Your need-to-know news and numbers: July 2025.

Together hit the press a number of times through the month of June. From key new appointments to commentary on the property market - read on to find out where we were featured in the month.

25 years

Sadie Harrison has 25 years of experience under her belt in the specialist lending sector, and she has recently rejoined Together to assist our network and club partners across cross both regulated and unregulated finance.

In an article in Mortgage Solutions, Sadie said she is aiming to continue supporting firms in an ever-changing market, with upcoming rental reforms and anticipated EPC rating regulations.

Tanya Elmaz, Director of Intermediary Sales expressed her delight at Sadie’s return, saying “we can’t wait to see her bring her expertise and skills back to help drive Together forward. Our networks and clubs’ channel has gone from strength to strength since its launch. Together is a company that is dedicated to finding solutions to complicated cases where other lenders may say no”.

10%

Optimism seems to be growing in the commercial property market – and not just in London.

Throughout June, Property 118 reported that we’re seeing a boost outside of the country’s capital as investment opportunities continue to grow. Highlighting Together’s recent research, Manchester is a key hotspot – with a third of buy to let landlords with properties within the area expecting to see their yields increase by up to 10%.

But Birmingham and Glasgow are two cities hot on Manchester’s heels.

These two locations are emerging as hotspots for commercial property with a rise in activity. In the article, Ryan Etchells, our Chief Commercial Officer, commented that “While London continues to retain its appeal, it’s clear there are regional cities that are becoming increasingly attractive, and we would expect this interest and investment to continue over the next five years.”

£39bn

Last month, the Government pledged £39 billion to fund an ambitious 10-year social and affordable housing programme. The industry has welcomed this with open arms but, in an “age of insecurity”, this comes with some concerns.

Chris Baguley, Group Channel Development Director at Together, offered his thoughts on this “significant boost” in a recent article by Mortgage Solutions, expressing that “this could be a pivotal moment in the government’s race to build 1.5 million new homes.”

“While upfront investment at this scale is promising – it is only part of the solution. More support for social housing developers and their trusted lenders is vital for ongoing projects, providing more affordable housing and community spaces where they are needed most,” he noted.

38 years

The news is out… “Together strengthens executive team as Goldberg retires” as reported by The Intermediary.

After 38 years at Together, CEO of Sales and Distribution Marc Golberg announced his plans to step down from the group board at the end of June 2025, before retiring in December 2026, ensuring a smooth transition.

Marc commented “I am so proud of Together and all that the company has achieved and have had the pleasure of working with inspirational colleagues, customers and business partners over the course of my career.”

As we celebrate the culmination of a remarkable chapter, we also begin an exciting new one.

Together has appointed three new executive team members who will play a pivotal role in shaping the company as we prepare to grow. Cheryl Brough joins as Chief People Officer, alongside Dave Sutherland as Chief Operating Officer and Candice Lott as Chief Marketing Officer.

On that note, we’ll be back with another property news round-up next month.

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