Day: November 13, 2025

Accord Mortgages has called for more policy reform, regulatory review and support for lender innovation, after its new research reveals growing broker concern over borrowers’ mortgage affordability. The latest research found that 73% of mortgage advisors surveyed believe that borrowers will face greater challenges over… The post Accord calls for more policy reform, reg review and support for lender innovation appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.

Broker network Stonebridge says its mortgage applications rose by 7% year-on-year in October, while lender competition forced average rates down by 21bps to 4.43%. Stonebridge’s latest Mortgage Market Briefing says the typical loan size in October fell to £195,068 compared to last October’s £197,200. Stonebridge… The post Stonebridge hails higher mortgage applications and ‘aggressive’ rate cuts appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.

Housebuilder Taylor Wimpey has urged the government to do more to support first-time buyers. In a shareholder update today, Taylor Wimpey chief executive Jennie Daly said market conditions were “challenging” and “impacted by uncertainty ahead of the upcoming UK Budget and continued affordability pressures”. Taylor… The post Taylor Wimpey urges government to support first-time buyers appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.

Knowledge Bank has recorded 5,211 criteria changes in October, down from 8,326 in September. While the latest figures marked a drop, Knowledge Bank says it still reflects the relentless pace of market evolution. Lenders continue to prioritise data accuracy, with 2,671 new criteria added in… The post Knowledge Bank records decrease in criteria changes in October appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.

Redwood Bank has relaxed criteria on its commercial investment and commercial owner-occupier mortgage ranges. The lender says the changes are designed to improve affordability for landlords amid difficult market conditions. It has extended its maximum mortgage term from 25 to 30 years and reduced minimum… The post Redwood Bank boosts commercial criteria appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.