As oil and gas prices go up, experts say it could put more pressure on inflation and lower the momentum of base rate cuts, meaning swap rates remain higher, slowing the downward momentum of mortgage pricing.
Insights into the Renters’ Rights Act, reactions to the Spring Statement and limited company transaction figures were also among the most popular stories with readers.
US-Iran conflict clouds rate cut outlook for mortgage borrowers
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Renters’ Rights Act: what we all need to watch for from May – Rudolf
Santander intros sub-4% mortgages for small-deposit borrowers
Lack of ‘fireworks’ in Spring Statement a welcome relief but stamp duty remains a barrier
Brewster named interim CEO of LHV Bank in board and management reshuffle
Limited company transactions make up nearly half of BTL house purchases in 2025
Around four in 10 mortgage applications were for 4x salary in 2025
