# Bridging & Commercial (B&C)

> Breaking news and in-depth analysis from the UK specialist finance, bridging loans, and commercial mortgage market.

Bridging & Commercial is the UK's leading specialist finance news publication. We cover bridging loans, commercial mortgages, development finance, buy-to-let lending, mezzanine finance, and specialist lending. Founded in 2011, we provide trusted, impartial reporting on the UK specialist finance market.

## Key Topics

- Bridging Loans: Short-term property finance, regulated and unregulated bridging
- Commercial Mortgages: Business property lending, commercial finance
- Development Finance: Property development loans, construction finance
- Specialist Lending: Non-standard lending, complex cases, adverse credit
- Buy-to-Let: Portfolio landlord finance, HMO lending
- Mezzanine Finance: Secondary/subordinate property lending
- Property Market: UK property market analysis and data

## Content Sections

- News: https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/news — Daily breaking news from the specialist finance market
- Features: https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/features — In-depth analysis and market reports
- Interviews: https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/interviews — Exclusive interviews with industry leaders and lenders
- Opinion: https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/opinion — Commentary and expert viewpoints on market trends
- Magazine: https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/magazine — Monthly digital publication

## Recent Articles

- [Warning signs](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/warning-signs): By the time a Receiver is appointed, the causes of distress often look obvious. Hinesh Varsani explains where the red flags usually appear – and what brokers can do before a transaction reaches that p… — By Bridging & Commercial, 21 October 2026
- [In Mint condition](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/in-mint-condition): Irene Thomas joined Mint as managing director back in March with the remit to ‘take the business to the next level’ — By Bridging & Commercial, 21 October 2026
- [Unmortgageable. Says who?](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/unmortgageable-says-who): Whether it’s an unusual building, a borrower with intricate needs or circumstances that are just plain difficult, specialist finance will step in where the high street steps back. Maeve Ward, head of … — By Bridging & Commercial, 21 October 2026
- [Pulling in the private bank borrowers](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/pulling-in-the-private-bank-borrowers): Clients with high net worth often have complex requirements, underpinned by longer-term aims—and usually head for private banks. Aria Finance’s new business aims to attract them, offering more choice … — By Bridging & Commercial, 21 October 2026
- [Flat broke?](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/flat-broke): With a recent Guardian article proclaiming the market for flats in London ‘dead’, we hear from brokers about what is really affecting values and sales  — By Bridging & Commercial, 21 October 2026
- [Masthaven removes upfront legal fees across bridging range](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/masthaven-removes-upfront-legal-fees-across-bridging-range): Clients can now add the legal fee to the agreed advance if they wish — By Bridging & Commercial, 21 October 2026
- [TAB founder calls for ‘bazooka Budget’ to revive housing market](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/tab-founder-calls-for-bazooka-budget-to-revive-housing-market): Housing, planning and tax changes top Budget wish list — By Bridging & Commercial, 21 October 2026
- [Lendco closes £455m securitisation as 2026 issuance nears £1bn](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/lendco-closes-455m-securitisation-as-2026-issuance-nears-1bn): The transaction takes the lender’s Atlas securitisation programme to a £2.9bn total
 — By Bridging & Commercial, 21 October 2026
- [Charles Street supports £14m Manchester office acquisition ](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/charles-street-supports-14m-manchester-office-acquisition): The acquisition is part of SiteQuest’s plan to expand its commercial property portfolio — By Bridging & Commercial, 21 October 2026
- [LendInvest strengthens leadership team with sales director appointment](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/lendinvest-strengthens-leadership-team-with-sales-director-appointment): The appointment comes shortly after the lender hit a £10bn lending milestone — By Bridging & Commercial, 21 October 2026
- [Gatehouse Capital strengthens Scottish presence with BDM appointment](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/gatehouse-capital-strengthens-scottish-presence-with-bdm-appointment): He joins from Shawbrook Bank and brings more than 17 years of experience — By Bridging & Commercial, 20 October 2026
- [Public calls for stamp duty clarity and housebuilding support ahead of Budget](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/public-calls-for-stamp-duty-clarity-and-housebuilding-support-ahead-of-budget): Research suggests several measures to rebuild confidence in the property market — By Bridging & Commercial, 20 October 2026
