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Commercial Bridging Birmingham
Commercial bridging can be the answer to you pursing your investment goals, find out here how we can help.
What Is a Commercial Bridging Loan?
A commercial bridge loan in Birmingham is simply put, a fast short term loan that is designed to help you purchase or refinance a commercial property quickly.
This type of bridge lending provides rapid access to capital when time sensitive opportunities arise and should not be missed.
Unlike traditional mortgages, bridging loans for commercial property are designed for speed, thus allowing investors, developers, and business owners to act fast on a good deal.
With terms typically lasting up to 12 months, you can use a bridging loan for commercial property to complete a purchase, improve the asset, and then repay the loan through refinancing or sale – simple!
How Commercial Bridging Finance Deals Help You Invest in Property
We understand that investment journeys can be incredibly intimidating, but they don’t have to be with the right financial team by your side.
So where does bridging finance come in to help you along the way?
In competitive commercial property markets such as Birmingham, the ability to move quickly can mean the difference between securing and losing an opportunity, it really is as simple as that.
That being said, bridging finance can be the key to unlocking speed in a high stake property deal.
Commercial bridging finance deals provide the flexibility to purchase property even when traditional funding routes may take too long.
These facilities are commonly used to acquire properties at auction, where tight completion deadlines make conventional mortgages impractical.
Not only that, but bridging finance for commercial property in Birmingham is also ideal for situations where the property may not initially meet standard mortgage criteria.
For example, if it is in need of light refurbishment or has no tenant in place.
By using bridging finance for commercial property, you can add value to the asset before refinancing onto a longer-term solution.
So if you’re looking to invest, don’t waste anymore time and get the commercial property into your portfolio in Birmingham for faster investment returns.
How a Commercial Bridge Loan in Birmingham Works
Applying for a commercial bridge loan in Birmingham is a simple process, but understanding the key stages can help you prepare and secure funding faster.
The general consensus of how commercial bridging loans are decided on and distributed goes as follows…
Step 1: The Initial Assessment and Valuation
The process begins with a detailed review of your property and investment plans, having this ready will help in speeding up the process so try to get this information together as soon as possible.
We will then assess the open market value, the purpose of the loan, and the all important exit strategy whether that’s refinancing, selling the property, or repaying through another source.
For speed, we use valuation options suited to your loan size, from desktop reports to full RICS valuations, ensuring we can progress fast.
Step 2: Offer and Agreement
Once the assessment is complete, we’ll provide a tailored loan offer; the loan amount will depend on the property’s value and our lending criteria.
We can consider a range of scenarios, including properties in need of light refurbishment, acquisitions under tight deadlines, or assets awaiting long-term finance.
Step 3: Rapid Release of Funds
After the agreement is signed and legal checks are completed, funds can be released as quickly as possible, often within a matter of hours or days.
This speed is essential in situations like auction purchases or competitive private sales, where missing a deadline could mean losing the deal. Our goal is to ensure your commercial bridging finance is in place exactly when you need it, enabling you to move forward with confidence.
Why Choose MS Lending Group as Your Commercial Bridge Lenders
MS Lending Group has built a strong reputation as experienced commercial bridge lenders with the capability to deliver fast, tailored finance solutions.
Our team understands the demands of the Birmingham property market and the urgency often involved in commercial transactions.
That in mind, we make funding accessible to a wide range of borrowers.
Whether you’re an investor, developer, or business owner, our focus is on providing bridging loans for commercial property that enable you to act fast – so, get in touch with us today to get the ball rolling on your investment journey.
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client testimonials
Pretty seamless experience. Speed of underwriting was top notch, knowledge of loan (security and product) was clear and thorough, and the appetite to lend was excellent.
Even when the underwriting process stalled (borrower-side delays), regular check-ins from the team to make sure everything was okay meant that the deal was kept alive and well so that when the borrower was in a position to complete, there were no delays.
BROKER
MS Lending Group pulled it out the bag once again! When they say they’ll deliver, you can absolutely trust that they will!
This was one of those cases where everything came down to the wire. The MS Lending Group team stepped up brilliantly, taking a proactive, common-sense approach and working tirelessly to make sure we got it over the line.
Their calm under pressure, responsiveness, and determination to find solutions made all the difference. It’s always a pleasure working with professionals who genuinely care about helping brokers and clients achieve the right outcome.
