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Development Finance

Development Finance

Development finance is a specialist funding solution designed to support the construction, conversion, or major refurbishment of residential or commercial property. It is typically used for ground-up developments, property conversions, or heavy refurbishment projects where standard mortgage lending is not suitable. Funding is usually released in stages, subject to progress and valuation.

We provide structured guidance to help you understand whether development finance is appropriate for your project. Facilities are assessed based on the development appraisal, costings, experience, and exit strategy. Terms, interest rates, fees, and funding structures can vary significantly between lenders and must be carefully considered.

Development finance is usually secured against property or land. Failure to meet repayment obligations or complete the project in line with agreed terms may result in financial loss or repossession. We ensure you fully understand the risks, costs, and responsibilities involved before proceeding.

Funding property development with structure, clarity, and control.

How We Help You

  • Assess project viability
    We review your development plans, costs, timelines, and exit strategy.

  • Explain development finance structures
    We guide you through staged drawdowns, interest treatment, fees, and lender requirements.

  • Support with documentation
    We help prepare development appraisals, cashflow forecasts, and professional reports required by lenders.

  • Manage lender and professional liaison
    We coordinate with lenders, valuers, monitoring surveyors, and solicitors throughout the process.

  • Provide ongoing support
    We remain available to assist with drawdowns, refinancing, or exit planning.

Contact & Support

  • Talk to a trusted adviser
    Receive clear, professional guidance on commercial mortgage options for your business.

Development finance is a specialist form of borrowing and is not suitable for all borrowers. Facilities are subject to lender criteria, valuation, professional reports, and approval. Development finance is usually secured against property or land, and failure to meet repayment obligations or complete the development as agreed may result in repossession or financial loss. Development finance is not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

The information provided on this website is for general guidance only and does not constitute personal financial advice. Any advice or recommendation will be based on a full assessment of your individual circumstances and is subject to eligibility, lender or provider criteria, and terms and conditions.

Your home or property may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage or other secured lending. Some products and services, including certain commercial finance and bridging solutions, are not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and may change in the future. We recommend seeking independent legal and tax advice where appropriate.