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Coming out of lockdown to a new mortgage ‘norm’
It’s six months since the UK’s nationwide lockdown was introduced and it’s fair to say that what we used to regard as normal life has changed out of all recognition. Whilst there’s no getting away from the fact that the economy is currently suffering and will continue to do so for some time, there is evidence that some changes will have a direct impact on the housing market.
Read articleFirst time buyers could use shared ownership to bridge deposit gap - Housing associations say extending scheme could help more to step onto property ladder
Housing associations are keen to break down barriers – real or perceived – to the use of shared ownership and help more first time buyers into homes.
Read articleAn ‘unusually uncertain’ outlook
‘Unusually uncertain’ was how Andrew Bailey, the Governor of the Bank of England, described the current outlook for the economy. An understatement of the highest order.
Read articleLeeds Building Society and surveyor partner Countrywide progressing outstanding minority of valuations as property market eases out of lockdown
Leeds Building Society and Countrywide are working to complete the outstanding minority of valuations on mortgage applications as physical property inspections in England resume.
Read articleLooking after vulnerable customers
Protecting vulnerable customers has never been more important. The current circumstances have resulted in more individuals unexpectedly falling into the vulnerability category for a wide range of reasons, as well as further impacting those who were already considered ‘vulnerable’.
Read articleConfident future outlook as Leeds Building Society reports 2019 results
Leeds Building Society is looking to the future with confidence as it reports its latest 12 months’ performance, with significant progress made on its future-proofing investment programme.
Read articleNew ‘Flexit’ mortgages with no ERCs
We’ve launched two new fixed rate mortgages with no early repayment charges (ERCs) or limits on overpayments, providing your clients with increased flexibility.
Read articlePlease note:
Leeds Building Society only accepts mortgage applications from intermediaries where they are providing an advised sales service, with the exception of Buy to Let & Holiday Let applications. It is the responsibility of the intermediary to ensure that all applicable law including, without limitation, the Financial Conduct Authority rules on advised mortgage sales are complied with including, without limitation, the provision of adequate explanations.