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Case Studies
Bridging Finance for Mixed-Use Freehold Purchase and Title Split
Client Scenario Our client sought to purchase a mixed-use freehold property comprising a ground-floor fish and chip takeaway business and a three-bedroom flat above. The property was held under a single title, and the client’s objective was to acquire the entire...
Fast-Track Regulated Bridging Loan for a Forever Home Purchase
Background Charles and Hannah, a professional couple in their late 30s, are both schoolteachers with a strong joint income of £76,000 per year. They had the opportunity to purchase their “forever home” in a small village just outside Leeds. The property was being sold...
Bridging Loan – Block of flats refurbishment
Overview Thomas and David, experienced property investors, identified an opportunity to purchase a block of 12 purpose-built flats in need of substantial refurbishment. Their goal was to acquire, improve, and refinance the property into a long-term investment,...
Regulated Bridging Loan – Manchester
Client Profile: Our client, David and Alison, found their ideal next home in Hyde in Manchester and needed to act fast. Although they had £85,000 in cash savings, the remainder of the purchase funds were tied up in their current (unsold) property. They didn’t want to...
Unregulated Bridging Loan for Holiday Let Development
Client Profile: Our client, Helen and Rebecca, discovered a unique countryside property listed at £1.2 million. The site included: Three fully converted barns ready for immediate use as holiday lets. Three additional barns requiring full renovation, with plans to...
Relocation from London to Teesside
Client Profile: Originally from London, our client is a consultant at a North East hospital. He had accepted a new role at James Cook University Hospital in Teesside, necessitating an urgent move from his family home in North London. With his new position already...
Regulated Bridging Loan Case Study
Client Profile: Our clients, based in Cumbria, were in the process of selling their unencumbered smallholding farm, currently on the market for £1,250,000. They are looking to downsize and retire into a more manageable property closer to family. The Objective: They...
£1.5M Bridging Loan to Support Growth and Ease Cashflow Pressure
Client Profile Our client is the owner of a diversified farming enterprise in the UK, with an estimated asset value of £3 million. The business is well-established and has demonstrated strong long-term potential. The Challenge During the COVID-19 lockdown, the client...
Regulated Bridging Loan for Downsizing Clients in Stratford-upon-Avon
Client Profile: A couple currently residing in a spacious 5-bedroom detached home in Stratford-upon-Avon, looking to downsize to a more manageable property in a nearby village. Current Situation: Current property value: £950,000 Outstanding mortgage: £89,000 Available...
Blog & News
Step-by-step guide to apply for a bridging loan
Bridging loans are becoming increasingly popular because of their flexibility and the speed at which you can secure finance for property or business needs. It’s hardly surprising that they are popular because they can be arranged quickly and are flexible for...
When should I use a business bridging loan?
Timing is all important when it comes to business and that’s why a business bridging loan – or commercial bridging finance – can be the perfect solution when your company needs access to capital quickly. Whether you need to secure commercial property, plug a...
5 benefits of using a bridging loan
Bridging loans might be becoming more popular, however, a recent survey shows that many homeowners have never heard of them. Almost one in five who were questioned said they had no idea that the loans existed and of those that had heard of them, 13% did not know how...
What can you use a bridging loan for?
Bridging loans are a short-term option to bridge a gap in funds. That could be when buying property whilst arranging permanent funding or to help with cash-flow issues in business. And while they are becoming more popular, bridging loans are not for every situation...
Can you use a bridging loan when downsizing?
More than six million homeowners around the UK are currently considering downsizing. Research released earlier this year shows that 15% are thinking about buying a smaller property and in London, more than 25% say they are planning to do the same. At the same time,...
Do I need a deposit for a bridging loan?
Bridging loans are increasingly popular. Data from the Bridging & Development Lenders Association recorded shows that in 2025 approved bridging finance deals increased each quarter. The average size of a bridging loan for the first quarter of 2025 was £540,000 –...
Buying an auction property with a bridging loan
Buying a property in an auction is increasingly popular with £5.5 billion of transactions last year. More than 28,000 properties were auctioned last year – a 10% increase on 2023. It proves auctions are not just for those who appear on Homes under the Hammer! Buying...
Why are bridging loans popular?
Applications for bridging loans in the UK are smashing records. The latest data from the Bridging & Development Lenders Association (BDLA) shows 2025 has started strongly for the sector. The first quarter saw bridging loan completions reach £2.8 billion – matching...
Are bridging loan interest rates affected by rate cuts?
Bridging loan interest rates are usually higher than traditional home loans because they are only meant to be short term. And as interest rates are grabbing headlines at the moment, you may wonder if it makes a difference to bridging loans. Here, in our latest blog,...
How much can you borrow on a bridging loan?
Bridging loans are perfect for securing finance when you need to fill a funding gap until traditional lending can be obtained, however, how much can you borrow on a bridging loan? The biggest reason people in the UK apply for bridging loans is when a chain breaks....
What documents do I need to apply for a bridging loan?
If you want to apply for a bridging loan then you need to be prepared. It might sound obvious but lenders will want to know more about you before offering the funds. Like all personal credit, each lender may need different documentation before considering your...
What support is available if you’re having difficulty paying your bridging loan?
The majority of properties in the UK are bought using mortgages, bridging loans are useful as a short-term option to ‘bridge a gap’. However, no matter how well you budget, things can go wrong! Around 2% of adults in the UK are currently behind on mortgages, according...
Regulated Loans v Unregulated Bridging Loans
A Bridging Loan is a useful way to secure funding when buying a private or commercial property. These short-term loans bridge the gap until you secure funding through your mortgage or other long-term lender. One of the main reasons is that Bridging Loans are quicker...
What you need to know about bridging loan exit strategies
Bridging loans are becoming more popular and specialist lenders expect them to surge further throughout 2025. If you are considering such a loan, have you considered the bridging loan exit strategies available to you? It is important to understand that you need an...
Why should you use a bridging loan calculator?
Our bridging loan calculator can really help you estimate what costs might be involved before applying for a bridging loan. The figures will only be indicative, of course, however, they will help you understand what you might be committing to until you speak to one of...