Mortgage and protection professionals are being encouraged to take part in a major new industry-wide study exploring equity, diversity and inclusion (ED&I) across the sector. The 2026 ED&I Viewpoint, led by the Working in Mortgage (WIM) initiative and supported by industry sponsors, aims to build… The post Industry calls for response on equity, diversity and inclusion appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
Average mortgage rates were almost flat this week as lenders showed caution, according to the latest Moneyfacts rate watch. The average two-year fixed rate remains unchanged at 5.78% compared to last week, while the average five-year fixed rate has edged up from 5.68% to 5.70%.… The post Mortgage rate cuts stall as market adjusts to uncertainty: Moneyfacts appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
Pepper Money has announced changes to its sales leadership team, which the lender says will help it grow. Ryan Brailsford has moved into the role of distribution director and will now be responsible for Pepper Money’s distribution strategy and delivery. In his new role, Brailsford will… The post Pepper Money rejigs sales team appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
Together has announced rate cuts of 5bps across some of its unregulated bridging range as of today. The unregulated bridging rate reductions are designed to improve affordability at higher LTVs, Together said. The short-term product is available on loans of between £26,000 and £5 million… The post Together trims unregulated bridging rates appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
Vida Homeloans has announced an expansion of its lending proposition, with the reintroduction of 20 products to its residential range alongside the relaunch of its buy-to-let (BTL) range. The expanded residential range includes Fee Saver and Foreign National products, offering greater choice and flexibility for… The post Vida Homeloans expands resi options and relaunches BTL range appeared first on Mortgage Strategy.