- [New lender launches with £500m lending capital](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/new-lender-launches-with-500m-lending-capital): The new firm was founded by former ThinCats MD Ravi Anand — By Bridging & Commercial, 20 October 2026
- [Together appoints new corporate sales director for Yorkshire](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/together-appoints-new-corporate-sales-director-for-yorkshire): The move is the latest step in his 40-year financial career — By Bridging & Commercial, 20 October 2026
- [OSB provides £25.9m refinance for Manchester mixed-use scheme](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/osb-provides-259m-refinance-for-manchester-mixed-use-scheme): Funding was delivered within a month to meet a repayment deadline — By Bridging & Commercial, 20 October 2026
- [StreamBank targets HNW borrowers with new structured finance range](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/streambank-targets-hnw-borrowers-with-new-structured-finance-range): New proposition offers up to £5m over terms of up to five years — By Bridging & Commercial, 20 October 2026
- [M Stars Programme soon to reveal inaugural ratings](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/m-stars-programme-soon-to-reveal-inaugural-ratings): First M Stars ratings set for release in coming weeks — By Bridging & Commercial, 20 October 2026
- [MT Finance broadens commercial offering with owner occupier finance](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/mt-finance-broadens-commercial-offering-with-owner-occupier-finance): Flexible funding solution designed for business owner clients — By Bridging & Commercial, 20 October 2026
- [Property among most indebted sectors in UK](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/property-among-most-indebted-sectors-in-uk): 72% of all self-employed individuals carry business-related debt — By Bridging & Commercial, 19 October 2026
- [Ortus Secured Finance lends £9.04m for commercial bridging facility ](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/ortus-secured-finance-lends-904m-for-commercial-bridging-facility): The portfolio includes two fully occupied residential park home sites — By Bridging & Commercial, 19 October 2026
- [Signature Property Finance welcomes Ian Miller-Hawes as sales director](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/signature-property-finance-welcomes-ian-miller-hawes-as-sales-director): The company will be making further appointments in the new year — By Bridging & Commercial, 19 October 2026
- [MFS-linked company reportedly sues bridging law firm](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/mfs-linked-company-reportedly-sues-bridging-law-firm): Law firm says it disputes the allegations and will defend the claim — By Bridging & Commercial, 19 October 2026
- [Black & White Bridging funds purchase of Grade II-listed Norfolk pub](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/black-white-bridging-funds-purchase-of-grade-ii-listed-norfolk-pub): Bespoke funding package helps borrowers acquire and reopen historic pub — By Bridging & Commercial, 19 October 2026
- [GB Bank appoints new BDM](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/gb-bank-appoints-new-bdm): She brings more than a decade of experience to her new role — By Bridging & Commercial, 19 October 2026
- [Glenhawk provides £559,000 regulated bridge in seven days](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/glenhawk-provides-559000-regulated-bridge-in-seven-days): An AVM, title insurance and dual representation accelerated the deal — By Bridging & Commercial, 19 October 2026
- [TAB delivers £2m bridge for London’s Docklands commercial properties](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/tab-delivers-2m-bridge-for-londons-docklands-commercial-properties): Facility refinances Docklands assets and releases working capital — By Bridging & Commercial, 19 October 2026
- [Albatross relocates HQ following product expansion](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/albatross-relocates-hq-following-product-expansion): Brokers invited to visit new City premises in November — By Bridging & Commercial, 19 October 2026
- [Price, service and certainty — the modern bridging proposition](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/price-service-and-certainty-the-modern-bridging-proposition): Rates have become more competitive, but there’s more to bridging than price alone — By Bridging & Commercial, 16 October 2026
- [Pivot lowers rates following management buyout](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/pivot-lowers-rates-following-management-buyout): The company offers loans from £2m to £15m for developers and investors — By Bridging & Commercial, 15 October 2026
- [GB Bank introduces dual legal representation for bridging and BTL refinances](https://bridgingandcommercial.co.uk/gb-bank-introduces-dual-legal-representation-for-bridging-and-btl-refinances): The new option is available for UK-based borrowers with total exposure up to £2m — By Bridging & Commercial, 15 October 2026

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