2026 Rent Rises Forecast After Autumn Budget Tax Hike
Tenants face higher rents in 2026 as new property income taxes threaten rental supply, Nationwide warns. Experts say landlords will pass on costs. Read the full analysis.
Tenants face higher rents in 2026 as new property income taxes threaten rental supply, Nationwide warns. Experts say landlords will pass on costs. Read the full analysis.
Nationwide data shows annual house price growth softened to 1.8% in November. Market shows resilience with a 0.3% monthly rise. Read the full analysis.
Nationwide's latest index shows UK house prices rose by £772 in November to £272,998. Experts discuss market resilience and the outlook for 2026. Read the full analysis.
The Bank of England's latest data shows new mortgage rates have dropped to 4.17%. Experts analyse the market ahead of the crucial interest rate decision. Read the full report.
The Bank of England is expected to cut interest rates on December 18, with markets predicting a 90% chance. This has already triggered mortgage rate reductions from major lenders, offering hope to home buyers.
Rent in the West Midlands has skyrocketed, with five areas seeing increases over 30% since 2021. Average prices now top £1,000 a month. Discover the most affected areas.
Lloyds Bank cuts minimum income for its First Time Buyer Boost to £40,000, unlocking £1bn in new lending. Self-employed buyers can now borrow up to 5.5x their income.
Nationwide Building Society and Virgin Money announce significant mortgage rate cuts of up to 0.19%, offering relief to UK borrowers after the Autumn Budget.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' plan to slash the cash ISA allowance by 40% risks reducing savings, limiting mortgage lending and pushing up rates for borrowers.
Barclays and HSBC cut fixed mortgage rates. Over 40 lenders have reduced deals since November. Experts urge households to secure a new deal now before potential changes.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to slash the cash ISA allowance from £20,000 to £12,000 in the Autumn Budget. Experts warn this could damage the building society ecosystem and lead to higher mortgage rates. Read the full analysis.
Dudley Council tenants face a 4.8% rent increase, averaging £4.76 more per week. Chancellor Rachel Reeves's budget could add another £2, pushing bills even higher. Discover the full impact.
UK mortgage rates have dropped below 5% for the first time since September 2022. Finance experts urge households to secure cheaper deals and consider professional advice.
Nationwide reports UK house prices rose 0.3% in October, adding £231 to average property values. Market shows resilience despite economic headwinds. Read the latest analysis.
Grainger Plc reports 12% income growth and 20th consecutive dividend rise, defying high interest rates. The build-to-rent leader targets £72m earnings by 2029.
Nationwide Building Society reports a pre-tax profit fall to £486m as mortgage lending decreases and Virgin Money acquisition costs rise. Discover the full financial details.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering a £2bn bank surcharge increase in the Autumn Budget, a move experts warn could lower savings rates and raise mortgage costs.
Robert Milne's £70k mortgage overpayment vanished for 10 days, causing immense stress and a dispute over Nationwide's £200 compensation offer. Discover the full story.
Nationwide's subsidiary, The Mortgage Works, reduces selected buy-to-let rates by up to 0.20%. New rates are effective from Tuesday, 18 November. A boost for UK landlords.
Barclays announces significant mortgage rate cuts, with Skipton and Leeds also reducing prices. Experts suggest a lender price war is brewing ahead of the Budget. Act now to secure a deal.
Treasury Committee warns Chancellor Rachel Reeves that reducing cash ISA allowance could increase mortgage rates instead of stimulating stock market investment.
The 31-storey Lighthaus Tower, featuring 278 apartments and premium amenities, has been completed on Liverpool's Princes Dock, marking a major milestone for the £5bn Liverpool Waters regeneration. Discover how this development is reshaping the city's nort
Mortgage expert Sam Fox explains the crucial expenses to consider when buying through shared ownership schemes. Essential reading for UK first-time buyers.
A fierce debate erupts between mortgage brokers and building societies as new research reveals growing tensions over lending practices and market access.
Major UK lenders including Halifax and Nationwide are dramatically increasing mortgage borrowing limits, offering hope to first-time buyers and those moving up the property ladder in a competitive housing market.
Exclusive research reveals households aged 45-54 are battling the worst financial pressure in the UK, with energy bills and mortgage costs creating a perfect storm.
Financial experts warn UK property investors of imminent mortgage rate changes that could significantly affect investment returns and rental market dynamics.
Shocking new research reveals middle-income families are facing unprecedented financial pressure, with many unaware of the looming crisis despite earning substantial salaries.
UK house prices unexpectedly rose in June 2024, with average property values increasing to £266,064. Discover the latest market trends and what this means for buyers and sellers across Britain.
New data reveals UK house prices have shown unexpected resilience with a 0.1% annual increase in March, while mortgage approvals hit 17-month high. Discover the latest market trends and regional variations.