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Welcome to State of the Market, our monthly roundup of key property market updates, with actionable insights for small and medium-sized property developers.

Key takeaways: House prices remain subdued – regional differences persist Mortgage costs remain elevated – rate outlook stays uncertain New first-time buyer scheme – potential boost for new-build demand ...

Our Head of Sales, Steve Smith, discusses the rise of modern methods of construction (MMC) in property development, and why lenders need to embrace these methods, and adjust their funding proposition accordingly.

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The Nature Restoration Fund could change how developers meet certain environmental obligations, replacing some site-specific mitigation with a defined levy. What could the new system mean for SME developers?

Environmental requirements have become an increasingly important consideration for property developers, particularly in areas where development could affect protected ...

The new National Planning Policy Framework changes where development is supported, how densely some sites should be built and how smaller schemes are assessed. For SME developers, the practical effect is that some sites may now be worth re-appraising.

Published on 17 August 2026, the new National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) changes some of the assumptions developers u...