Meridian Mortgages Group, part of Mortgage Advice Bureau (MAB), has acquired William Lowden & Associates—a highly regarded mortgage brokerage based in Bedfordshire with over 25 years of experience in the new build sector.
With a combined track record of more than 50 years, this acquisition further enhances Meridian’s already strong proposition in the new build market. Alongside its specialist Shared Ownership business, Metro Finance, which is also part of the Meridian Mortgages Group, the addition of William Lowden & Associates boosts Meridian’s capacity to support developers, improve the buyer journey, and reinforce its position as a leading broker for new build mortgages across the UK.
This expansion also marks a significant increase in Meridian’s national presence, strengthening its ability to deliver expert support to developers and buyers nationwide.
The announcement comes as Meridian celebrates its 25th anniversary, having delivered over £650 million in new build lending during 2024. This acquisition will take the Meridian Group to more than £1 billion in lending in 2025—a milestone that underscores decades of trusted service and mortgage innovation. Meridian was also named Best New Build Broker at the 2024 Legal & General Mortgage Club Awards and is nominated again this year, reflecting its ongoing excellence in the sector.
“All of us at Meridian are delighted to welcome William Lowden & Associates to the Group. This partnership goes beyond growth—it reflects shared values, a mutual dedication to customer service, and a combined expertise that’s second to none in the industry. It’s the first of several exciting strategic moves we have planned for 2025, as we continue to build smart, sustainable growth through people, partnerships, and service excellence,” said Allan Warren, Managing Director at Meridian Mortgages.
William Aitken, Director at William Lowden & Associates, added: “We’re genuinely excited about the opportunities this creates for our business. With the support of Meridian and MAB, plus access to powerful technology and wider resources, we’re well placed to take our offering to the next level and deliver even more value to our clients.”
Felicity Barnett, Lender Operations Manager at Mortgage Advice Bureau, commented: “Meridian’s latest acquisition aligns with MAB’s commitment to growth in the new build space. It strengthens our market-leading position, and will help even more customers achieve their homeownership goals through expert advice and innovative solutions.”
