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The move is designed to simplify the product offering and allow borrowers to benefit from the same rates.

The lender has introduced new two-year fixes and reduced rates on five-year products.

The new partnership aims to deliver faster and more accurate lending decisions and deeper property insights.

The Society says the unified approach will deliver a 'faster, smarter service'.

The new range promises offer-subject-to-valuation in five working days.

Brokers will now receive 1% of the total deal value once completion has taken place.

Accord will now lend up to 5.5 times income to first-time buyers at 95% LTV.

The lender is offering increased LTVs and products tailored to property size.

Simon will lead teams responsible for mortgages, savings and marketing and digital channels.

The lender has simplified the application process for brokers.