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Cornerstone Network surpasses 105 appointed representatives
ARs within the network have praised the strength of Cornerstone’s technology, systems, and hands-on support.
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/cornerstone-network-surpasses-105-appointed-representatives/

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Women in Protection Network appoints new executive team
The transition follows the departure of long-standing executive team members Catherine Trimble, Shelli Bentley, and Stephanie Hydon.
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/women-in-protection-network-appoints-new-executive-team/

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Ecology Building Society appoints two BDMs
Andy Pearson and Georgia Midgley join as business development managers (BDMs).
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/ecology-building-society-appoints-two-bdms/

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CII launches vulnerability guide to support fair customer outcomes
The guide aims to help firms identify, support and deliver fair outcomes for vulnerable customers. 
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/cii-launches-vulnerability-guide-to-support-fair-customer-outcomes/

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Property insurance payouts hit record £4.6bn as weather claims surge - ABI
Bad weather drove much of the increase, with weather-related damage totalling £936m, £143m more than in 2024. 
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/property-insurance-payouts-hit-record-4-6bn-as-weather-claims-surge-abi/

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Arkel joins Swinton landlord insurance panel
The Premier Let product, developed by Arkel, is now available to all Swinton landlord customers through the Acturis platform. 
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/arkel-joins-swinton-landlord-insurance-panel/

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Sesame Bankhall Group appoints Shane Wright as CTO
Wright joins the executive team to help speed up SBG’s transformation and deliver more technology-driven services for advisers. 
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/sesame-bankhall-group-appoints-shane-wright-as-cto/

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Furness strengthens enhances holiday let offering and launches high LTV products
The holiday let range now features a 4.79% 2-year fixed rate for cases up to 75% LTV.
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/furness-strengthens-enhances-holiday-let-offering-and-launches-high-ltv-products/

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Gen H cuts selected mortgage rates by up to 0.20%
The most substantial reductions are concentrated in the mid-LTV 3-year range, where rates at 70% and 75% LTV have been cut by 0.20%.
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/gen-h-cuts-selected-mortgage-rates-by-up-to-0-20/

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Insurance customers turn to credit as monthly payments gain popularity – Premium Credit
28% of adults are now more accepting of using credit for insurance than a year ago.
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/insurance-customers-turn-to-credit-as-monthly-payments-gain-popularity-premium-credit/

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Afin Bank launches 95% LTV mortgages and cuts rates
The lender has introduced new higher-LTV options, with Prime 2-year and 5-year fixed rates set at 6.39% and 6.49% up to 95% LTV.
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/afin-bank-launches-95-ltv-mortgages-and-cuts-rates/

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Norton Home Loans joins Mortgage Advice Bureau lender panel
The move gives MAB advisers access to Norton's range of specialist first charge mortgage products.
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/norton-home-loans-joins-mortgage-advice-bureau-lender-panel/

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NACFB appoints Simon Featherstone as chair
Featherstone said: “I look forward to working collaboratively to take the Association to the next level."
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/nacfb-appoints-simon-featherstone-as-chair/

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Mortgage and Finance Arena opens client lounge in Derby
Suzanne Bradshaw said: “The new lounge is just another way we can make sure our clients feel supported every step of the way.”
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/mortgage-and-finance-arena-opens-client-lounge-in-derby/

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conveybuddy adds Talbots to legal panel
Talbots Law will have a specialist conveyancing team available for users of conveybuddy, covering transactional cases. 
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/conveybuddy-adds-talbots-to-legal-panel/

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Lomond wins HR Team of the Year at national awards
Lomond’s HR and learning and development team were recognised for their efforts in building a workplace where staff feel valued and supported.
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/lomond-wins-hr-team-of-the-year-at-national-awards/

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365 Finance relocates to Soho amid surge in funding for SMEs
The move gives 365 Finance a larger office and better access to the fintech community in central London. 
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/365-finance-relocates-to-soho-amid-surge-in-funding-for-smes/

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BGF invests £15m in SME developer to drive housing delivery in Scotland
The money will help push forward the delivery of thousands of sustainable homes across Scotland. 
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/bgf-invests-15m-in-sme-developer-to-drive-housing-delivery-in-scotland/

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Bennison Brown and Stonebridge extend partnership
Rob Clifford said: "We’re thrilled to be continuing on our journey with the team at Bennison Brown under this new long-term agreement."
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/bennison-brown-and-stonebridge-extend-partnership/

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Overseas buyers more cautious ahead of Budget, research reveals
Research commissioned by Butterfield Mortgages found recent tax changes have made UK property less appealing for international buyers.
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/overseas-buyers-more-cautious-ahead-of-budget-research-reveals/

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Older FTBs make up 22% of the market, finds Santander
The youngest first-time buyer was 18, but the proportion of buyers aged 25 and under fell by 23% since last year.
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/older-ftbs-make-up-22-of-the-market-finds-santander/

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Darlington Building Society launches limited company BTL products
The range includes a 2-year fixed rate at 5.29% and a 5-year fixed rate at 5.39%, both up to 75% loan-to-value (LTV). 
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/darlington-building-society-launches-limited-company-btl-products/

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Bridging finance lending hits record highs in Q3 2025 - BDLA
Completions reached £2.5bn from July to September, a rise of 9.6% on the previous quarter and 42% higher than the same period last year. 
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/bridging-finance-lending-hits-record-highs-in-q3-2025-bdla/

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Broker Conveyancing, GOTO and Landmark launch survey partnerships
The partnerships will give brokers access to a range of property survey services and RICS-qualified surveyors. 
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/broker-conveyancing-goto-and-landmark-launch-survey-partnerships/

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Industry looks to Autumn Budget to revive housing and support consumers
Experts are keen to see measures that restore confidence and address long standing structural challenges.
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/industry-looks-to-autumn-budget-to-revive-housing-and-support-consumers/

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Seven in 10 renters lack clarity on Renters’ Rights Act, finds TDS
The survey found that 51% of private renters have heard of the Act but remain unclear about its implications. 
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/seven-in-10-renters-lack-clarity-on-renters-rights-act-finds-tds/

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Kellen Homes and Great Places secure planning permission for 498-home scheme
The project will deliver 277 apartments in five buildings, plus 221 houses of various sizes. 
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/kellen-homes-and-great-places-secure-planning-permission-for-498-home-scheme/

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Hartwell secures approval for £100m Phoenix Yard regeneration in Digbeth
The Phoenix Yard scheme was approved by Birmingham City Council and will deliver 240 homes in Digbeth.
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/hartwell-secures-approval-for-100m-phoenix-yard-regeneration-in-digbeth/

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BSA elects Simon Taylor as new chair
Taylor is currently the deputy chair and will replace Julie-Ann Haines, CEO of Principality Building Society.
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/bsa-elects-simon-taylor-as-new-chair/

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Legl joins The Conveyancing Association as affiliate member
As an affiliate member, Legl will participate in member meetings, association events and online sessions, sharing insights and expertise.
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2025/11/legl-joins-the-conveyancing-association-as-affiliate-member/