Brightstar has partnered with OMS to launch a new technology offering for brokers and clients.

Steve Chapman has over 40 years' experience with previous roles at Lloyds and Hitachi Capital.

A new relationship manager and national account manager have joined the property division.

Adverse credit, shared ownership and Right to Buy products will all benefit from the latest round of rate cuts.

Buy-to-let rates now start from 5.34%, with a reduced ICR and increased maximum LTV.

Rates in the CHL 2 range now start from 4.62%.

Sophie has held previous roles at Vida Homeloans and Nationwide.

Residential fixed rates have reduced by up to 0.82%.

Roma has announced two new BDMs and two promotions.

In addition, existing rates have been cut by up to 0.74%.