Top 10 most read mortgage broker stories this week – 15/08/2025

A discussion around three-year fixed rates was also of interest, as uncertainty around the direction of pricing remains.

People moves were among this week’s top stories too, including appointments at mortgage networks Openwork and Stonebridge, as well as the departure of Iress’ deputy chief executive.

HSBC and TSB tweak rates – round-up

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Barclays to cut selected mortgage rates by up to 0.4%

Stonebridge appoints Miller as COO

Rate uncertainty drives demand for ‘Goldilocks’ three-year fixed rate deals

Santander increases LTI multiples; Coventry BS drops rates with 3.8% deal – round-up

Iress in reported buyout talks and deputy CEO leaves as UK arm increases earnings

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Chancellor considers changes to IHT gifting allowances – reports

Openwork appoints Barker as CEO

DIFF launches School Leavers initiative