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The Stamp Duty holiday has stimulated activity in the UK property market, but what are the wider implications? Our Mortgages Managing Director, Richard Rowntree discusses the potential impacts.

Research shows that retiree renters and those in the upper-middle age category are the fastest growing segments of the private rented sector (PRS). Read our full report to find out more.

Signs of optimism returning amongst brokers? See the results from our latest mortgage intermediary survey. 

Residential landlords in England can now apply for a Green Homes Grant voucher and receive up to £5,000 towards the cost of installing energy efficient improvements to their properties.

How has the Scottish buy-to-let market performed since reopening? Find out the impact of new legislation on short-term lets and where landlords are buying with our Q&A.

With the housing market now reopened, many surveys indicate a preference for outside space and more suburban or rural locations. Director of Mortgage Sales, Moray Hulme discusses the potential impact.

How has the coronavirus pandemic affected the mortgage market? Find out with the results from our latest mortgage intermediary survey.  

What do the Chancellor’s economic recovery packages mean for buy-to-let landlords? With a Stamp Duty Land Tax reduction and Green Homes Grants, we take a look at the implications.  

We round-up the latest changes to the rules and regulations affecting landlords and the Private Rented Sector, including selective licensing schemes, electrical safety standards, tenant fees and LIBOR

With the housing marketing now open following easing of coronavirus restrictions, how can you minimise the risks when managing viewings for sales and lettings? Our Q&A discusses what you need to know.