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Join our Regional Surveyor, Stephen Lofthouse, as he reveals the world of buy-to-let property assessment and the growing importance of Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs).

With new Paragon research finding that transport SMEs are set to increase investment Dale Trenam, Paragon's Head of Transport Finance, reflects on the research and the new report An SME Led Recovery. 

With new Paragon research finding that SMEs are set to increase investment over the following months it is vital that they are able to secure the financing the require, writes Ian Galbraith.

SMEs are ready to ramp-up investment, with fresh spending on assets and expanded workforces, Paragon Bank’s new SME barometer has found.

Sarah Dix, relationship director in Paragon's Development Finance team, spoke to Financial Reporter about the issues currently facing the sector and her role supporting developers. 

Our Mortgages Managing Director, Richard Rowntree, shares his thoughts on the ‘Reforming the Private Rented Sector’ report and what it means for buy-to-let landlords.

The Government has launched a consultation on the future of short-term and holiday lets. We run through the main proposals.

Paul Heath, Business Development Director in Paragon’s broker team, discusses how the year is progressing, how he became involved with asset finance, and the service Paragon can provide to brokers.

UK Finance’s annual fraud report reveals that UK consumers lost £1.2 billion to fraud last year. We examine some of the most common fraud types catching people out. 

What landlords need to know about Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs). Discover the legal obligations, how to get one and the benefits for attracting tenants for your rental property.