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Bridging Finance ยท London & Essex

Fast bridging finance when timing matters.

Auction deadlines. Chain breaks. Refurbishment projects. When you need finance that moves as fast as the deal, we arrange regulated and unregulated bridging loans across London and Essex โ€” typically completing within 5 to 28 days. For commercial mortgages and development finance, we refer to trusted specialist partners.

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Excellent ยท 5.0 ยท Property clients across London, Essex and beyond
Key bridging figures
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Completion from 5 daysAuction finance within 28-day deadline
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Rates from 0.5% per monthCompetitive terms across our lender panel
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Loans from ยฃ50,000 upwardsFlexible terms from 1 to 24 months
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Commercial & developmentReferred to specialist partner brokers
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Bridging loans โ€” advised directly

Bridging finance we arrange for you.

Jagpal advises on and arranges bridging loans directly. Here are the main bridging scenarios we deal with across London and Essex every week.

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Auction finance โ€” complete within 28 days
When you buy at auction, you typically have 28 days to complete from the fall of the hammer. Standard mortgage lenders cannot move that fast. Auction finance โ€” a short-term bridging loan โ€” is the solution. We arrange auction bridging loans secured against the purchased property, complete within the auction deadline, and then advise on the most cost-effective long-term mortgage to replace the bridge once the property is in your ownership. Many clients use this to buy below-market-value properties at auction in London and Essex.
Chain problems
Chain break bridging โ€” buy before you sell
If you have found your next home but your buyer has pulled out โ€” or you want to buy before your existing property sells โ€” a chain break bridging loan gives you the funds to complete your purchase immediately. You secure the bridge against your current home and the new property, complete the purchase, move in, then repay the bridge when your existing home sells. Chain break bridging typically runs for 6 to 12 months and we manage the whole process so you never lose the property you want.
Refurbishment
Refurbishment bridging โ€” light and heavy works
Standard mortgage lenders will not lend on properties in poor condition โ€” no kitchen, bathroom, or structural issues. Refurbishment bridging loans fill this gap, allowing you to purchase and renovate a property using a short-term bridge, then refinance onto a standard buy to let or residential mortgage once the works are complete and the property is habitable and mortgageable. We arrange light refurbishment bridging (cosmetic works) and heavy refurbishment bridging (structural, conversion) depending on the scope of works.
Let to buy
Let to buy & second charge bridging
A let to buy bridging loan allows you to raise funds against your existing home โ€” typically to purchase a new property โ€” while you arrange to let the original home and convert its mortgage to a buy to let product. This is useful where you want to keep your existing home as an investment rather than selling it. We also arrange second charge bridging loans, which sit behind an existing first charge mortgage and can raise additional funds quickly without disturbing the existing mortgage arrangement.

Commercial mortgages and development finance โ€” referred to trusted specialists. For commercial mortgages (retail, office, industrial, mixed-use), semi-commercial properties, development finance, and HMO development funding, we work with a network of carefully selected specialist commercial broker partners. We make a personal introduction, stay involved throughout, and ensure you receive expert advice from people who specialise exclusively in these areas. This ensures the best outcome for you โ€” without compromise.

Understanding bridging

How bridging loans work โ€” and when to use one.

A bridging loan is a short-term secured loan designed to bridge a gap in funding โ€” typically between purchasing a property and arranging long-term finance, or between buying a new property and selling an existing one. They are not cheap compared to mortgages, but they are fast and flexible in ways that mortgages are not.

Interest on a bridging loan is quoted monthly โ€” typical rates range from 0.5% to 1.5% per month depending on the loan-to-value, the property type, and the lender. Interest can be serviced monthly or rolled up and paid on redemption. There are also arrangement fees (typically 1โ€“2% of the loan) and exit fees to consider. We always provide a full cost illustration so you can make an informed decision about whether bridging is the right tool for your situation.

The key to a good bridging loan is a clear exit strategy โ€” how you will repay the bridge at the end of the term. Common exit strategies include sale of the security property, refinance to a long-term mortgage, or sale of another property. Lenders assess the viability of your exit strategy carefully. We help you articulate this clearly and choose a lender whose criteria fit your specific scenario.

  • Regulated bridging (residential security) โ€” FCA authorised advice
  • Unregulated bridging (investment/commercial security)
  • Rates from 0.5% to 1.5% per month depending on LTV and risk
  • Terms from 1 month to 24 months
  • Loans from ยฃ50,000 upwards โ€” London and Essex properties
  • Exit strategy planning included as part of our service
Discuss your bridging requirement โ†’
Bridging type Typical LTV Typical term Rate range
Auction finance Up to 75% 3โ€“12 months 0.55โ€“0.85%/mo
Chain break Up to 75% 6โ€“12 months 0.55โ€“0.85%/mo
Light refurbishment Up to 75% 6โ€“18 months 0.65โ€“1.0%/mo
Heavy refurbishment Up to 70% 12โ€“24 months 0.85โ€“1.5%/mo
Second charge bridge Up to 65% (combined) 3โ€“18 months 0.85โ€“1.3%/mo

Bridging loan key figures

Indicative ranges โ€” exact terms depend on security, LTV, exit strategy, and lender.

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Days โ€” fastest possible completion
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Days โ€” auction finance deadline
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From โ€” monthly interest rate
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Exit strategy matters: Every bridging lender requires a credible, evidenced exit strategy before they will lend. We help you prepare this as part of the initial enquiry โ€” do not apply without one in place.

