The new Labour government's plans for the year ahead have been read out by King Charles in a speech to Parliament.

The rate changes follow the introduction of the lender's new fixed-fee Expat BTL product launched in March

The average age of landlords purchasing new buy-to-let property has fallen over the last decade, driven by strong growth in the proportion of landlords in their 30s.

The average price of a property in the UK during May climbed to £285,000 - £6,000 higher than 12 months ago.

The £2.6m senior debt facility will enable the developer to convert a Grade II listed detached property into 3 residential units.

Applicant demand has seen a 15% month-on-month rise as the peak lettings season begins

Standing out from the crowd is essential for prospective tenants as we head into the peak lettings season

As yet, the new government has made no commitment to extending the relief beyond next March's deadline

A lack of speed from both conveyancers and estate agents remains a major obstacle to efficient sales.

The lender has cut rates on its F1 five-year, special Portfolio Landlord-only products by 10 basis points, with rates now starting from 4.89%