Rental growth has eased, but tenants are still searching carefully and landlords need to stay on top of pricing, compliance and property standards as the summer moving season continues.

It may feel far too early to think about Christmas, but moving home takes longer than many sellers expect. Starting in July can make the journey calmer and more controlled.

The rental market continues to shift, with new rules, rising rents and affordability pressures all shaping landlord decisions. July is a good time to review your property and your plans.

Nationwide is cutting its mortgage rates once again with brokers welcoming competition heating up between lenders. Britain's biggest building society is making further rate cuts across fixed rate mortgage deals, and is also cutting rates on selected tracker mortgage products from 8th July 2026.