The process

How we arrange your bridging loan quickly and correctly.

Speed and accuracy matter equally in bridging. Here is what the process looks like when you come to us โ€” from first call to funds in account.

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Same-day response

We review your requirement and identify the right lender immediately

Bridging is time-sensitive โ€” we respond to enquiries the same day. On the first call we take a full picture of your requirement: the property, the loan amount, the LTV, the term needed, and critically your exit strategy. We identify the right lender from our bridging panel immediately and give you indicative terms so you know what the deal will cost before we go any further. There is no obligation at this stage.

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Terms issued

We secure a decision in principle and detailed terms within 24โ€“48 hours

Once you are happy with the indicative terms, we obtain a formal decision in principle from the lender โ€” typically within 24 to 48 hours. This confirms the loan amount, the rate, the fees, and the conditions of lending. We review the detailed terms with you line by line, explain any conditions you need to satisfy, and confirm the timeline to completion.

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Valuation

We instruct a valuation and manage the surveyor to avoid delays

Most bridging lenders require an independent RICS valuation of the security property. We instruct the valuation immediately on receiving terms and monitor the surveyor's progress to avoid any delay. For some lower LTV loans, particularly on standard properties, a desktop valuation may be accepted โ€” which can cut days from the timeline. We advise on whether a desktop or full valuation is likely to be required for your specific loan.

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Legal

We brief solicitors and keep everything moving to meet your deadline

Both you and the lender will instruct solicitors. We brief your solicitor on the transaction, the lender's requirements, and the timeline from day one. For auction finance, we work only with solicitors who have experience of auction completions and understand the 28-day deadline. We chase every party daily if necessary โ€” legal delays are the single most common cause of bridging completions missing their deadlines, and we prevent this.

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Completion and exit planning

Funds released โ€” and we plan your exit strategy from day one

Once all conditions are satisfied, funds are released โ€” usually within hours of completion. From this point, we actively manage your exit strategy. If you are refinancing to a buy to let mortgage, we begin the remortgage process early to ensure it is in place before the bridge term expires. If you are selling, we monitor the sale and keep the lender updated. We never leave a client to manage their bridge exit alone โ€” it is too important and too time-sensitive.

Common questions

Bridging finance questions answered honestly.

Questions we hear every week from property buyers and investors in London and Essex. Call us if yours is not here.

How quickly can a bridging loan complete in London?

A bridging loan can complete in as few as 5 to 10 working days where documentation is complete and a desktop valuation is accepted. For standard cases requiring a full RICS valuation, allow 10 to 20 working days. For auction finance, we routinely complete within the 28-day auction deadline โ€” though earlier is always better, and we start the process the moment you call us after winning a lot. Legal delays are the biggest risk to timeline โ€” we manage this proactively from day one.

What is a chain break bridging loan?

A chain break bridging loan allows you to purchase your new home before your existing property has sold. You use the bridge to complete the new purchase, move in, then repay the loan once your current home sells. It eliminates the risk of losing your new property because a buyer falls through in your chain. The bridge is secured against both properties, terms are typically 6 to 12 months, and we manage the whole process โ€” including liaising with the estate agent on your existing property's sale.

What is the difference between regulated and unregulated bridging?

A regulated bridging loan is one where the security property is a residential property that you or a close family member currently occupy or have occupied. These are regulated by the FCA and carry consumer protections. An unregulated bridging loan is secured against a buy to let, commercial, or investment property. We are authorised to advise on both types. The distinction matters because different rules apply to how lenders must present terms, handle complaints, and manage redemption.

What are typical bridging loan interest rates?

Bridging rates are quoted monthly โ€” typically 0.5% to 1.5% per month depending on the loan-to-value, property type, complexity, and lender. At 0.7% per month, a ยฃ200,000 bridge over 6 months costs approximately ยฃ8,400 in interest alone, before arrangement and exit fees. We always provide a full cost illustration โ€” total interest, all fees, and effective annual rate โ€” before you commit to anything, so you can make a fully informed decision about whether bridging is cost-effective for your situation.

Do you arrange commercial mortgages directly?

No โ€” and this distinction matters. Commercial mortgages, development finance, and HMO development funding are specialist areas with their own regulatory permissions and lender relationships. We refer clients requiring these products to a carefully selected network of trusted specialist commercial brokers. We make a personal introduction, brief the specialist on your situation, and stay involved to make sure you receive the right advice. This approach ensures you get expert guidance from the right people โ€” not a generalist trying to advise outside their specialism.

What do bridging lenders look for in an exit strategy?

Every bridging lender requires a credible, evidenced exit strategy โ€” how you will repay the loan at the end of the term. Common exit strategies are: (1) sale of the security property, with evidence of realistic market value; (2) refinance to a long-term mortgage, with evidence that you will qualify for that mortgage; or (3) sale of another property. Lenders assess the probability and timeline of the exit carefully. A weak or poorly evidenced exit strategy is the most common reason for a bridging loan decline. We help you prepare a robust exit case before we approach any lender.

Get in touch

Tell us your requirement โ€” we respond the same day.

Bridging is time-sensitive. Fill in the form and Jagpal will call you back as a priority โ€” typically within the hour during business hours. Tell us the property, the loan amount, and your exit strategy and we will give you indicative terms immediately. Free, no obligation.

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