Latest acquisitions position Pivotal as leader in the specialist residential lending advice market

Pivotal Growth Limited (“Pivotal”) has completed the acquisition of CLS Money Limited (“CLS Money”) and entered into a further agreement to acquire Simply Lending Solutions Limited (“Simply Lending”), subject to customary closing conditions. In a milestone moment for the firm and for the UK’s specialist mortgage market, the acquisitions come as demand continues to grow for tailored residential lending advice, with more borrowers requiring expert guidance and support.

CLS Money and Simply Lending are specialist mortgage advisory firms, known for their expertise in complex and adverse credit cases. With a strong grounding in residential lending and a technology-led approach, both advise clients in securing suitable finance solutions.

Together CLS Money and Simply Lending bring more than a decade of specialist experience, strong lender relationships, and a proven track record of organic growth through delivering consistently high client service standards. Collectively, the firms generate more than £10 million in annual revenue and now operate with a combined team of over 100 colleagues.

Clayton Shipton, Managing Director of CLS Money, commented:“CLS Money has grown steadily over many years by focusing on quality, expertise and relationships. We have invested heavily in our people and in understanding what specialist lenders really need. Joining Pivotal gives us the platform, technology and support to build on that foundation and accelerate our growth, while staying true to our values and the way we work.”

Adam Hinder, CEO of Simply Lending, commented: “Simply Lending and Pivotal already have a successful commercial partnership, and we are delighted to join the Group as we accelerate Simply Lending’s next phase of growth. Pivotal is the right home for our clients and colleagues, as we share the same values and a truly customer-obsessed mindset.”

Mayank Prakash CBE, Group CEO of Pivotal, added: “CLS Money and Simply Lending are two of the UK’s most respected adverse credit mortgage advisers. Their expertise, strong leadership teams and entrepreneurial cultures align closely with our strategy. We look forward to supporting both businesses as they continue to grow, and we are proud to welcome Adam, Clayton and their teams to the Pivotal family.”