mortgage Prices Impact Housing Market: Bellway Insights

Bellway warns that high mortgage rates are affecting housing demand; private home reservations fell 6.2% year-on-year.

David Sampson
9 June 2026
2 min
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Mortgage Rates

Mortgage Market Update: Santander, HSBC, Accord Rates Drop

Major lenders Santander, HSBC, and Accord have cut mortgage rates, impacting affordability for borrowers and landlords.

David Sampson
3 June 2026
3 min
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Buy to Let

Think Tank Proposes National Insurance for Landlords

A think tank s proposal could make landlords pay National Insurance on rental income, potentially raising £3.2 billion annually.

David Sampson
3 June 2026
2 min
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Residential

Stamp Duty’s Impact on the Housing Market

Stamp duty is hindering the UK housing market, with house prices dropping for the first time in 2026. Experts call for urgent reforms.

David Sampson
3 June 2026
3 min
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Residential

Stamp Duty’s Impact on the Housing Market in 2026

Stamp duty is increasingly seen as a barrier in the UK housing market, contributing to a decline in house prices and buyer reluctance.

David Sampson
2 June 2026
4 min
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Residential

Mortgage Market Insights: April Approvals Rise

April s mortgage approvals rise, indicating potential shifts in the housing market and impacting borrowers and investors alike.

David Sampson
2 June 2026
2 min