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The number of decent homes has increased from 1.6 million in 2006 to 3.6 million today, and buy-to-let lending has played an important role. Our Mortgages Managing Director, Richard Rowntree, reveals 

According to latest figures, the value of mortgages written for HMO purchase is more than double compared with the same time a year earlier. Richard Rowntree reveals more. 

In our latest report, we look at trends in city and town centres and show how landlords have increased acquisition activity in urban postcodes over the past year.

Find out about all-female mortgage advice firm, Keys Mortgages Ltd, as they share their story with us to mark this year’s International Women’s Day. 

To mark International Women’s Day, we spoke to two female staff members from our Mortgages team about their careers and how attitudes towards women in the sector are changing.

Why more work is needed to create greater diversity in society. Our Mortgages Managing Director, Richard Rowntree, recently spoke at the Diversity and Inclusion Finance Forum (DIFF) event.

Our Private Rented Sector (PRS) report gives us the opportunity to identify any trends and issues in the market, so we are well placed to respond and provide support for our customers.

Pressure placed on household finances may make it harder for people to purchase property, highlighting the importance of the PRS and the flexibility it gives people with their housing needs.

What does the Government’s Levelling Up White Paper mean for the private rented sector? Our Mortgages Managing Director, Richard Rowntree, shares his thoughts.

Discover four ways to improve the energy efficiency of your rental property and meet the new EPC minimum standards expected to be unveiled by the Government.

Paragon Bank PLC is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. Registered in England number 05390593. Registered office 51 Homer Road, Solihull, West Midlands B91 3QJ. Paragon Bank PLC is registered on the Financial Services Register under the firm reference number 604551