Loan originations platform Mast has joined the Equity Release Council.  

The new technology member says its platform features, which include, a built-in policy engine and real-time feedback, aim to support later life lender market growth. 

Equity Release Council chief executive Jim Boyd says: “While customers are unlikely to be aware of the hard work that advisers, providers and technology companies do behind the scenes to make the lending process as smooth and seamless as possible, they benefit from the results.” 

Mast chief executive Joy Joseph Absiaab (pictured) adds: “As one of the few self-service platforms on the market, we are committed to helping lenders deliver favourable outcomes to both customers and advisers by operating more efficiently.” 

In October, Cumberland Building Society launched a new broker portal designed by Mast, which aimed to streamline the mortgage process for brokers on its panel.