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The Top Six Misconceptions about Limited Company Buy to Let Mortgages

Limited Company buy to let mortgages are increasingly popular for landlords due to the many benefits the investment structure offers. However, there are still many myths about Limited Companies that need debunking.

5 Ways to Use Bridging Finance in Your Buy to Let Portfolio (And Why)

How can bridging finance boost your buy to let portfolio? Here, we look at how you can use bridging finance to maximise your profits.

Back-to-Basics: Your Guide to Bridging Finance

What is bridging finance, and how much does it cost? In this guide, we take it back to basics and look at how to use bridging finance to boost your property portfolio.

FAQs: Is there such a thing as mortgages for businesses?

What mortgage options are available for commercial properties? And how can you finance one? Here, we answer the top FAQs on commercial investment mortgages.

Boost Your Property Portfolio with Refurb-to-Let

What is refurb-to-let, and how can you use it for your refurbishment project? Below, we look at the top FAQs for landlords considering this property investment opportunity.

How to Finance Semi-Commercial Property

With fantastic rental yields and savings on Stamp Duty, semi-commercial property is a great investment opportunity for experienced landlords. How do mortgages on these properties work, and what will lenders look for on your application?

A Beginner’s Guide to Property Development

From deposits to the types of finance available for your property development project, our blog will help you kickstart your development finance plans.

5 Legal Implications from the Renters’ Rights Bill

Following the first reading of the Renters’ Rights Bill in parliament, what are the key legal implications for buy to let landlords?

How to Finance Holiday Lets

Offering fantastic yields and diversification opportunities, holiday lets are an increasingly popular investment choice amongst buy to let and commercial landlords. Below, we answer the most common questions about financing holiday lets.

Why Complete a Commercial Product Transfer?

A rise in product transfer activity is changing how the commercial mortgage market works. Why have we seen an increase in commercial product transfers, and what are the benefits for your property investments?

FAQs: Can I use the equity in my property to fund a buy to let?

Maximising your profits from your property portfolio is essential to a successful property investment journey. Below, we cover the top FAQs we hear on capital raising to give you an idea of the options available to you.

Personal vs Limited Company Borrowing for Buy to Let

There are several differences between investing personally and through a Limited Company. Here, we answer your top questions to help you decide which is best for your property investment journey.

How Bridging Finance Can Boost Your Property Portfolio

Whether you’re a buy to let landlord or a commercial investor, knowing how to boost your portfolio is essential to a successful property investment journey. Could bridging finance be the answer?

Revisiting your HMOs: Are they still worth it?

Keeping up to date with the top-performing property types is essential to navigating ongoing changes in the property market. Here, we examine whether HMO properties are still worth it and discuss how to finance them to boost your rental profits.

Three Steps to Auction Finance Success

When it comes to auction finance, several factors help to ensure a successful purchase. Read on for expert advice and top tips on the legal process, lender outlook, and mortgage rate insights.

5 Steps to Successfully Diversifying Your Property Portfolio

Whether you own one property or ten, there are a number of factors you need to consider if you want to diversify your property portfolio. Below, we’ve outlined what to bear in mind when planning your next property investment purchase.

How to Convert Your Standard Property into an HMO

If you want to increase your property portfolio profits, converting an existing buy to let into an HMO could be a great option. Here, we look at why HMOs are so popular, the process of converting your property, and the other factors you’ll need to consider before getting started.

If I had £100k, here’s how I’d invest in property

For many landlords, experienced or first-timers, knowing how to invest in property can be overwhelming. Here, we look at what you need to consider when investing.

Five Opportunities from a Property Portfolio Review

If you’ve not yet had a property portfolio review, now’s the time to speak to one of our experts. Below, we look at the five opportunities for landlords that come from a Property Portfolio Review.

Should Landlords Consider Co-Living Developments?

A new type of purpose-built accommodation, co-living developments are growing increasingly popular amongst private renters. What do these co-living spaces offer tenants, and why should landlords consider them as an investment type?

How to: Become a Property Investor

Looking to become a property investor? Look no further – in this blog, an established property investor answers the top questions we hear from first-time landlords.

Diary of a First-Time Buyer: What I wish I’d known

Jack A’Court reflects on his experience buying his first home, offering advice and guidance to others taking their first steps on the property ladder.

How to Complete a Product Transfer

A product transfer can be an easy and cost-effective way of having your broker arrange your mortgage refinance. Below, we look at some of the frequently asked questions we hear about completing your product transfer to help you with the process.

9 Top Tips to Speed Up Your Mortgage Application

Lenders have strict regulations and complex criteria that can make applying for a mortgage difficult and, at times, stressful. Here we provide our nine top tips for ensuring that your buy to let mortgage application runs smoothly and stress-free from the outset.

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