Mortgage News, Insights & Advice
All the latest UK mortgage news, insights and advice from the world of mortgage lending and Oportfolio
Barclays Now Offers 90% LTV on Second Residential Properties
Barclays has announced a big update to its lending criteria, increasing the maximum Loan-to-Value (LTV) to 90% for applicants who already own another residential property with an existing mortgage. Previously capped at 80% LTV, the new policy applies to both...
Suffolk Building Society Launches JBSP Mortgages Up to 90% LTV
Suffolk Building Society has implemented a series of important reforms to its lending criteria, welcoming more and more UK borrowers to its products. This comes after enhancements to Joint Borrower Sole Proprietor (JBSP) mortgages, improved lending conditions for new...
HSBC and Virgin Money Increase Mortgage Rates September 2025
Two of Britain's biggest lenders, Virgin Money and HSBC, both last week revealed mortgage rate increases, which will take effect this September. The increases affect a broad range of products in the purchase, remortgage, buy-to-let (BTL), and product transfer ranges...
Coventry Building Society’s New 90% Mortgages
In mortgage news today, Coventry Building Society has taken a significant step to enhance the accessibility of homeownership in the UK. The lender has recently introduced fresh 2-year and 3-year fixed-rate mortgage options, catering to those seeking a 90% mortgages...
New Virgin Money Remortgage Products: Why You Need a Mortgage Advisor
Virgin Money has recently introduced a host of new residential loan products and reduced interest rates across a selection of its offerings. These changes have sparked interest among homeowners looking to remortgage with Virgin Money. However, navigating the...
Mortgage Rates Drop, Product Choices Rise: Why You Need a Mortgage Broker
In recent weeks and months, the mortgage market in the UK has witnessed a significant shift, as fixed-rate mortgages have seen notable reductions, making homeownership more affordable (if only marginally) for many. According to the latest Moneyfacts UK Mortgage Trends...
Why Oportfolio’s Contract with L&G is Your Best Bet for Insurance
In the ever-evolving world of insurance, finding the right policy to protect your future can be a daunting task. With countless options and intricate details to consider, seeking guidance from experts is essential. This is where Oportfolio, your trusted financial...
Economic Market Update From The Mortgage Lender
In the latest economic market update from The Mortgage Lender, the Bank of England's stance on interest rates and the implications of higher oil prices take centre stage. While the Bank may have reached a pause in its rate hikes, the road to economic stability remains...
Banks Enhance Mortgage Affordability Amid Changing Market Conditions
In response to shifting market dynamics characterised by dwindling demand and waning interest in high-interest rate mortgages, Virgin Money and Clydesdale Bank have recently announced significant improvements to their mortgage affordability criteria. These changes...
Coventry Building Society Unveils Significant Mortgage Rate Reductions
In a move set to delight prospective and current property owners, Coventry Building Society has announced a series of substantial reductions in their mortgage rates. These changes, set to come into effect on Thursday the 5th of October 2023 at 8 am, will impact both...
Accord Mortgages Announces Rate Cuts Across Buy-To-Let Range
Accord Mortgages has unveiled substantial rate reductions across its buy-to-let mortgage offerings, signalling a promising change for property investors and landlords. Effective from the 4th of September 2023, these rate cuts are expected to provide a boost to the...
Mortgage Rate Drops Boosts Property Demand
In an interesting turn of events, the United Kingdom's property market seems to be seeing a surge in buyer demand, fuelled by significant recent mortgage rate drops. Zoopla's latest house price index reveals that buyer demand increased by an impressive 12% in...
Proof of Self-Employed Income Crucial for Mortgage Applications
As we approach the end of the year, self-employed individuals are once again reminded to ensure their tax calculations are complete, as mortgage lenders are set to tighten their requirements for proof of income. Starting from October 6th, 2023, lenders will demand the...
Barclays Cuts 2-Year Fixed Mortgage Rates up to £2 Million
In a move that is sure to bring cheer to prospective homebuyers and homeowners looking to refinance their properties for loans up to £2 million, Barclays has announced a significant reduction in its 2-year fixed mortgage rates for loans of up to £2 million. This move...
Annual UK Property Prices See First Decline Since 2012
In a perhaps not so surprising announcement for the UK property market, the average UK annual house prices have recorded their first drop in over a decade. Zoopla's latest house price index reveals that in September 2023, property prices were 0.5% lower than the same...
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