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Mortgage choice expands as fixed rates ease in July 2026

Recent data from Moneyfacts reveals a tangible improvement in the UK mortgage market this month. The number of fixed-rate mortgage deals has increased, offering borrowers a wider selection than seen in the past year. This expansion coincides with a modest reduction in the average

14 Jul 2026 · 1 min
Mortgages & Rates

Mortgage market eases as fixed rates drop and options expand

Mortgage affordability has taken a noticeable step forward in July 2026, as data from Moneyfacts reveals a decline in fixed rate costs alongside an increase in product availability. This shift offers a tangible reprieve for UK property investors contending with high borrowing exp

14 Jul 2026 · 1 min
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North-South rental yield gap shows signs of evening out

Recent data from a leading lender indicates the long-standing rental yield divide between northern and southern England is shrinking. Historically, northern regions have offered higher yields, often above 6%, while southern markets, particularly London, have lagged closer to 3-4%

13 Jul 2026 · 1 min
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Mortgage payment shock set to squeeze millions of UK borrowers

The Bank of England’s warning about a looming mortgage payment shock is a clear signal for property investors to reassess risk exposure. With market interest rates elevated, millions of borrowers face significantly higher monthly repayments when their fixed-rate deals expire and

12 Jul 2026 · 1 min
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Barclays leads lender rate cuts with reductions up to 66 basis points

Barclays has announced a significant cut to its residential mortgage rates, trimming them by as much as 66 basis points from 12 July. This move follows a wave of similar reductions across the market, with lenders including Accord, Foundation, Halifax, Nationwide and Coventry also

11 Jul 2026 · 1 min
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Room rents hit record highs as market tightens after Renters' Rights Act

Average room rents across the UK have reached record levels, according to data from SpareRoom. This trend comes amid a tightening rental market following the initial phase of the Renters' Rights Act, which introduced new protections for tenants. The legislation appears to have sh

11 Jul 2026 · 1 min
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West Brom Building Society cuts two-year fixed purchase mortgage rates

West Brom Building Society has trimmed its two-year fixed purchase mortgage rates by up to 0.18%. This reduction spans the entire two-year fixed purchase product range, including the popular 95% loan-to-value option with no fee. For buyers targeting higher LTVs, this could slight

11 Jul 2026 · 1 min
Mortgages & Rates

West Brom Building Society cuts two-year fixed purchase mortgage rates

West Brom Building Society has trimmed its two-year fixed purchase mortgage rates by up to 0.18%, a move that could attract buyers looking for short-term certainty on borrowing costs. The reductions span the entire two-year fixed purchase range, including competitive options at 9

11 Jul 2026 · 1 min