Paragon Bank has promoted four within its development finance division. Dan Cresswell has been promoted to relationship director from relationship manager, with Lilly Sargeant and Megan Andreou promoted to senior portfolio managers. In addition, Ben Leigh has been appointed to a new role of associate… The post Paragon announces promotions in its development finance division appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
Allica Bank has enhanced its bridging finance proposition for semi commercial properties. The bank will now lend up to 75% loan-to-value (LTV) on semi-commercial bridging, with rates starting from 0.93% per month at that level. It will also offer leverage of up to 80% of the… The post Allica enhances bridging proposition for semi commercial properties appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
The new look Mortgage Strategy Awards has reintroduced two new categories for 2026. They are Best Network (300 firms or more); and Best Network (fewer than 300 firms). Both awards will recognise the best of breed in their respective group, networks that have expanded sales,… The post New look MS Awards with new-look Best Network categories appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
Specialist lender Catalyst Property Finance has restructured its underwriting team to bolster its growth plans. Senior underwriter Martyn Balsom (pictured far left) has been promoted to the new position of risk and audit analyst. He will serve as the point of contact for all risk-related… The post Catalyst rejigs underwriting team appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
Government spokesperson for housing in the House of Lords Baroness Sharon Taylor says the passing of the Renters’ Rights Act into law marks a crucial moment for the private rented sector, describing it as a “truly transformational” reform. Speaking at the National Residential Landlords Association’s… The post Renter’s Rights Act ‘truly transformational’ reform: Baroness Taylor appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
