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The move sees further sub-5% mortgage rates available across the lender's purchase, remortgage and existing customer ranges.

The five-year fix allows eligible applicants to be considered from their first day of UK residency.

For 64% of brokers, helping borrowers who may find it difficult to get a mortgage otherwise is one of the most rewarding aspects of expat businesses.

Halifax says the changes aim to better reflect the income profiles of doctors and dentists.

The lender has lowered rates across its range as US midterm results ease global borrowing costs.

Louisa Ritchie, national account manager at Fleet Mortgages, explains why new government guidance provides an excellent opportunity for advisers to contact every landlord client.

Richardson brings more than 25 years of experience from across the mortgage and financial services sectors to the role.

Alison has held senior positions at Nottingham Building Society, LiveMore Capital and Bank of Ireland.

Under the new criteria, the mortgage term can now extend beyond the supporting borrowers’ intended retirement age.

The specialist buy-to-let lender’s two-year fixed rates now start from 3.24%, while five-year fixed rates start from 5.15%.