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Your independent Mortgage Broker. Buy to Let, HMO, Portfolio Landlords, Bridging Finance, Residentia

Trafalgar Square FPC is a truly independent advice-based mortgage brokerage, meaning we have access to every lender in the UK.

31/08/2026

Despite regulatory changes & challenging conditions, the answer appears to be a resounding yes….

Recent market analysis suggests landlords accounted for more than 14% of all property purchases during July, significantly above the year to date average.

What’s particularly interesting is the discounts investors are securing. Many landlords are successfully negotiating below asking price, with a growing proportion of sellers accepting offers more than 10% beneath their advertised price. Leasehold flat owners, in particular, appear increasingly willing to accept lower offers.

At the same time, rental growth continues to strengthen, supporting long term investment returns & improving rental yield calculations.
For experienced investors with access to finance, today’s market is arguably presenting opportunities that were much harder to find during the boom years.

A final thought; While headlines often focus on challenges facing landlords, the latest evidence suggests that many buy to let investors continue to find opportunities in today’s market.

Mortgage lenders remain competitive, rental yields are strengthening, arrears are falling & investors are securing increasingly attractive purchase prices.

The market is certainly evolving, & the Renters’ Rights Act will continue to require careful attention. However, for landlords with a clear strategy & access to the right finance, there are still plenty of reasons to remain optimistic about buy to let investing.

If you’d like to discuss your next purchase, remortgage, limited company buy to let mortgage or portfolio strategy, one of our brokers would be delighted to help 😌

24/08/2026

With rising costs & regulatory uncertainty, reviewing your portfolio can help identify opportunities to:
Reduce mortgage costs.
Improve cash flow.
Strengthen financial resilience.
Prepare for future changes.

Small improvements across multiple properties can make a meaningful difference.

Landlords should also keep track of upcoming regulatory changes, including:
*The deadline for certain Section 21 possession claims served before 1 May: 31 July.
*Section 8 Ground 4A notice requirements for student landlords.
*Future introduction of a Private Rented Sector database.
*A landlord ombudsman scheme.
*Continued digitisation of court processes.

The buy-to-let market remains uncertain, with mortgage rates rising and potential changes to taxation & regulation on the horizon.
While landlords cannot control market conditions or government policy, they can prepare by reviewing their finances, mortgage arrangements & investment strategy.

Whether you are approaching a remortgage, buying a property or reviewing an existing portfolio, now is a good time to assess your options & plan ahead.

To discuss this with one of our expert brokers, contact us & we will be happy to help 😌

21/08/2026

HMO Property Investment – What you need to know....

A House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) is generally a property rented by 3 or more people from more than one household, who share facilities such as a kitchen or bathroom.

For larger HMOs with 5+ tenants, a licence will usually be required. Smaller HMOs may also need licensing depending on the local authority & whether additional or selective licensing schemes operate in the area.

Planning is another important consideration:
C3 – standard family/single household property
C4 – small HMO for 3–6 occupants
Sui Generis – larger HMO with 7+ occupants

In some areas, converting from C3 to C4 can be possible under permitted development rights. However, where an Article 4 Direction applies, planning permission may be required. Larger HMOs will generally require planning permission.

Rules, licence fees & requirements vary between councils, so always check with the relevant local authority before purchasing or converting an HMO.

Need help understanding HMO finance or your property investment options? Get in touch with our team for friendly, professional advice & see how we can help with your next property investment....

*Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage

18/08/2026

Mortgages don’t need to feel complicated....

At Trafalgar Square, we believe mortgage advice should be personal, straightforward & built around your circumstances.

Whether you’re buying your home, growing a property portfolio, refinancing or looking for a more specialist lending solution, our experienced team is here to help you understand your options & guide you from the initial conversation right through to completion.

With access to the whole lender market, we take the time to search, compare & explain the options available, without the call centres & unnecessary jargon.

Residential Mortgages
Buy to Let
Commercial Mortgages
Bridging Finance
Portfolio Analysis
Secured Lending

Looking for a mortgage solution that fits your circumstances? Get in touch with our team....

*Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.

17/08/2026

Our guiding principle is to break the mould of institutional style selling & advice by operating a new, non-aligned mortgage business, client centred & based in a very major way on service.

Our experienced team of Brokers & Case Processors respond quickly, yet also take time to understand our clients, & identify each individuals’ needs; whether that be mortgages, mortgage & protection or more….

We are always looking at ways to improve services to help our clients.
Thank you to .fa who spent some time with us last week. Looking forward to working with you a lot more 😌

13/08/2026

"I'm often asked why are fixed rates being increased when the Bank of England have not increased the bank base rate. IMLA (Independent Mortgage Lenders Association) recently published a document to explain this which I have summarised below:
Key Points -
*Fixed rate mortgages are driven by swap rates, not just the Bank Rate. While tracker mortgages follow the Bank of England's Bank Rate, fixed rate mortgages are priced using swap rates, financial contracts that help lenders manage the risk of changing funding costs over time.

*Swap rates reflect market expectations. Swap rates are influenced by what financial markets expect future interest rates to be. Events like wars, inflation, & government borrowing can push swap rates up or down, impacting mortgage pricing.

