Connect for Intermediaries has become the latest specialist distributor to partner with Kensington.

The specialist network and distributor, which offers placement and packaging services for residential and buy-to-let, will offer intermediaries full access to all of Kensington’s core range, in addition to a 90% LTV residential semi-exclusive.

Kensington is also able to lend up to 80% LTV on buy-to-let, with decisions made by underwriters rather than a credit score, and there are no minimum income requirements for existing landlords.

Liz Syms (pictured), CEO at Connect for Intermediaries, said: “We are really looking forward to working with Kensington on distributing its specialist residential and buy-to-let mortgages, to the benefit of both our Appointed Reps and Directly Authorised brokers who utilise our packaging services.

“Through us, brokers will now be able to access all of Kensington’s core mortgage range as well as its 90% LTV residential semi-exclusive, and we will be working with Kensington on introducing enhancements to its buy-to-let proposition in the future.”

Steve Griffiths, head of sales and distribution at Kensington, said: “Connect for Intermediaries has established a reputation for expertise in buy-to-let and we are looking forward to working with the team on developing and introducing new buy-to-let products in the coming months.

“This is another important step in the growth of our specialist distribution channel and the growth of our business.”