The new bank launched in July with a range of residential and buy-to-let home loans aimed at some of the UK’s most underserved borrowers, after gaining regulatory approval.   

It 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.  

The lender says, “its proposition is built around manual underwriting and a pragmatic, case-by-case approach”. 

The mortgage club, part of the Sesame Bankhall Group, adds that the partnership reflects its “ongoing commitment to enhancing the support and solutions available to its adviser community.” 

PMS and Bankhall director Claire Cherrington says: “Their [Afin Bank’s] innovative approach to lending and focus on underserved borrower segments—particularly foreign nationals and diaspora communities in the UK—aligns perfectly with our mission to support advisers in delivering life-changing advice.  

“We’re committed to helping our members access lenders who offer flexible, tailored solutions that reflect the realities of today’s mortgage market.” 

Afin Bank intermediary sales director James Briggs (pictured) says: “Joining the PMS Mortgage Club panel is a significant step for Afin Bank as it means we can work with more brokers, offering great products and excellent service, helping them to help more of their clients make a home in this country.”