
The benefits of using a commercial mortgage broker
Finding the best commercial mortgage is not easy, which is why it helps to use a commercial mortgage broker. There are many reasons

Lenders to crack down on private buy-to-let property
Some people that have a standard mortgage on property are renting out the accommodation privately without informing the mortgage lender. This is done

Seven reasons to use bridging finance
There are several reasons for bridging finance, and we’ve come up with seven of the most pertinent. If you need a bridging loan

General election result unlikely to affect commercial property market
The general election has not created the decisive result the Conservative Party wanted, but it is unlikely to slow down the commercial property
Liverpool is top buy-to-let area
Recent research named Liverpool as the top buy to let area in the UK.

Frequently asked questions about commercial mortgage finance
If you purchase property for business purposes, you will probably need commercial mortgage finance.

Is it worth buying single rooms?
Landlords are facing increasing costs due to higher tax bills and stamp duty. In order to stay profitable, landlords are looking at ways

Prime West End rents at record highs
According to estate agents Savills, in the first quarter of 2017, rents in London’s West End hit a record high of £122.30 per

How to break the house buying chain using bridging loans
Bridging loans are short-term agreements that are chiefly used by property buyers. They can bridge the gap between buying a new house and

Property investors look at holiday parks
Since the Brexit vote, holiday and caravan parks have experienced a boost in business. The low exchange rate has

Rental yields strong in most UK areas
A report on the website Property Reporter in April 2017 showed that rental yields on residential properties remain strong, even though rents have

Why should you use a bridging loan broker?
Bridging finance is a useful way to raise short-term cash for both individuals and businesses. Many bridging finance lenders provide a variety of options.

What are ‘complex’ loans?
Most standard loan applications are approved according to a strict set of criteria, but what are known as ‘complex’ loans are more flexible.

New ruling may help owners of empty commercial properties
Owners of empty commercial property that is being refurbished normally have to pay business rates set according to the full ratable value of

The fast and flexible nature of business loans
One of the advantages of a bridging loan is the speed in which it can be arranged. A standard or commercial mortgage can

The pro and cons of investing in retail property
Many buy-to-let landlords faced with increasing costs are looking into retail property investments, but potential investors need to consider the advantages and disadvantages.

The costs of landlords forming limited companies
Next month, changes to the tax system mean that many landlords will face a reduction in the tax relief on their mortgage interest

Families of missing mortgage borrowers may be given power of guardianship
MPs are debating the introduction of a new law that gives families of missing persons’ guardianship rights.

Wednesday wisdom: Life insurance advice
When an adult member of a family dies, on top of the grief, there can be the added burden of struggling financially. If

Protection insurance recommended for renters
Many people do not think they need protection insurance until they apply for a mortgage to purchase a house. However, according to a

Buy-to-let mortgages at historic low interest rates
Two- and three-year fixed commercial mortgages are available at all-time low rates, reported FTAdviser.com in February 2017.
Commercial mortgage & standard residential mortgage
A commercial mortgage resembles a residential mortgage, but there are some significant differences.

Barking is London’s best buy-to-let location
The website Homes & Property listed the best districts in London for buy-to-let investors in a January 2017 article, and has named Barking

Mortgage insurance advice
The largest financial debt for most households is usually the mortgage. If you cannot work through illness, an accident or redundancy, then it