Bridging and Development finance

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When considering property acquisition or development, securing the right financing is crucial to achieving your goals.

Bridging and development loans offer distinct advantages, yet the ideal choice depends on your specific needs and circumstances. Whether you’re tackling a new build, a renovation, or simply need short-term funding to bridge a financial gap, the right loan can make all the difference. Our team of experts is here to guide you through the complexities of these options, ensuring you find the perfect solution tailored to your project’s unique requirements. Let us help you navigate the financial landscape with confidence and clarity.

How it works

How it works

Bridging finance

A short-term loan secured against any type of property or land on an interest-only basis.

The term of a Bridging Loan is from as little as one month through to a maximum of 12-months, if regulated, or indefinitely, if non-regulated lending. Bridging finance is available to an individual or a limited company.

Bridging loans are faster to arrange than a mortgage or other types of secured loan.

Interest and the lenders arrangement fees are typically rolled into the capital advance, therefore there are no monthly mortgage payments to be met.

Consequently, Bridging finance is not underwritten on affordably, instead, lenders are looking for a clear exit strategy, which will allow the funding to be redeemed, within the short-term period of the loan, such as selling a house, of remortgaging the property.

Development finance

Embarking on a property development journey can be a rewarding way to advance on the property ladder or generate income. However, the cost of real estate development in the UK can be challenging without ready cash. Development finance offers a bespoke solution, providing loans to purchase land and cover building costs, so your ambitions aren’t limited by finances. Discover a tailored development loan and start realising your building dreams.

Understanding Development Finance

Development finance covers costs for residential or commercial projects. Unlike long-term mortgages, these are short-term loans, typically six to 36 months, ideal for land purchase and construction expenses for new builds, conversions, or refurbishments.

How Development Finance Works

Distinct from traditional mortgages, development finance supports new builds or property transformations, with loans based on development costs and projected property value. Key factors include loan-to-cost (LTC), loan-to-gross development value (LTGDV), and borrower experience. Interest is added to the loan balance, easing cash flow during construction, and paid upon sale or refinancing.

Types of Development Finance

Development finance is bespoke, tailored to various needs like residential, commercial, renovations, and both single and multi-unit developments. Options such as development exit funding and mezzanine finance add flexibility. Our expert team is ready to guide you through the financing process.

With over 15 years’ experience in the commercial lending sector, our commercial team can make a real difference. We are proud to be member of the NACFB, the professional association for commercial finance brokers and lenders, giving you confidence in our high industry and regulatory standards.”

The Process Explained

The journey to securing development finance involves several stages:

  • Initial enquiry and free advice, leading to a formal application.
  • Receiving an agreement in principle from the lender.
  • Lender’s due diligence, possibly including site visits.
  • Formal loan offer, leading to contract exchange and fund drawdown.
  • Further drawdowns as the build progresses, with repayment usually upon sale or refinancing.

We simplify the documentation process, enhancing your chances for successful funding. Essential documents include planning permissions, project cost breakdowns, and exit strategies.

With over 15 years’ experience in the commercial lending sector, our commercial team can make a real difference. We are proud to be member of the NACFB, the professional association for commercial finance brokers and lenders, giving you confidence in our high industry and regulatory standards.”

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Some forms of Bridging Loans mortgages are not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

Bridging

A typical Bridging Loan will complete, on average, in five to eight working days. Having access to finance in this timeframe can be particularly useful to property developers looking to complete on property quickly.

Bridging Loans are popular with people purchasing property at auction, as they must complete within 28 days. The ability to get Bridging quickly is a perfect solution for clients who are unable to complete using traditional finance in the stipulated timeframe.

If you want to purchase a new property, but are yet to sell your existing residence, a Bridging Loan enables you to secure the new property before you have sold. The Bridging Loan can be secured against the new property being purchased or any other properties owned by the borrower. Consequently, 100% borrowing is available if needed.

Traditional lenders, especially buy-to-let lenders, generally won’t lend against a property, if there is no kitchen or bathroom or central heating, running water, etc, (if it’s considered uninhabitable). A Bridging Lender, by contrast, will base it’s lending on the property’s value in its current condition and therefore allow ownership to make the property habitable. Once complete, the property can either be sold or a buy-to-let mortgage can be secured to redeem the Bridging Finance.

Property Investors may wish to renovate a property in a few months and subsequently sell or re-finance; this can include complex structural changes to a property or light refurbishments. Part-complete projects can also be purchased with bridging finance. In summary, a ‘bridge’ can often be the perfect vehicle for this short-term capital requirement.

