The Q2 2025 Bridging Trends report shows a period of resilience and stability, with key indicators pointing to an increasingly competitive and mature sector. Here’s a breakdown of the key takeaways: A welcome drop in interest rates A notable trend this quarter is the decrease in borrowing costs. The average monthly interest rate for …
Commercial property investment offers compelling opportunities with higher yields and greater stability than residential alternatives and as the landscape continues to evolve, we understand that successful commercial property investment requires more than just competitive rates – it demands a lender who truly understands your business and can provide the flexibility to capitalize on opportunities as …
At MT Finance, we believe in the power of community and the importance of giving back. That’s why we were proud to dedicate our support in April to the incredible work of Goods for Good, a Hertfordshire-based charity transforming lives by redistributing surplus goods to those facing hardship. Goods for Good operates with a simple yet …
The UK bridging finance market has shown significant stability and adaptability in the first quarter of 2025, according to the latest Bridging Trends data. Despite navigating evolving market dynamics, the sector has maintained consistent strong lending figures while substantially increasing operational efficiency. Here are the key takeaways from the report that you should be aware …
By Raphael Benggio, Head of Lending – Bridging Finance, MT Finance What is bridging finance? Bridging finance is a short-term loan designed to ‘bridge’ a financial gap until a long-term funding solution can be arranged. These loans are typically secured against a property or other tangible assets. Unlike traditional mortgages or business loans, bridging …
The latest Bridging Trends data reveals the UK bridging finance market demonstrated remarkable resilience in 2024, maintaining robust lending volumes and notable improvement in operational efficiency. A key takeaway is the significant 23% drop in average completion times going from 58 days to 47 days. This reflects a positive shift in the market, with lenders …
The latest Bridging Trends data reveals that Q3 2024 marked a significant period of growth and efficiency in the bridging finance market. Despite the traditional summer slowdown, lenders experienced a notable uptick in lending volumes, coupled with a significant improvement in operational efficiency. MT Finance compiles Bridging Trends, a quarterly index that compiles data from …
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, provide support to women with breast cancer and highlight how early screening can significantly improve the chances of a successful outcome. In honour of this, we had the privilege of partnering with Prevent Breast Cancer charity to host a health talk on breast cancer …
In the fast-paced world of property investment, opportunities come and go in the blink of an eye. This is especially true for below market value (BMV) property purchases which are rare gems savvy property investors and portfolio landlords are always on the lookout for. Often, BMV properties spring up at the speed of light and …
With the recent lowering of both buy-to-let and residential mortgage rates, savvy landlords and investors are turning to their existing assets to help raise capital. Here’s how specialist lenders can support them. lower but not low enough? The Bank of England’s decision to lower the base rate to 5% in August – the first …
