The Rising Costs of Mortgages

The Rising Costs of Mortgages illustrated with rising rates, larger monthly payments, affordability pressure and budget planning icons in a blue mortgage finance design

Mortgage costs rose sharply in 2023 as higher inflation prompted the Bank of England to raise the Bank Rate. That affected tracker, variable and new fixed-rate mortgage pricing. Many fixed-rate borrowers were protected at first, but faced higher payments when their deals ended. This article looks at why mortgage costs rose, how the market changed, […]

About Bridging Loans

About Bridging Loans hero image showing a model home, bridge, documents and keys, representing short-term property finance and fast funding options.

About Bridging Loans: How Short-Term Property Finance Works A bridging loan is not just fast money. It is a short-term decision made under pressure. That pressure may come from a delayed sale, an auction deadline, a broken chain, or a property that needs work before it can be refinanced. The principle is simple. A bridging […]