Darlington Building Society has joined the lender panel of Mortgage Intelligence, expanding access to its full mortgage range for advisers within the network.

The move bolsters Mortgage Intelligence’s proposition for brokers dealing with clients whose needs fall outside standard lending criteria.

Known for its flexible approach to underwriting, Darlington Building Society specialises in assessing each case on its individual merits, often supporting borrowers with more complex profiles.

Its product range caters to a broad spectrum of customers, including those with non-standard income, older borrowers, and clients purchasing unique property types.

The Society also lends on holiday lets, self-build projects and to skilled workers on VISAs.

Earlier this year, the Society enhanced its offering for skilled workers by removing key barriers. It scrapped the minimum time requirement remaining on VISAs for borrowers seeking up to 90% loan-to-value, and removed the minimum income threshold for those applying at 95% LTV — measures intended to improve accessibility for overseas professionals looking to settle in the UK housing market.

Christopher Blewitt, head of mortgage distribution at Darlington Building Society, said the new partnership was an opportunity to broaden the Society’s reach among brokers.

“Mortgage Intelligence is well known for giving advisers access to lenders and products that suit the types of cases brokers deal with day to day,” he said.

“This partnership helps us widen our reach and work with even more brokers looking for flexible criteria and a human approach to underwriting.

“We know that not every case is straightforward, and we’re here to work with advisers to find the right solution, even when the situation is a little more complex.”

Graham Wood, head of products and partnerships at Mortgage Intelligence, said Darlington’s inclusion on the panel would be welcomed by advisers looking for practical solutions.

“We’re very pleased to welcome Darlington Building Society to our panel. Their approach to lending is practical, flexible, and focused on the needs of the individual, which is exactly what our members value,” he said.

“Whether it’s self-employed clients, buyers with more unusual circumstances, or properties that fall outside standard criteria, Darlington’s willingness to assess cases on their merits will be a welcome addition to our network.”