We spoke to David Raw, managing director for commercial finance at UK Finance, about his background and previous roles at the FCA and Treasury, how intermediaries can best support SMEs...

Over a quarter of SMEs whose loan applications had been referred for manual underwriting, and who risked missing out on credit, could be given access to finance had Open Finance been...

The change will increase the volume of lending that can be provided to borrowers.

Rob joined the team at HTB as a lending director in September 2022.

The product is designed to give investors and developers increased flexibility in the short-term.

SMEs remain optimistic with growth plans in place for 2024 as the picture begins to brighten.

Rates now start from 6.19% for a two-year fixed rate and 6.59% for a five-year fixed rate.

The Association says inclusion in the system will increase brokers’ visibility to lenders looking for partners.

InterBay’s new rates have reduced by 40bps.

Borrowers can convert the facility into a new refurbishment loan upon gaining planning permission.