Author: Jordan

Property investors are adjusting their strategies in 2026 as the UK market responds to economic pressures, regulatory changes, and evolving tenant preferences, according to industry analysis. Average property prices have recorded modest increases compared with the previous year, while rental yields have improved in many regions, signalling continued demand in the rental sector. However, high interest rates and inflationary pressures continue to affect purchasing power, requiring careful financial planning for new acquisitions. Sustainability becomes core investment factor Energy efficiency has moved from a secondary consideration to a primary investment criterion as regulatory requirements tighten. Under the UK Government’s Warm Homes…

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While fixed-rate mortgages are far more popular than adjustable-rate mortgages, the latter are worth considering if you’ve got a little tolerance for uncertainty. That’s because an ARM may offer a low rate during its introductory period before adjustments kick in—making this loan type potentially attractive for folks planning to rent out or flip the property they’re buying, or who are planning to move before the introductory period comes to an end. Stay with us and we’ll walk you through how ARMs work, take a look at when they might be considering instead of a regular fixed-rate mortgage, and consider current…

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Joining Alan Morrissey on Thursday’s Morning Focus was Emmet Condon, organiser of A Sliver of Light, Homebeat’s midwinter music and arts weekender, which returns to Hotel Doolin this January. Taking place from the 23rd to the 25th, the festival brings three days of cutting-edge contemporary live music, DJs and curated experiences to the West Clare coast, featuring Irish and international artists including Session Victim, Nick Höppner and Icelandic singer JFDR. Emmet spoke about the vision behind A Sliver of Light and what people can expect from its second edition. You can listen to thew full interview below: Source link

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Labor issues, declining revenue, and a risky dividend are steering investors away from United Parcel Service (UPS +0.02%), with its shares falling more than 5% over the past month. Instead of worrying about UPS’s future, there are mega-cap stocks that continue to deliver, even if they aren’t in the delivery business. Here’s why investors should consider Applied Materials (AMAT +0.42%) and Caterpillar (CAT +0.46%) instead. Image source: Getty Images. Why UPS is a risk The delivery company is dealing with the high costs of its 2023 and 2025 Teamster contract negotiations, though it just reached a settlement regarding severance issues. These…

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Fleet Mortgages has launched three 75% LTV two-year tracker products within its three buy-to-let lending ranges: standard, limited company and HMO/multi-unit freehold block (MUFB). Within both the standard and limited company ranges, the tracker products are available at Bank Base Rate (BBR) plus 0.75%, with a current price of 4.5%. Both include a free valuation up to £500,000. The HMO/MUFB two-year tracker is available at BBR plus 1.4%, with a current price of 5.15%.  The new tracker products come with a 2% completion fee (minimum £750) and no ERCs. All three tracker products revert to BBR plus 3%…

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International futures prices of gold and silver plunged during Thursday trading, dropping over five percent and eight percent, respectively. As the tensions in the Middle East persist and inflation escalates, global markets are under pressure. COMEX gold futures dipped by 5.93 percent to 4,605.70 U.S. dollars per ounce, and silver futures plummeted by 8.22 percent to 71.215 dollars per ounce. Gold, sliver prices drop sharply Cheng Li-wun, chairperson of the Chinese Kuomintang (KMT) party, expressed gratitude to Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, for his goodwill, and urged all political parties in Taiwan…

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Lithium Ionic Corp. (TSXV: LTH,OTC:LTHCF; OTCQX: LTHCF; FSE: H3N) (“Lithium Ionic” or the “Company”) is is aware of the Ontario Securities Commission’s publication regarding a regulatory matter involving another reporting issuer and individuals who have, or have had, an association with the Company. Lithium Ionic is not a respondent in this matter and no orders have been sought against Lithium Ionic. The allegations contained in the proceeding have not been proven. The Board of Directors has established a Special Committee of independent directors to oversee the Company’s communications and disclosure in respect of this matter. About Lithium Ionic Corp. Lithium…

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Fleet Mortgages, the buy-to-let specialist lender, has today (10th April 2026) announced the launch of three new 75% LTV two-year tracker products available within its three buy-to-let lending ranges: Standard, Limited Company and HMO/Multi-Unit Freehold Block (MUFB). Within both the Standard and Limited Company ranges, the new two-year tracker products are available at Bank Base Rate (BBR) plus 0.75%, with a current price of 4.5%. Both include a free valuation up to £500k. The HMO/MUFB two-year tracker is available at BBR plus 1.4%, with a current price of 5.15%. The three new tracker products come with a 2% completion fee (minimum…

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