Improved mortgage rates and wages have boosted first-time buyer activity, but a stark North-South divide persists. Discover the regional savings gap and who still struggles to get on the ladder.
Waltham Forest Council plans to lease temporary homes for 10+ years to secure a 100% government subsidy, as it grapples with a £14.4m overspend and a 90% surge in households needing accommodation.
Nationwide Building Society launches 'Call Checker' to combat sophisticated bank impersonation scams. Which? warns customers to use the feature or risk account theft.
Lewisham Council plans a 4.8% rent increase from April 2026, adding £5.95 weekly for the average tenant. The rise follows government policy and aims to address housing budget challenges.
The City of London Corporation has requested Government permission to transfer funds to fix its social housing, warning of potential health and safety breaches. Discover the details of the financial crisis.
Donald Trump's proposed ban on institutional US home buying could see major investors like Blackstone pivot to the UK, raising fears of a deepening housing crisis. Experts warn of rising rents and corner-cutting.
Southwark Council announces a 4.8% rent rise for social tenants from April 2026, citing government policy and financial pressures. Learn how this affects service charges and supported housing.
A West London family pleads for rehousing as a hospital consultant warns their damp, cold flat puts their daughter at risk of a life-threatening asthma attack. The council disputes the findings.
New home construction in London has collapsed to its lowest level since 1946, with just 4,170 starts last year. Explore the data, the government's failed promises, and the severe consequences for the capital.
Victoria's government has enacted the biggest planning overhaul in decades, slashing approval times and boosting density. But rising costs and heritage rules threaten progress.
The death of Renee Good while in ICE custody has ignited protests across America, raising urgent questions about immigration enforcement practices. Read the full report.
Westminster City Council mandates 70% social rent in new developments, but property experts warn the policy could backfire and reduce overall housing supply. Read the full analysis.
A new report urges the Labour government to launch a mass purchase of rental properties from private landlords. Could this bold policy fix Britain's housing crisis? Read the full analysis.
Protests have erupted across multiple US cities following the fatal shooting of a woman by ICE agents in Minneapolis. Demonstrators demand justice and accountability.
As living costs soar, more Britons are becoming 'friendlords' - renting to pals. But blurred lines can lead to feuds, unfair evictions, and broken friendships. Discover the risks and how to protect yourself.
Iran experiences a total internet shutdown as demonstrations over the worsening economy continue nationwide. Authorities have a history of cutting access during unrest.
A London Assembly Member calls for the capital's £51bn pension pool to increase investment in affordable housing, potentially unlocking thousands of new homes and tackling the housing crisis.
Martin Lewis's MoneySavingExpert reveals the essential steps existing and new customers must take by March 31, 2026, to qualify for Nationwide's potential £100 Fairer Share payout.
A quarter of HMOs in England are illegal, creating squalid conditions and a public health emergency costing the NHS £1.4bn. Discover the grassroots fightback.
Charities warn of a sharp rise in older people facing homelessness due to high rents and a lack of social housing. Experts call for urgent government action to protect vulnerable pensioners.
UK house prices fell 0.4% in December to £271,068, defying forecasts of a rise. Annual growth slowed to 0.6%, the weakest in over 18 months. Read the full analysis.
UK house prices ended 2025 on a softer note but were resilient overall, with Nationwide forecasting 2-4% growth for 2026. Discover the key market drivers and expert insights.
Up to 400 homes in central Blackpool will be bulldozed next summer under a £90m levelling up scheme, displacing hundreds of vulnerable residents. Critics call it a 'mass dispersion'. Read the full story.
Senior planners and experts warn the government's new towns drive lacks ambition on affordable homes. They argue revitalising existing communities offers a faster, more sustainable solution to the housing crisis.
Brent Council anticipates a surge in construction for 2026, delivering thousands of new homes, including a landmark 45-storey tower in Wembley and the restart of the South Kilburn regeneration. Discover the key projects shaping the borough.
A year-long investigation exposes London's housing crisis: tenants living with rats, no toilets for a decade, and councils failing to act. Read the shocking human stories.
Barking and Dagenham Council is repossessing homes after discovering tenants illegally renting them on Airbnb. The council faces hurdles as the platform withholds key details.
New data reveals London's severe construction skills shortage is delaying new builds and forcing buyers to older homes. Discover the impact on the capital's housing targets.
MyLondon's Broken Homes campaign gains cross-party support, demanding a distance cap on temporary housing, urgent lift repairs, and an end to council bidding wars. Sign our petition.
After years of closures, UK banks are reopening branches in a mini high street revival. Nationwide's pledge to keep 696 sites open until 2030 offers relief to customers like those in Northampton.