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Habito Launches Protection Department and Continues Its Growth With Key Hires

Fintech digital mortgage broker Habito, who recently introduced a specialist team, is now further expanding its operations with the establishment of a dedicated protection department. This strategic move comes as part of the company’s ongoing efforts for growth and expansion.

Habito, is thrilled to announce exciting expansion plans with six new hires. Rhys Walker, Protection Advice Manager is joined by Kulwinder Chana, Protection Expert and Niladri Chakraborty, Protection Expert to spearhead the newly formed team, they have all joined from Better.co.uk (previously Trussle).

In its continued drive to be technology led whilst nurturing new talent, Habito have also appointed Hannah Thornely and Matt Kingsbury to its engineering department in its relentless drive to make the mortgage journey more seamless. Its final hire is Olivia Harris, Mortgage Expert who joins from Mojo mortgages.

Ying Tan, CEO of Habito, expressed his excitement for the new hires and the new protection team. “Having used a third party for protection referrals previously we felt it was time to bring the expertise in house. We are committed to simplifying the homebuying journey and putting customers first. We continue developing exciting technology, and this can only be achieved by continued investment into our talented engineering team. It is a great time to be a Habitonian! “

Rhys Walker, Protection Advice Manager Habito said “I am thrilled to join Habito in what is a very exciting phase for the business. I’m thankful for the chance to be part of this amazing company, and have the opportunity to shape the protection team from the ground up. It underscores our dedication to helping customers protect what matters most to them.”

The addition of these experienced team members and creation of the protection team, marks a significant milestone for Habito as they further solidify their position as the leading player in the digital homebuying world.

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