Pepper Money has announced a number of changes to its sales leadership structure to support its continued growth ambitions. Ryan Brailsford has been appointed to the role of distribution director, and will be responsible for the specialist lender’s distribution strategy and delivery. Rob Barnard will continue to lead intermediary relationships, dedicating more time to representing the business externally, strengthening industry partnerships and leading stakeholder engagement across the market. Pepper Money’s national sales manager, Dianne Corner, will also take over full operational responsibility for its field and telephone sales team.

Together has reduced rates by up to 0.05% across some of its unregulated bridging product range. The rate reductions are designed to improve affordability at higher LTVs. Headline rates for first charge now start at 0.90% for unregulated bridging, 1.04% for semi-commercial and 1.08% for commercial properties. Similarly, headline rates for second charge products start from 1.08% for unregulated residential bridging, 1.06% for semi-commercial and 1.10% for commercial properties.

Vida Homeloans has expanded its lending proposition by reintroducing of 20 products to its residential range, alongside the relaunch of its buy-to-let (BTL) range. The expanded residential range includes fee saver and foreign national products. The firm said this enhancement reflects its commitment to providing specialist solutions in a changing market, helping brokers access products supported by a service-led approach. The relaunch of its BTL range is set to enable intermediaries to support landlords and property investors seeking funding options from a specialist lender.

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