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Darrell Walker Appointed Managing Director of Mortgages at LendInvest

Darrell Walker has been appointed as managing director of mortgages at LendInvest. He joins the company from Chetwood Bank, where he worked for around three years, most recently as group sales director for its brands ModaMortgages and CHL Mortgages.

Walker’s appointment comes shortly after LendInvest announced record lending of £1.44 billion for 2025, representing a 17% growth on the previous year. The company has also recently launched a semi-commercial buy-to-let (BTL) proposition aimed at supporting property professionals who are diversifying their portfolios.

In his new role, Walker will be responsible for ensuring LendInvest’s mortgage product mix remains competitive and aligned to borrower needs. He will also engage with broker partners to enhance retention and refine the acquisition process.

LendInvest’s chief commercial officer, John Eastgate, described Walker’s arrival as a significant moment for the company as it enters a new phase of growth. Eastgate highlighted the company’s recent record-breaking year for new lending and the introduction of new offerings such as semi-commercial BTL.

For UK letting agents and inventory clerks, these developments at LendInvest may signal increased activity in the buy-to-let and semi-commercial mortgage markets, with potential impacts on property transactions and portfolio management.