News in brief - 8 April 2026

Foundation has launched a series of limited edition buy-to-let (BTL) products across its F1, HMO and holiday let ranges. With swap rates easing slightly in recent days, Foundation has introduced additional options aimed at supporting brokers with solutions across a range of landlord scenarios. Within its F1 range, the specialist lender has launched limited edition two- and five-year fixed products at 5.59% and 5.99% respectively. On its F2 range, its limited edition HMO five-year fix starts from 6.24%, while its F2 holiday range starts at 6.04% and 6.34% as two- and five-year fixes respectively. All products come with a flat £3,995 fee.

StreamBank has appointed Paula Purdy and Gary Lomax as national account director for the North and business development manager (BDM) for the North and Scotland respectively. Purdy has more than 20 years’ experience in financial services, including 14 years at Shawbrook Bank, and has joined from United Trust Bank (UTB), where she served as sales director. Lomax is also joining from UTB, where he worked as a BDM. He has experience across bridging and specialist lending, having held a number of roles within the sector.

Samantha Roe has been appointed as compliance manager at The Right Mortgage & Protection Network (TRM). She will have responsibility for maintaining a primary point of contact for appointed representatives within her allocated area, managing the training and competence programme and ensuring compliance with both company and regulatory procedures. Her role at TRM also includes identifying business risks, supporting advisers in meeting regulatory requirements, conducting audits and reviews, coaching and monitoring individuals, and assisting with technical queries and escalations arising from file reviews.



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