LendInvest

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LendInvest | The Buy-to-Let team focused heavily on the remortgage market throughout February, anticipating strong growth opportunities in 2022 and beyond. With the remortgage landscape gaining momentum, lenders and mortgage networks must streamline the process to make it faster, clearer, and more accessible. This includes offering well-structured buy-to-let remortgage products with straightforward eligibility criteria to help […]

Shared Ownership Scheme

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Shared Ownership Scheme | The Shared Ownership Scheme helps buyers purchase a share of a home and pay rent on the remaining share. It offers a simple route into home ownership when buying outright is not possible. The scheme lowers deposit requirements, reduces upfront costs and gives you the option to buy more shares over […]

Commercial Watch Episode 3

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Commercial Watch Episode 3 | Understandable Wariness. As part of our ongoing Commercial Watch series, Episode 3 explores the state of the UK commercial property market. In a previous edition, we addressed the idea of “Waiting for the Bounce Back.” This time, the focus shifts to the challenges and cautious sentiment surrounding commercial property lending. […]

What is Shared Ownership?

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What Is Shared Ownership? | Shared Ownership is a government-backed scheme that helps individuals step onto the property ladder by purchasing a share of a home while paying rent on the remaining portion. Offered primarily through non-profit housing associations, this approach enables buyers to access property ownership with a lower deposit and smaller mortgage, making […]

What is a Whole-of-Market Mortgage Broker?

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What is a Whole-of-Market Mortgage Broker? | Full Market Adviser Access & Benefits.  A whole-of-market mortgage broker gives clients access to a wide range of lenders across the UK. Instead of being tied to one bank or a limited panel, the adviser can search the full mortgage market. This means clients receive recommendations based on choice, […]

Why Connect is a Network to Consider?

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Why Connect Is a Network to Consider? | Recognition in a competitive industry is always meaningful, and Connect’s recent Highly Commended status at the Mortgage Strategy Awards reinforces why many advisers view us as a strong network choice. This acknowledgement reflects the Connect Mortgage Network’s commitment to high standards, adviser support and continual improvement across […]

The Bank of Mum and Dad

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In today’s property market, the Bank of Mum and Dad has become one of the UK’s most generous lenders without even being a bank. Parents and grandparents across the country are stepping in to help first-time buyers bridge the affordability gap, gifting or loaning money to secure deposits and better mortgage rates. But with generous […]

Property Reporter

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Property Reporter | According to recent insights from Rightmove, Scotland has overtaken London as the UK’s fastest-moving market for million-pound properties. Prime homes in Scotland are now selling in just 61 days on average, a 25-day improvement from pre-pandemic levels. This trend signals a significant shift in buyer behaviour and underscores the evolving dynamics of the UK’s luxury […]

Equity Release Mortgages

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Equity Release Mortgages for Advisers |  Equity release is a specialised financial product designed for clients aged 55 and over. It allows them to access the equity in their home while staying in it. It is a complex and long-term commitment that is highly regulated and requires specific adviser expertise. Connect supports advisers who want […]

L&G Mortgage Club

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L&G Mortgage Club for Advisers | Lender Access & Support. Looking for greater product choice and exclusive rates for your clients? The L&G Mortgage Club, delivered through our partnership with Legal & General, offers advisers unrivalled access to high-street lenders, specialist providers, and tailored support. Whether you’re an established broker or a newly qualified adviser, joining […]