*Recent example: In early 2026, conflict in the Middle East led to higher energy prices & inflation fears. As a result, swap rates rose sharply, two year swap rates jumped from 3.6% to over 4.5% in just two months. This caused average two year fixed mortgage rates to rise from 3.97% to 5.14%.

*Why lenders withdraw products: When swap rates rise quickly, lenders may have to withdraw mortgage products because they can no longer offer them profitably. This often leads to a rush of last minute applications, exhausting available funding even faster.

*Fixed vs. tracker mortgages: Tracker mortgages move in line with the Bank Rate, but fixed rate mortgages depend on swap rates & market expectations. This means fixed rates can rise or fall even if the Bank Rate doesn't change.

*What this means for borrowers: If you're coming to the end of a fixed rate deal, you face a choice: lock in a new fixed rate for certainty (which may be higher if swap rates are up), or consider a tracker/variable rate (which could be cheaper short term but carries more risk if rates rise).

Takeaway: Understanding swap rates is essential for anyone considering a fixed rate mortgage. Mortgage rates can move independently of the Bank Rate, especially during times of economic or geopolitical uncertainty."
-Juspal Nagra

For all your mortgage needs, contact us to speak with one of our expert brokers....

05/08/2026

Did you know as well as mortgages we deal with a range of other things….

Mortgages & Lending
• Residential mortgages & remortgages
• Buy to let & portfolio landlords
• Shared ownership & Right to Buy
• Adverse credit & debt consolidation
• HMOs, MUFBs & specialist investment properties
• Bridging & development finance
• Commercial lending & secured loans

Protection & Insurance
• Life insurance
• Critical illness cover
• Income protection
• Relevant life cover (Ltd Co tax efficient protection)
• Shareholder & key person protection
• Private medical insurance

Planning Ahead
• Estate planning
• Inheritance tax planning
• Trusts & policy reviews
• Protecting assets & family finances long term

A lot of clients already have some of these services in place, but very few have ever had everything reviewed together properly.
If you would like some more information or think you would benefit from any of the above, don’t hesitate to contact us 😌

04/08/2026

At the time of writing, markets are largely expecting the Bank of England to hold the Base Rate at 3.75%.

The more interesting debate relates to what happens beyond 2026.

Most economists anticipate the Base Rate will remain unchanged for the remainder of this year. However, markets are currently pricing in the possibility of rates reaching around 4.2% during 2027.

The Bank of England's own forecasts tell a different story, suggesting lower rates over the medium term.

This disconnect is important because mortgage pricing is influenced more by market expectations than by the Bank's forecasts. If investors continue to believe rates will remain elevated, SWAP rates & fixed mortgage rates are unlikely to fall significantly.

For all your mortgage advice, contact us to speal to one of our expert brokers....

*Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage
*Information from Mortgage Finance Brokers

28/07/2026

A change in Prime Minister always creates headlines, but what does it actually mean for homeowners, buyers and landlords?

The short answer is: probably less in the immediate term than many people think.
Mortgage rates are influenced far more by inflation, the Bank of England, swap rates & overall market confidence than by who occupies Number 10. Existing mortgage offers remain valid, lenders continue to lend & the property market doesn’t suddenly change overnight.

What should we be watching?
Whilst there are unlikely to be any immediate changes, there are several areas that could evolve over the coming months and years:
Housing supply – The new government has indicated that increasing housebuilding will be a priority. If successful, this could improve affordability over the longer term, although any meaningful impact is likely to take years rather than months.

Planning reform – Simplifying the planning system has been discussed as a way of increasing the number of new homes being built, which could help ease pressure on supply.

Landlords – Property investors should continue to keep an eye on future Budgets & housing announcements. Taxation, rental reform & landlord legislation remain areas where further changes are possible.

First time buyers – Additional support for first time buyers may be announced in the future, although no significant changes have been introduced at this stage.

What does this mean for borrowers?
For now, it’s very much business as usual.
If you’re buying a home, re-mortgaging or expanding a property portfolio, your decisions should be based on your own circumstances rather than political headlines. Whilst changes in government can influence confidence & future policy, mortgage pricing continues to be driven primarily by economic conditions.

At Trafalgar Square, we’ll continue to monitor developments & keep our clients updated as new policies are announced & more importantly, when they begin to have a genuine impact on homeowners, landlords & investors….

27/07/2026

The biggest story affecting mortgage pricing last week was the movement in SWAP rates.

For those unfamiliar, SWAP rates are one of the key factors lenders use when pricing fixed rate mortgages. When SWAP rates increase, lenders’ funding costs typically rise too, making mortgage rate increases more likely.

Recent geopolitical tensions & concerns about future inflation have pushed SWAP rates higher, reversing some of the gains made during the recent mortgage price war.

As of the latest market update:
Two year SWAP rates have risen to approximately 4.2%.
Five year SWAP rates have increased to around 4.29%.

While inflation data has shown encouraging signs, markets remain concerned that higher energy & shipping costs could place renewed pressure on inflation in the months ahead.

For landlords approaching a remortgage or planning a purchase, the message is simple: don’t assume rates will continue falling….

For all your help & mortgage advice, contact us to speak to one of our expert brokers 😌

*Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage

*Information from Mortgage Finance Brokers

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