Somo used a pragmatic solution to a planning issue to complete a £400,000 bridging finance loan for a landlord expanding their portfolio.

UK rental growth remains strong as Knight Frank's latest report shows single-family housing stock has tripled since 2020, with portfolio transactions accelerating.

United Trust Bank has cut bridging finance rates across its regulated and unregulated ranges, while also expanding its LTV bandings for brokers.

Aldermore has funded an £85m property investment deal, backing Brydell Partners' acquisition of 325 residential units across London.

Foundation has expanded its specialist buy-to-let range with new 80% LTV rates across F1, HMO and MUFB products, offering brokers two- and five-year fixed options.

InterBay has reduced rates across its buy-to-let and product transfer ranges by up to 0.20%, benefiting both new and existing clients.

Together has cut buy-to-let rates for portfolio landlords borrowing more than £1million, as the lender responds to rising demand for larger, structured loans.

Masthaven has introduced enhanced criteria, reduced pricing and increased LTV bands across its non-regulated and regulated bridging refurbishment products.

Assetz Capital has cut development finance pricing by 100 basis points on Assetz Elevate, its proposition for SME residential developers.

Paragon Development Finance has provided a £4.5m facility to support igloo's delivery of 34 new homes at Riverside Sunderland.