UK bridging loan lenders
How bridging lenders differ and the factors that determine which ones suit a deal.
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Bridging and development finance guides
Practical guides for brokers and borrowers working on UK bridging, refurbishment and development finance. Understand how lenders assess different deals and what to prepare before approaching them.
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Development finance lenders UK
Lenders for ground-up projects and conversions, including experience, costs and exit requirements.
Read guide →Refurbishment finance lenders UK
How the scope of property works changes the lenders and finance available.
Read guide →Auction finance UK
Funding an auction purchase within a fixed completion deadline.
Read guide →Lenders for specific situations
Bridging loans with adverse credit
How lenders assess CCJs, defaults, arrears and other credit events.
Read guide →Below market value bridging loans
How lenders treat the purchase price, valuation and discount on a BMV transaction.
Read guide →Bridging loans in Scotland
Finding lenders with suitable Scottish coverage for the property and transaction.
Read guide →Understanding the bridging process
Bridging loan property valuations
Valuation methods, lender instructions and how the report can affect borrowing.
Read guide →Bridging loan legal process
The legal work from solicitor instruction through to completion and registration.
Read guide →Title insurance for bridging loans
What title insurance may cover and how lenders assess the remaining legal risk.
Read guide →Compare lenders and costs
Top 10 bridging lenders in the UK
An alphabetical editorial selection of established and specialist UK lenders.
Read guide →Bridging loan calculator
Estimate interest, fees, available cash and the expected repayment figure.
Read guide →Common questions
Using the DealFunder guides
Which guide should I start with?
Start with UK bridging loan lenders. It explains the main factors lenders use before linking to more specific finance guides.
Are these guides written for brokers or borrowers?
Both. They are written for brokers placing specialist cases and borrowers who want to understand how lenders may view a transaction.
How often are the guides updated?
We review the guides as the site develops. Lender criteria change, so current terms must always be confirmed directly with the lender.
Is it free to use DealFunder?
Yes. Searching and reading the guides are free. If you ask DealFunder to approach lenders and a loan completes, DealFunder may receive commission from the lender. This does not affect eligibility or ranking.