Bridging Finance

Autumn Budget 2026 on 28 October: what property borrowers should watch

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The Autumn Budget is on 28 October 2026. What is and is not confirmed for property, and why timing matters for short-term property finance.

Bridging Trends Q2 2026: lending eases as chain breaks and auctions gain share

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Bridging Trends Q2 2026 recorded £173.1m of lending, a 0.81% average monthly rate and faster 46-day completions, with chain breaks and auctions gaining share.

First-charge bridging finance from £250k: how Ponte’s new deal review works

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Ponte Finance has launched a dedicated online environment for bridging finance enquiries. It gives borrowers and brokers a short, structured way to put a...

Auction Finance UK: How to Complete Within 28 Days

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In short: When you win a property at a UK auction, you typically pay a 10% deposit on the day and must complete within...

Bridging Loan vs Mortgage in the UK: Which Is Right for You?

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In short: A mortgage is long-term, income-led finance for buying and holding a property over many years. A bridging loan is short-term, asset-led finance...

Bridging Loan Rates & Costs in the UK : Full Breakdown

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In short: Bridging loan rates in the UK are quoted as a monthly interest rate, typically in the region of 0.6%–1.5% per month depending...

How Bridging Finance Works in the UK : The Full Process

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In short: Bridging finance is short-term lending secured against property. A lender advances funds quickly — often within days — against the value of...

What Is a Bridging Loan — and When Should You Use One?

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A plain-English guide to short-term property-backed finance: how it works, who uses it, and why speed is its greatest advantage.

The UK Bridging Loan Market in 2026: From Niche Product to Mainstream Powerhouse

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Market Analysis — April 2026 Why short-term finance has become the backbone of British property investment — and how Ponte Finance is strategically positioned within...

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