THE property business is a real 'people' business.

It's a relatively small community that works hard and speaks its own language, and in which relationships matter above all else.

To this end, The Royal Bank of Scotland, which also operates the NatWest brand, has a long and distinguished history of supporting customers in the property sector in Worcestershire.

We recognise the vital importance of local knowledge, and by creating specialist regional property teams, we are well positioned to provide quick, but well-informed solutions to customer financing needs.

Personally, I have over 20 years banking experience, the last 15 years among corporate banking, based in Worcestershire for the last 11 years and dedicated to the local property market for the last three years.

Working with my colleague Jane Parker, we provide support to commercial, residential and investment funding projects across the county.

This local knowledge and availability was particularly important to Roger Duke, who is the the managing director of MRD Develop-ments (Malvern) Ltd.

Mr Duke has just transferred the banking of the company to NatWest due to the improved access to his bank manager and the fact that because we are resourced to solely look after property clients we can contribute more than simply financially to the business relationship.

He said: "I was delighted to find a bank with a dedicated property specialist who wanted to help my business, understands the property sector and has worked closely with me to structure the company's financial needs to help support the future strategy of the company.

"Andy and Jane provide me with accessibility and excellent relationship support and both have made a really positive impact on my business."

Andy Wyeth

To find out how Andy Wyeth could help with your property requirements please call 01527 834233 or e-mail: andy.wyeth@rbs.co.uk