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Assisted voluntary sales gain traction as lenders prioritise early mortgage intervention.

While arrears have eased, lenders stress that managing numbers alone is insufficient.

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This brief summarises reporting published by www.financialreporter.co.uk on 29/09/2026. Claims below are attributed to that source.

Early intervention via AVS preserves property value.

Lenders partner with asset managers to assess each property’s condition and market price before marketing. This collaborative approach can yield surplus proceeds for borrowers, helping them regain financial stability.

Rising mortgage rates heighten the need for timely AVS decisions.

As historically low rates end, lenders note that timing becomes crucial for borrowers approaching the expiry of fixed‑rate deals. Consequently, acting early can prevent forced repossession and secure better sale prices for both lender and borrower.

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