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Bank of England Considers Higher Mortgages Limit | Markets & Money News
The Bank of England is considering raising the cap on high-risk mortgages from 4.5 times to five times a household's income to enhance homeownership accessibility. The Financial Policy Committee aims to relax lending rules, potentially allowing more significant loans for first-time buyers. Recent mortgage framework adjustments have also lifted a specific cap for lenders, fostering increased lending flexibility. If implemented, these changes could boost annual mortgage lending capacity by 7%,
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