Teachers Building Society for Intermediaries (TFI) has increased the maximum loan-to-value (LTV) limits to 95% for both new-build houses and flats. The change means eligible borrowers purchasing a new-build property can now access lending up to 95% LTV, subject to providing a minimum 5% deposit… The post Teachers for Intermediaries ups new-build lending to 95% LTV appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
More than £900 million was invested in the UK build to rent (BTR) sector in the third quarter of 2026, Savills reports. Savills reveals year-to-date investment has reached more than £4 billion, which is above the level recorded at the same point in any previous… The post BTR investment surpasses £900m as volumes reach record high: Savills appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
September UK construction output fell at its slowest pace this year, according to the latest S&P Global UK Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) data. However, the data found that weakening new orders, rising costs and declining business confidence continued to weigh on the sector. The… The post UK construction downturn eases in September, but orders and confidence weaken: S&P appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
The average disposable household income across the UK rose by 3.5% to £39,200 in 2025, the latest official estimates show. It is arguably the most widely-used measure of household income, according to the Office for National Statistics and reflects the median amount households have left… The post Average household disposable income rises to £39,200: ONS appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
Shawbrook has cut rates on selected buy-to-let products, including reductions of up to 25bps on larger loans. The changes came into effect today (6 October) and cover a number of products across its range. On SB2 five-year fixed-rate buy-to-let products, rates have been cut by… The post Shawbrook cuts buy-to-let rates as Foundation pulls 90% LTV products appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
