86% feel self-employed workers are underserved by UK financial services, according to newly released research.

The average age has risen sharply from 23.9 years in 2017.

75% of buyers would walk away from a property if it had a major turn-off.

22,195 false fire alarms were recorded in medium and high-rise apartments in 2024/25, up 10% from the previous year.

More stock was offered and higher totals raised during last month, though selectivity weighs on success rates.

11% of buyers overpaid SDLT, missing out on refunds averaging £12,909.

The £1.12m loan represented 70% LTGDV and 84% LTC, exceeding the lender’s usual limits.

Loans are available up to 70% LTV with a 24-month term, plus a 12-month discretionary extension.

New specialist BTL products can be launched in as little as four months, according to the software provider.

HMRC data showed 96,000 transactions in July 2025, 4.3% higher than July 2024.