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Bank of England holds rates at 3.75% – industry reaction

The Bank of England has kept interest rates at 3.75% for the fourth month in a row – industry leaders comment.


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Government considers ending insured deposits

Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook says there is growing evidence of fraud risk for insured deposit schemes.


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New interest-free loan scheme for first-time buyers set up

Scottish Housing Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville says the First Homes Fund will offer first-time buyers £10,000 towards a deposit.


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New Lomond boss confirmed

Lomond issues official statement confirming that Paul Geddes would be stepping into its Chief Executive role.


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Simplify Right to Rent guidance, urges Propertymark

Agents need clearer guidance and practical tools to help them comply with Right to Rent rules.


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Majority of Reform's corporate donors property-related

Property sector backing raises hopes any potential Reform government might take an informed approach to housing policy.


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Partridge Homes prepares for block management launch

West Midlands lettings agency, Partridge Homes, hires two senior property experts as it prepares to launch its new block management division.


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Landlord income up 23% but arrears are significant

Managing risk and the right portfolio structures are vital in keeping rental properties profitable, says LegalforLandlords’ Sim Sekhon.


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Major homebuying shake-up unveiled by Government

Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces reforms to property buying process, aiming to cut time to four weeks.


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