19th December 2025 Paragon launches specialist care home funding product England is projected to see an average increase of 242,000 households per year from 2022 to 2032, with households aged 85 and over expected to rise by 42.3%.
18th December 2025 Bank of England cuts base rate to 3.75% The bank's decision to cut the Base Rate today came as little surprise, but it was a close call.
18th December 2025 Joint home buying rises as affordability pressures mount Joint mortgage applications rose from 49% in 2021 to 53% in 2024, with 7% planning to buy with a friend and 9% with a family member.
18th December 2025 Falling swap rates point to stronger property market in 2026 The latest analysis from specialist lender, Octane Capital, reveals a steady decline in swap rates following key economic events.
18th December 2025 Scotland could unlock £37bn in private investment for home... 'Green finance' offers a significant opportunity for Scotland’s net-zero targets.
18th December 2025 Case study: Aspen completes £1.8m bridge for Coulsdon development Aspen structured the deal with a 0.83% monthly rate over nine months, transitioning to 6.74% annually for two years.
18th December 2025 Case study: Recognise Bank completes £1.825m bridge to term deal The bank funded the deal at 70% loan-to-value, providing £1.825m for the London property acquisition.
18th December 2025 Gatehouse expands options for landlords and UK homeowners Refinance rates start at 5.34% for HPP and 5.69% for BTL.
18th December 2025 North-south divide to deepen in 2026 with regional price... One in five potential movers delayed plans awaiting the Budget outcome, creating pent-up demand expected to release from Boxing Day onwards.
18th December 2025 Buy-to-let ownership shift driven by under-35s embracing SPVs Landlords aged 25-34 hold 57% of their properties in limited companies, the highest rate across all age groups.