Bridging Loans

Bridging Loans – Short-Term Finance, Long-Term Opportunity

When you need to move quickly—whether it’s securing a new home before selling your current one, buying at auction, or unlocking capital in a property—a traditional mortgage simply won’t move fast enough.

That’s where a bridging loan comes in. At Mortgage Knight, we help homeowners, investors, developers, and businesses access fast, flexible bridging finance—with lenders who make decisions in days, not weeks

What Is a Bridging Loan?

A bridging loan is a short-term loan secured against a property (or multiple properties). It’s designed to “bridge the gap” between buying and selling, refinancing, or releasing funds.

It’s ideal for situations where:

  • Speed is essential
  • The property isn’t mortgageable (yet)
  • Your exit strategy is clear (sale or refinance)
  • You need to buy before selling
  • You’re buying at auction
  • You’re doing a refurbishment or development

What Can Bridging Finance Be Used For?

We arrange bridging loans for:

  • Buying before selling your current home
  • Auction purchases (completing in 28 days or less)
  • Light or heavy refurbishment
  • Chain break finance
  • Downsizing or upsizing
  • Business capital raise
  • Unmortgageable properties (e.g., no kitchen or bathroom)
  • Land purchase with or without planning
  • Commercial property purchases

If you need fast cash and own (or are buying) property—we can help.

Who Uses Bridging Loans?

We work with:

  • Homeowners who don’t want to lose their dream property
  • Landlords and investors who spot a below-market deal
  • Auction buyers working on short deadlines
  • Property developers planning flips or value-add projects
  • Business owners using property equity to raise funds
  • Clients with bad credit or non-standard circumstances
Key Features of Bridging Loans
Feature Details
Loan Size £50,000 to £25 million+
Loan Term 1 to 24 months (typically up to 12)
Interest Options Monthly interest (paid or rolled up)
Speed Funds in as little as 5–10 days
Security 1st or 2nd charge on residential, BTL, or commercial property
Exit Strategy Usually sale or refinance

Why Use Mortgage Knight for Bridging Finance?

  • We move fast – bridging is our strength
  • Access to 100+ lenders – private, commercial, and challenger banks
  • Transparent fees and terms
  • Expert advice on exit strategies
  • We do the legwork – chasing solicitors, valuers, and underwriters
  • No-nonsense service – just clear, professional support
Case Study 1: Auction Buyer in Leeds

Status: Jonathan won a residential property at auction with a 28-day completion deadline. He didn’t yet have a buyer for his own home and risked losing the deal.

Challenge: We arranged a £220,000 bridging loan in 9 working days, secured against both his existing home and the auction property.

Solution: We arranged a £220,000 bridging loan in 9 working days, secured against both his existing home and the auction property.

Outcome: Jonathan completed on time and later refinanced with a BTL mortgage.

Case Study 2: Developer Purchasing a Derelict Flat

Status: Emma bought a flat with no kitchen, making it unmortgageable. She planned to refurbish and flip it within 6 months.

Challenge: We secured a £145,000 bridging loan at 70% LTV, with rolled-up interest and a clear exit via sale.

Solution: We secured a £145,000 bridging loan at 70% LTV, with rolled-up interest and a clear exit via sale.

Outcome: She sold the property post-refurb and cleared the loan in 5 months with profit.

Case Study 3: Chain Break in London

Status: Sam and Rebecca were in a long chain that collapsed last-minute. Their dream home was about to go back on the market.

Challenge: We arranged a £500,000 bridging loan secured on their current home, giving them time to sell later without losing the new property.

Solution: We arranged a £500,000 bridging loan secured on their current home, giving them time to sell later without losing the new property.

Outcome: They moved into their new home, sold their old one 2 months later, and repaid the loan.

Frequently Asked Questions

A: We can arrange funds in as little as 5–10 working days, depending on legal readiness and property type.

A: No. You can roll up interest and pay it all at the end, or service it monthly if preferred.

A: Residential homes, BTLs, HMOs, commercial buildings, land with or without planning, and mixed-use properties.

A: Usually via sale or remortgage. We’ll help assess the best option before arranging the loan.

A: Yes. Because it’s asset-based lending, some lenders are happy to work with clients who have adverse credit.

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