Bridging lender Hope Capital has joined Connect for Intermediaries’ panel.

Hope Capital has been chosen for its service levels, turnaround times and range of lending of up to 24 months on residential, commercial and mixed-use property across England, Wales and Scotland.

It also lends against land, with or without planning permission, while its rates start at 0.69%.

Kevin Thomson, sales director at Connect for intermediaries, said: “We have worked with Hope Capital off panel for some time and as a result we have no hesitation in now formally putting them on to our lender panel.

“The efficient team at Hope Capital have very quick turnaround times, are incredibly flexible and are always there to help, ensuring that when brokers phone them direct, they will always get to speak directly to an underwriter or a senior decision maker.”

Gary Bailey (pictured), managing director of Hope Capital, added: “We understand that for many brokers, bridging is something that they only see a need for occasionally. For these brokers it can be very useful to have help to guide you through the bridging market to find the best lender and the best products for each client.

“Connect for Intermediaries are experts in the bridging market and provide brokers with all the help and expertise that they may need, we are delighted to partner with Connect and their members.”