BROKER
The case was submitted with a really tight deadline, so needed clear communication and speed throughout.
The team worked really hard to complete this case in time for the applicant. They were communicative, efficient and motivated to get our application over the line.
We were really impressed with the service from start to finish and wouldn’t hesitate to use MS Lending Group or future cases!
BROKER
Speed and efficiency were absolutely top-notch, and communication was first class.
The solicitors were excellent too, keeping things moving without a hitch!
BROKER
Our client called in an extreme sense of panic as he was approaching the end of his notice period on which he had exchanged on and was at risk of losing a hefty deposit.
Given this, the only lender who would meet the deadline with a desktop valuation was MS Lending Group.
The whole process was extremely efficient, quick and smooth!
BROKER
Super fast service! The application was sent on a Tuesday evening, the desktop valuation was done quickly, and funds released on the Friday, so extremely happy!
BROKER
Fast turnaround times, excellent responsiveness, and outstanding customer care are consistently delivered by the team at MS Lending Group.
Having completed five deals within a short space of time, I have nothing but positive feedback.
There is always a solution-driven approach to getting the deal over the line!
BROKER
Fantastic service – application to completion in 12 working days!
Auction purchase with a 15-day completion time on a semi-commercial property. The ability to use a desktop valuation along with the speed of the underwriting meant a great result for the client.
BROKER
The communication throughout the entire process was outstanding.
The team were incredibly responsive, answering all questions promptly and providing regular updates on the status of my application.
I never felt left in the dark, the application process was straightforward and well organised.
BROKER
Excellent speed and response times to all queries.
With a very tight timescale for the client, all parts of the operation pulled together to get there in a very small amount of time!
I cannot fault anything with the whole process!
BROKER
MS Lending Group were phenomenal as always!
The ‘get the deal done’ ethos is (with a lot of lenders) exactly what is missing in bridging, but not with MS Lending Group.
A common-sense approach over the tick-box exercise mentality applied by some is refreshing to say the least! The staff are great too, really friendly and helpful!
BROKER
Communication with everyone at MS Lending Group, in particular Mike Watson, was exceptional.
Clear, concise, common-sense approach to all queries raised and a very fast process with no delayed SLA queues.
17 days, including weekends, from application to completion!
BROKER
Communication is always exemplary with the team at MS Lending Group.
I really value the relationship that we have and the continued support that we get to help our clients.
BROKER
The service was amazing! From the start of the deal with Adam to the application team, everything was so smooth!
The requirements asked for were completely reasonable, and everything was reviewed within a 2-hour turnaround time (if not hours)!
The whole process from start to finish was outstanding, especially on such a sensitive case.
BROKER
The Speed and communication from the team at MS Lending Group, from the Relationship Managers, through to the Underwriters, was top-notch.
The ability to use a desktop valuation on a £1.2m property was the key to recommending MS Lending Group since we’d already lost a few weeks on an auction purchase after the all too familiar back and forth with a very cautious Underwriter for another lender.
BROKER
The customer service throughout.
The communication was excellent. Was never left waiting for a response.
The turn around. It was a matter of less than a week once everything was provided.
BROKER
As always, second to none service from MS Lending Group.
Speed, service, simplicity as is the MS Lending Group way.
Special shout out to Sam Bryce and Aimee Everton who were on top form throughout with updates, requests and another on-time completion!
BROKER
Most recently, a client of ours had been let down from their lender at the very last minute. They were really up against it in terms of time, and typically this business would have been lost. Knowing MS Lending Group entered the market with a no valuation necessary product up to £500,000, we quickly got in touch.
MS Lending Group approved the transaction within 24 hours, instructed solicitors, and the client was able to complete before their completion date. It was refreshing to see such a new business working in a slick and professional way.
BROKER
The communication and speed have been second to none. There seems to be many touch points by both the sales team and underwriter throughout which has kept the deal moving at pace throughout.
It really helps when all sides are communicating and are motivated in getting the deal done.
BROKER
The service was amazing! From the start of the deal with Adam, to the application team, everything was so smooth!
The requirements asked for were completely reasonable and everything was reviewed within a 24 hour turnaround time (if not hours)!
The whole process from start to finish was outstanding, especially on such a time sensitive case.
BROKER
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