The Mortgage Strategy Specialist Lending Awards 2026, in partnership with Black & White Bridging is more than an evening of recognition – it’s an opportunity to celebrate success, reconnect with colleagues, strengthen client relationships and experience one of the UK’s most iconic venues. On 15… The post Make the most of MS Specialist Lending Awards 2026 experience appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
Families in London and the South East paid almost half of all UK inheritance tax (IHT) last year, according to analysis by TWM Solicitors. HMRC figures published on 30 July show families in the two regions paid £3.3 billion in inheritance tax in the 2023/24… The post London and South East families pay almost half of UK inheritance tax appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
The mortgage market accepted the Bank of England’s decision to hold base rate at 3.75% today, but said future rises were inevitable. The decision to pause base rate came as the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) decided it was necessary to keep inflation under control. The… The post MPC decision: Market accepts base rate hold, as future rises predicted appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
The Bank of England has held interest rates at 3.75% for the fifth consecutive meeting. Members of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted in favour of freezing the base rate, as predicted by most economists. At its meeting yesterday, the MPC voted by a majority… The post MPC decision: Bank holds rate at 3.75% appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
As we reach the halfway point of 2026, it’s time for a reality check. Speak to almost any developer and you’ll hear the same story: activity has slowed dramatically, confidence is fragile and the market feels quieter than many can remember. Over the past month,… The post Housing Watch: The housing industry needs action, not good intentions appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
