Brokers noted that rates are still available below 6% but predict rates to rise further.

Lenders will offer tailored support for anyone struggling, which could include extending their term to reduce their payments or switching to interest-only payments.

The Nottingham has reduced the minimum length of time contractors must have worked on fixed term contracts to make it easier to secure a mortgage.

Avril Dugdale will cover the North East and Rachel Bridle will focus on the South.

49.4% of borrowers aged between 18-24 believe that they will have access to a better interest rate if they pay a broker fee, according to new research conducted on behalf of Boon...

Almost a fifth also believe they will receive a better service from mortgage brokers that charge a fee.

Jennifer Curry will join as The Nottingham’s new BDM covering the North West.

The Nottingham will keep in place its affordability tests covering income, expenditure, and stressed interest rate.

Subbramoney will lead development of The Nottingham’s mortgage proposition.

Pauline will manage the company’s field sales business development and its broker support team.