Weekly Wrap – 31st October 2025

Introducing this Friday’s Weekly Wrap, where we bring the news to you. 

Every Friday we are ending your work week by wrapping up the last 7 days of news for you by choosing some key updates and events to share. This news will cover everything property, from estate agent fees to broker updates to government policy, and be a sure way for you to finish your week up to date.

In the past seven days we have seen high street lenders lower their rates, complaints on the rise, and budget speculation. Let’s take a look at this week’s Weekly Wrap:

  1. High street lenders slash rates as price war intensifies
  2. Resi first charge and BTL mortgage complaints both rise by 27%: FoS
  3. Starmer refuses to rule out tax rises in budget after questioning by Badenoch
  4. MPs clash over proposal to scrap stamp duty on main residences
  5. Almost 82% of brokers are using ChatGPT and other AI tools

 

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