The lender has financed projects within the region that range from a £35,000 loan up to £1.82m.

John Hardman, head of sales at Bridging Finance Solutions, said: “Being a locally based business has undoubtedly helped consolidate our position within the area.

“We have over the years developed a national presence as we’ve grown, but our heartland will always be within the North and, more immediately, the North West.

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“Without question, small, ground-up developments of between one and five houses is an area where we have seen the biggest increase in enquiry numbers and successful deals completed on Merseyside.

“Merseyside will remain our home and we’ll continue to support local individuals and businesses.

“Once again, we are on track to grow the business by a further 25% in the coming year and naturally expect this trend to follow in Merseyside.”