FCA Proposes Major Mortgage Rule Changes for 2026
The UK's financial regulator unveils plans to modernise mortgage lending, aiming to help first-time buyers, the self-employed, and older borrowers. Reforms could begin in 2026.
The UK's financial regulator unveils plans to modernise mortgage lending, aiming to help first-time buyers, the self-employed, and older borrowers. Reforms could begin in 2026.
More UK households are starting 2026 by seeking expert financial guidance on pensions, mortgages, and savings. Discover how a free matching service provides clarity and a practical first step.
UK homeowners could see mortgage rates dip below 3% by spring 2026, experts forecast. Falling inflation and lender competition are set to bring major relief. Read the full analysis.
UK mortgage rates are poised to fall below 3% by spring after a Bank of England rate cut, with lenders expected to launch a competitive price war in January. Discover what this means for homebuyers.
Nationwide Building Society will reduce its Standard Mortgage Rate by 0.25% to 6.49% from 1 January 2026, following the Bank of England's base rate cut. Find out what this means for your repayments.
The Bank of England has cut the base interest rate to 3.75%. Martin Lewis explains what this means for your mortgage, savings, and loans. Read his full analysis.
NatWest and Barclays announce major policy shift offering 95% LTV mortgages on new-build properties, a move experts call 'reckless' and a risk for negative equity.
NatWest launches shared ownership mortgages and eases criteria for new builds and interest-only loans, aiming to help more customers achieve home ownership. Discover the new options.
A landmark change to credit scoring systems is set to transform how millions of Brits access loans, mortgages and financial products. Discover how this overhaul could benefit you.
In a landmark move set to transform the mortgage landscape, Barclays Bank and Leeds Building Society have announced a significant new partnership that will expand lending options for borrowers across Britain.