Mortgage Brain has added the recently launched specialist lender, Afin Bank, to its Sourcing Brain and Criteria Brain modules.

As part of the partnership, intermediaries can now access Afin Bank’s range of residential and buy-to-let (BTL) mortgages, designed to support UK borrowers.

The new lender was created to support people from the African diaspora and other foreign nationals with an overseas passport and a valid visa to work in the UK, who can struggle to get a mortgage from mainstream lenders because of circumstances such as their visa status or lack of UK credit history.

Afin Bank products that are now available on Sourcing Brain and Criteria Brain include mortgages for first-time buyers, home movers, remortgagers and BTL landlords and investors.

By partnering with Mortgage Brain, brokers can quickly source Afin Bank products. The online availability of both Sourcing Brain and Criteria Brain also allows for users to access the tools where and when they need them.

Intermediary sales director at Afin Bank, James Briggs, said: "Joining Mortgage Brain’s Sourcing Brain and Criteria Brain platforms will make it much easier for brokers to access our specialist mortgage range. At Afin Bank, we’re committed to supporting individuals who are often overlooked by traditional lenders, including foreign nationals, diaspora communities, and others whose circumstances make it harder to secure a mortgage.

"Partnering with Mortgage Brain ensures that brokers can find and apply for our products quickly and with confidence, helping more underserved borrowers secure their own property, whether it’s their very first home or a step onto the investment property ladder."

Sales and marketing director at Mortgage Brain, Neil Wyatt, added: "A very warm welcome to Afin Bank. Sourcing Brain and Criteria Brain are designed to give brokers the tools they need to match clients with the right lenders and products quickly and efficiently, something that’s especially vital for borrowers with more complex or non-standard circumstances.

"By combining real-time product sourcing with detailed eligibility criteria, our technology helps ensure that underserved borrowers aren’t left behind and can access mortgage options that truly reflect their needs."

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