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ModaMortgages is launching a new range of limited edition buy-to-let products. The range includes two and five-year fixed products available for single dwelling properties, with rates starting from 3.39%. The range also features two and five-year fixes for HMO and MUFB properties with up to six bedrooms or units, with rates from 3.49%. All products are available to individual and limited company landlords, with the lender offering free valuations across its entire range. Roger Morris, group distribution director at ModaMortgages, said: “In a period when so much feels uncertain, I’m delighted we can provide some certainty by launching…

Nationwide Building Society has clarified a rule that applies to customers using the mobile app. The issue came to light after a question came in from a member over social media.They said they had switched to a new phone a few weeks ago and they were not able to enable biometrics on the new device. They asked: “How long is the waiting period to get these back?”Biometrics is a security feature using a marker unique to you to verify that it is you trying to access your account. This can include using your fingerprint or face recognition, to confirm your…

Current Rating and Its Significance MarketsMOJO’s Strong Sell rating for TransIndia Real Estate Ltd indicates a cautious stance for investors, signalling that the stock is expected to underperform relative to the broader market and its sector peers. This rating is based on a comprehensive evaluation of the company’s quality, valuation, financial trend, and technical outlook. Investors should interpret this as a recommendation to avoid new purchases and consider reducing exposure, given the prevailing risks and weak fundamentals. Rating Update Context The Strong Sell rating was assigned on 24 September 2025, when the company’s Mojo Score declined sharply from 36 to…

Africa THE Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) says 19 ships are currently discharging petroleum products and other commodities at Lagos ports. The NPA disclosed this in its daily publication, Shipping Position, made available to newsmen on Saturday in Lagos. It stated that the vessels were discharging at Apapa, Lekki and Tin-Can Island ports. According to the authority, the ships are laden with aviation fuel, petrol, diesel, bulk gas, bulk wheat and other cargoes. Other items being discharged include base oil, bulk urea, fresh fish, bulk fertiliser, soya beans, gasoline, containers and general cargo. The NPA also said that 44 ships carrying…

Isi Gabsa and Celina Sattelkau earned limited status on the Ladies European Tour after finishing inside the top 50 at Q-School.At the LET Q-School, Isi Gabsa and Celina Sattelkau finished in the top 50, securing limited playing rights for the upcoming season. Gabsa ended T21, missing full status by just one shot, while Sattelkau finished T36. Carolin Kauffmann narrowly missed the cut for limited status, finishing 51st after a costly bogey on the final hole. The tournament, shortened to 72 holes due to poor weather, was won by Poland’s Dorota Zalewska with a total score of 19 under par.LET Q-School:…

Keystone Property Finance has reduced rates across its fixed rate buy-to-let mortgages by up to 0.15%. The reductions apply to its two and five-year fixed products and follow the lender’s reintroduction of fixed rates last week amid ongoing market volatility. The cuts apply across Keystone’s core products, including standard, specialist, expat, holiday let, product transfer/PT Plus, and refurb-to-let exit options. Following the reductions, standard rates now start from 3.39% up to 70% LTV with specialist rates from 3.44%. Up to 65% LTV, expat rates start from 4.74%, holiday let rates from 5.49%, product transfers from 4.99%, and refurb-to-let…

Mortgage borrowers seek shorter-term deals as market volatility saps confidence Financial Times Source link

Philippines’ Platinum Fireworks Incorporated lights up the Manila Bay skies during the finale exhibition of the 13th Philippine International Pyromusical Competition at the SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City on 11 April 2026. Pyrotex Fireworx from the United Kingdom took this year’s championship title, besting seven other competing countries.Published on: 12 Apr 2026, 02:58 Source link

Brits are being urged to stay on high alert as they could fall into an easy trap and end up losing money.In a stark warning, Ofgem said scammers are contacting households pretending to be from the watchdog – often claiming they can help switch energy deals before asking for sensitive details such as bank information. The regulator stressed it would never sell energy, request bank details, or turn up unannounced at your door. The scam attempts can take many forms, with criminals using increasingly sophisticated tactics to catch people off guard.Victims have reported being targeted through:Phone callsEmails and text messagesSocial…

Rental prices across the UK showed mixed regional movement in March, with some areas recording increases while others saw monthly declines, according to Propertymark’s latest rental price and salary tracker. In Scotland, average agreed rents rose by 4.95% month-on-month to £1,123, while Northern Ireland recorded a 3.99% increase to £887. In contrast, London saw average rents fall by around 1.5% to £2,193, while the West Midlands remained unchanged over the period. The data also highlighted regional variation in affordability, with the average household salary required to rent increasing in some areas and falling in others. In Wales, the typical salary…