Bridging against land or property in order to obtain planning and secure development funding, or sell on with the uplift in value.

Where a property has a short lease and cannot be financed conventionally, Bridging can be used to extend the lease, making the property mortgageable through more conventional sources.

Development Finance

Development loans start from as little as £50,000. Different lenders have various upper limits.  Our team of experts can provide you with options up to £50 million.

Fees vary according to each loan and the specific set of circumstances surrounding the deal. Typical fees included in development financing are:

  • Lender arrangement fee – a charge from the lender for providing the finance.
  • Broker arrangement fee – a charge from the broker who functioned as intermediary between borrower and lender, as well as any other professionals involved in the deal.
  • Monitoring surveyor fees, (sometimes called Quantity Surveyor Fees, or QS) – costs to maintain professional surveyor oversight of the development to ensure it complies with building regulations and deal covenants during the term of the loan.
  • Exit fees – a charge applied when the loan is paid off.
  • Legal fees – lawyer costs and fees.
  • Non-utilisation of fees – interest is usually charged only on the sum of money drawn from the loan pool. Some lenders may additionally charge a non-utilisation fee to compensate them for funds they have made available to the lender, but which are left unused and not earning interest.
  • Management/admin fees – office costs and fees to manage the loan.

Development finance is short-term, typically repaid within 9–36 months. Unlike a homeowner mortgage, which can last over 35 years, development finance takes into account the value of the completed property

The amount a developer can borrow depends on several factors, including the gross development value (GDV), projected build costs, equity contribution, and day one land leverage.

Lenders monitor the project’s progress to ensure developers adhere to the timeline and goals.

GDV is Gross Development Value and it is the valuation metric used in property development, which allows developers to estimate the worth of the real estate on completion.

Once the build is complete, don’t forget that doesn’t have to be the end of the journey with us. If you are retaining the development, we offer a series of finance solutions to support you through the next stages.

Buy-to-Let Mortgages

Award-winning property finance to help you purchase a new investment, refinance an existing portfolio, or raise additional funds to grow your property business.

Explore buy-to-let mortgages by contating our specilist team.

Commercial Mortgages

Commercial property finance can be complex, but our specialist team, well-versed in UK finance loans, can help you invest in a new property, refinance your existing portfolio, or raise additional funds for further investment opportunities.

Explore commercial mortgages here.

The commercial and bridging mortgage market can be complex and confusing – that’s why we’re here!

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As a first-time buyer, I had a lot of questions—and Greg was absolutely brilliant at answering every single one with patience and clarity. He was always super responsive and made the whole mortgage process feel much less overwhelming. Charley was also fantastic, helping me sort out buildings insurance quickly and efficiently while walking me through all the details. Danni took the time to explain all the insurance options thoroughly and in a way that made sense. Everyone I dealt with was friendly, knowledgeable, and incredibly supportive. I can’t recommend them highly enough!
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I went to Frog for mortgage advise on buying a second property. Initially Greg provided me with various options available to me and spent the time explaining the pros and cons of each. This made choosing the right option very easy, feeling confident with my choice. Likewise, Charley was a great help with finding me the right insurance for my new property and landlords insurance.
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Refund of fees
All fees are fully refundable should we be unable to achieve a Lenders Mortgage Offer (as applied for), except in the following circumstances:
Client not proceeding due to own choice. | Client not proceeding due to valuation issues. | Client not proceeding due to property chain issues. |Client non-disclosure of material facts.

Example of fees
for residential mortgages
We typically charge £479,
payable on application.

Standard residential mortgage – £479
Shared ownership and Right to Buy – £524
Product switch – £95
Complex/impaired credit history – £697

Example of fees
for buy-to-let mortgages
We typically charge £479,
payable on application.

Standard Buy-To-Let mortgage – £497
Limited company Buy-To-Let mortgage – £647
HMO Properties/Portfolio landlords*- £679
Product switch – £95
Complex/impaired credit history and non-standard properties – £879
*A ‘Portfolio Landlord’ is defined as client(s) having four or more buy-to-let properties (mortgaged or mortgage free), on completion of this mortgage transaction.

Example of fees
Commercial mortgages
We typically charge £687,
payable on application.

Business Finance – £897
Development Loan – £897
Commercial Mortgage – £687
Bridging Loan – £687

Example of fees
Lifetime mortgages
We typically charge £995,
payable on application.

Standard Lifetime mortgage – £995
Complex property construction types – £1,295
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