Economists had predicted a small drop in the annual rate.

The volume and value of lending both fell by 6% compared to 2022.

The Bank has also further enhanced its Recovery Loan Scheme offering.

The ranges feature reduced rates and new products.

PMS advisers now have access to a panel of over 100 lenders covering buy-to-let, residential, remortgage and specialist lending.

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The panel agreed there are clear signs that this momentum will continue to surge in 2024.

The lender has also removed the 5.5% minimum stress rate requirement on five-year buy-to-let products.

The specialist distributor has partnered with Iwoca and Fleximize to provide unsecured business finance.

Two-year fixed rates now start from 4.65%.