Summary: Self Build property development finance usually describes finance provided for people who wish to build their own homes or convert or enlarge their own homes. It can apply both to people who physically build themselves and to those who employ builders and project managers. Although self build finance may appear to be commercial lending, [...] Read more »
What is the Definition of Mezzanine Finance?
Summary: Mezzanine Finance in property development finance is often a second tier of lending, usually at a higher interest which may also be convertible into equity. For example, the principal lender may lend 65% LTV on a property with a first charge and the mezzanine finance may provide an additional 20% LTV on a second [...] Read more »
Can Commercial Finance Brokers Help You?
Summary: Commercial finance brokers can play a key part in helping with your business lending or property development finance. Instead of spending time finding the loan that suits your project or your business yourself, they will find the right lender with full knowledge of your needs. Brokers should also know about lenders who are unlikely [...] Read more »
Commercial Bridging Finance: Quick Solutions
Summary: The secret of commercial bridging finance is finding quick solutions for development funding. The bridging finance market is specialised and there are a number of major lenders and many minor players. You can find these directly or be introduced by a broker, who is more likely to be aware of the nature of the [...] Read more »
Commercial Development Finance: How to Find Funding
Summary: Looking for commercial development finance can be daunting and something of a minefield. There are a whole range of different types of lenders and any number of different solutions which may necessitate mezzanine finance as well. Sometimes the best starting place is to contact a respected firm of commercial finance brokers. Whether you are [...] Read more »