We’ve boosted our 5-year affordability

Great news – from today, we’ve boosted our 5-year affordability, so your residential clients could now borrow more. Want to see the impact? Take a quick look with our residential calculator. See what your client could borrow We’ve also launched a couple of new residential specials to support this: 5-year fixed, 75% LTV: £999 fee: […]

Lloyds Bank Commercial Lending – We’re Open for Business

Looking for funding solutions for your clients? Lloyds Bank is keen to receive enquiries across a wide range of sectors and debt levels. We welcome enquiries for: Real Estate Investment – £100,000+ Real Estate Development – £250,000+ Trading Businesses – £250,000+ Healthcare Sector – £250,000+ Our lending terms remain highly competitive, with bespoke pricing on […]

Regulated bridging rates now from 0.54%pm

Lower rates. Higher potential. We’ve reduced our bridging rates across the entire regulated product range, including standard, light and heavy refurb. New rates: Standard rates from 0.54%pm (was 0.59%pm) Light refurb rates from 0.54%pm (was 0.59%pm) Heavy refurb rates from 0.55% (was 0.60%pm) While rates may be falling, opportunities certainly aren’t. View bridging products

A Stronger Start with 100% Family Assist

Buying a home can feel out of reach, but with the right support, it’s closer than you think.  Our Family Assist Mortgage can help first-time buyers into their new home, here’s a snapshot of what we offer… Our 100% Family Assist Mortgage enables a family member to secure up to 20% of the property’s value […]

New Semi-Exclusive Opportunity | Score an Extra 0.25% Commission with Glenhawk

We’re pleased to share a semi-exclusive opportunity available through our Specialist Placement Team that could help you increase your earnings on eligible bridging cases. Score an Extra 0.25% Commission with Glenhawk to celebrate the World Cup. They are offering members an additional 0.25% commission on qualifying deals, on top of their usual commission band. Offer Details: Applications must be received between 11th June […]

New Semi-Exclusive | Introducing HTB Property Finance

We’re delighted to announce that Connect has joined the HTB Specialist Expert Panel. HTB’s specialist lending proposition is built around direct access to decision-makers, manual underwriting and a tailored approach to lending, helping brokers navigate complex cases with confidence. Through its Flow, Core and Bespoke ranges, HTB supports a wide range of client needs, from first-time investors […]

New to Panel: Handelsbanken Manual Underwriting for Complex Cases

We are pleased to announce that Handelsbanken has joined the Connect lender panel. Handelsbanken is known for its relationship-led approach, local decision-making and manual underwriting expertise, making it a valuable option for clients whose circumstances may not fit a standard lending model. Why Consider Handelsbanken?   Manual underwriting for more complex cases Handelsbanken’s manual underwriting approach to […]

Rate Reductions & Reintroducing EPC A-C Products

We’re pleased to confirm that we are reintroducing our range of products for landlord borrowers seeking to purchase or refinance properties with an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of A-C. We’re also reducing rates on some of our Five-Year Fixed Rate products. Reintroduction of EPC A-C products  Available on properties with an EPC rating of A-C Two-Year and […]

Earn CPD points: Beyond the Bank of Family

Beyond the Bank of Family: How lenders can unlock homeownership Although first-time buyers now dominate the market, they face significant barriers and brokers are seeing a rise in demand for flexible solutions. Read our CII-accredited CPD article with Financial Reporter to earn CPD points and: Understand the evolving role of family support in home ownership Recognise affordability challenges facing […]

Product Updates from the Tipton

This week, the Tipton have reviewed new business rates and fees within our mortgage range: Improvements to selected expat BTL and limited company BTL products; Rates lowered by up to 22bps and arrangement fees reduced; Purchase and remortgage products available; Examples include expat BTL starting at 5.68% fixed for 5 years; Limited company BTL starting at 5.67% fixed for […]