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Written by James Dutton

James is Head of Asset Finance in our funding division. He specialises in arranging finance for assets across a range of sectors, as well as experience in completing finance agreements for assets coming from abroad. James has more than 30 years of experience in the finance sector, providing him with the necessary expertise to arrange finance for businesses requiring finance facilities across the UK.

What is Property Finance?

Property finance covers the range of funding solutions available to businesses, investors, and developers looking to purchase, refinance, or develop property in the UK.

Whether you are a business owner looking to buy your own commercial premises, a landlord expanding a buy-to-let portfolio, or a developer funding a new build or conversion project, the right finance solution will depend on multiple factors. Property finance products vary significantly in structure, term length, and eligibility criteria, and finding the most appropriate option requires a clear understanding of the market and access to a wide panel of lenders.

UK Business Finance are specialists in property finance and can help you find the most appropriate form of funding for your requirements.

Our specialist team can arrange funding across the full range of property finance needs, including property development finance, commercial mortgages, buy-to-let mortgages, and bridging finance. 

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Benefits of Property Finance

Own your premises: For many businesses, purchasing their own commercial premises is a more desirable alternative to renting. A commercial mortgage allows you to fix your occupancy costs, build equity in the property over time, and remove uncertainty.

Access short-term funding quickly: Bridging finance allows businesses and investors to move quickly on time-sensitive property transactions without waiting for longer-term finance to be arranged. This can be particularly important when purchasing at auction, where completion deadlines are fixed, or when a development opportunity requires fast access to capital.

Fund development without depleting cash reserves: Property development finance allows developers and investors to fund new build and conversion projects by drawing down funding in line with the progress of the works, rather than committing the full amount upfront. This preserves cash reserves and allows multiple projects to be managed at the same time.

Build a long-term property portfolio: Buy-to-let mortgages provide investors with a structured and affordable way to purchase residential investment properties and grow a rental portfolio over time. With terms assessed primarily on rental income, this product is accessible to a wide range of investors.

Access a wide lender panel: Property finance is a specialist area with significant variation between lenders in terms of criteria, rates, and appetite for different property types and borrower profiles. Working with UK Business Finance gives you access to a broad panel of lenders, increasing the likelihood of finding a solution that suits your specific circumstances. 

Commercial finance for the property sector

Invoice finance
Two main forms of invoice finance can provide property-related businesses with a consistent source of working capital. Factoring may be a good option if the business is finding payment collection a problem. Invoice discounting is a similar form of finance, but addresses the need for confidentiality where that is required.

Commercial property finance
A commercial investment property mortgage is just one finance option for businesses intending to rent out property. For buy-to-let investors, a property portfolio mortgage may be the best option.

Asset finance
Asset finance can be used for hard assets or soft assets such as fixtures and fittings or office software. Hire purchase is one form of asset finance that can be useful if the business wants to own the asset at the end of the agreement. Otherwise, leasing can keep cash flow predictable and offers flexibility once the monthly instalments are paid.

Applying for property sector finance

UK Business Finance can help you secure the right type of property sector funding. We are commercial finance specialists with extensive experience in helping property-related and real estate businesses fund new projects and stabilise cash flow.

  • Receive a tailored quote  
  • A hand-picked panel of lenders to ensure your property finance needs are met with precision 
  • We manage the entire application process, presenting your case directly to the funders 
  • A highly skilled team with substantial expertise in property finance, dedicated to achieving the right outcome for your project

Please contact one of our team to find out more about the different types of property sector finance and how we find the best solution for you.

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Finance options for Property Finance

Businesses and developers seeking property finance can access a range of solutions depending on the type of project and their financial position. Commercial mortgages provide long-term funding for the purchase of business premises, while property development finance supports ground-up builds and major refurbishment projects. Bridging loans offer a shorter-term option for transactions that require speed or flexibility.

UK Business Finance works with property investors, developers, and business owners to find the most appropriate funding for their project. Whether you are purchasing commercial premises or financing a development, our team can manage the process from application through to completion. 

Asset Finance Asset Refinance Finance Lease Unsecured Loans
Typical term length
Medium Term
Medium Term
Medium Term
Short Term
Flexibility
Medium
Medium
Medium
High
Deposit required?
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Purpose
Raise capital for multiple ventures
Lease assets
Multiple business needs
Purchase assets

How do we work?

  • 1. Get a Customised Quote

    When you reach out to us, we will likely request that you provide the following information. Your latest set of accounts, previous 6 months’ banks statements and director’s personal details.

  • 2. Compare Options

    Once the information from step 1 has been confirmed, we will reach out to our extensive panel of funders, who under normal circumstances, respond with an answer in 48 hours. After this, Know Your Customer (KYC) and identification checks will take place for the business and its directors.

  • 3. Finalise the agreement

    As soon as you agree to move forward with the terms and conditions, you will receive the relevant documents for you to sign and then return. After the final checks have been completed, the funds will be released. The time taken to release the funding varies depending on the funder, ranging from 24 to 72 hours.

Why should your business receive Property Finance?

Property transactions and development projects involve substantial financial commitments, and delays in securing the right funding can have a direct impact on timelines and growth. Having access to a finance solution that is structured around the demands of the project can make a considerable difference to how things progress

  • Support long-term investment and growth
  • Purchase or refinance a commercial property
  • Fund a new development project
  • Secure short-term finance to move quickly
  • Expand a residential property portfolio
  • Wide range of property finance solutions available
  • Retain cash to cover project costs
  • Access competitive terms across a wide lender panel

Why Choose UK Business Finance

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