The funding marks Puma's first loan to Morrison Community Care Group

The new platform follows the brand launch of Total Property in February.

The loan went from initial enquiry to completion in only four weeks.

High prices and complex upkeep duties are contributing to sellers struggling to find eager buyers in the current market.

Despite an overwhelming majority of property developers in favour of a change of government, fewer than 10% think Labour will specifically help first-time buyers

Changing rental trends have levelled the playing field for all property types in terms of rental growth, according to new market analysis.

Fluctuating house prices have also seen homebuyers in some areas now having to stump up for stamp duty for the first time.

Aspen has completed a £1.1m Residential bridging loan for an international property developer wanting to free up capital for an onward development purchase.

New research from The Mortgage Lender has highlighted a lack of understanding that is preventing prospective first-time buyers from making the most of Shared Ownership

Pete Mugleston, MD and mortgage expert at Online Mortgage Advisor offers his insight for those considering whether equity release is the right option for them.