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July 24, 2026
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July 24, 2026
Sweeping mortgage rate increases were the focus for Mortgage Solutions readers this week, dominating the most read news.
The change in government was also of interest, as new Prime Minister Andy Burnham reappointed Angela Rayner as Housing Secretary and retained Matthew Pennycook as housing minister.
Major lenders increase mortgage rates as Iran conflict escalates – round-up
Sponsored£2.5m paid to help broker clients benefit from greener homes
Sponsored by Halifax Intermediaries
Asking prices fall as sellers tempt ‘distracted’ buyers – Rightmove
Six weeks on, the case for mandatory FTB advice is becoming harder to ignore – Hunt
Stamp duty receipts up 16% as IHT monthly revenue reaches record level – HMRC
NatWest’s new business rates rise for second consecutive week
Pivotal’s acquisition acceleration seeks out entrepreneurial minds, says CEO Prakash
