Citizens Advice

Mortgage lenders, the regulator and Government have all come under fire from MPs due to the shoddy way those struggling to pay their homeloans are treated.

Thousands of struggling homeowners are failing to seek help when they get into difficulties paying their mortgage. Experts say getting assistance can prevent repossession.

Consumers will soon receive protection against "unscrupulous" firms who prey on troubled borrowers by buying their home at knock-down prices and charging them rent to stay.

Natwest is under investigation by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) over concerns its advertisements incorrectly claim it offers impartial financial advice.

Housing charities have launched a campaign to protect tenants thrown out of their homes with little warning because their landlord hasn’t paid the mortgage.