Swap rates have been rising in recent weeks and concerns about persistent inflation is a key driver.

A lack of pro-activity from solicitors ranked as the most common reason behind these delays.

This positivity is especially pronounced in the younger generation.

The lenders have agreed a forward-flow funding deal which will enable Gen H to support more borrowers with a wider range of circumstances.

The partnership expands into Dashly’s Lending Labs programme, enabling more personalised mortgage products and data-driven origination.

There continues to be regional fluctuations in house prices, Propertymark says

IMLA now has a total of 68 full and associate members.

Graeme will provide ongoing training and support to advisers as the network seeks expansion in 2025.

Rent and mortgage spending grew 1.8% year-on-year in December, down from 8.2% in November, as more homeowners benefitted from base rate reductions.

The specialist lender is also seeking further team members across all divisions.