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    Brickflow Thinks

    Welcome to our blog, curated to help you make smarter decisions when it comes to commercial property finance.

    You’ll discover helpful how-tos, essential what-not-to-dos and expert advice, along with opinion & industry insights from our team of property finance specialists.

    Industry Insights

    Industry Insights (August 2023)

    Embracing an inner chameleon helps developers to continually adapt to market conditions, but in today’s climate should property investors and developers change how they measure a successful project? This month’s Industry Insights looks at why some property businesses are now focusing on Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) rather than profitability.

    Jenna Young Aug 31, 2023
    Industry Insights

    Industry Insights (July 2023)

    Planning permission: the dreaded process that's deterring more and more property developers. With recent reports showing drastic drops in applications in England, this month’s Industry Insights looks at the stats and the consequent effect on the future housing market.

    Jenna Young Jul 28, 2023

    Three approaches to Revolving Credit Facilities

    Revolving Credit Facilities are a continual line of credit arranged between borrower and lender, where the borrower can access funds as and when needed, rather than drawing down on the entire loan from day one. Here, we look at the three approaches to arranging a Revolving Credit Facility (RCF).

    Jenna Young Jul 5, 2023
    Industry Insights

    Industry Insights (April 2023)

    On April 19th the ONS published its most recent report on property market activity. Despite four consecutive months of house price falls, the data reveals a stoic resilience within the UK property market.

    Jenna Young Apr 28, 2023
    Borrower Tips

    How to finance your property development?

    Have you spotted the perfect site for a project, or come across a quirky old warehouse that’s ripe for conversion? Then you’re probably wondering how to finance your property development? There’s plenty of options out there, and our simple guides are a great place to start gathering information.

    Jenna Young Apr 27, 2023
    Borrower Tips

    Are bridging loans a good idea?

    We’ve been discussing bridging loans a lot recently at Brickflow, from why and how people use bridging finance, to the benefits and how to apply.  Here, we are drilling a bit deeper and asking are bridging loans a good idea?

    Jenna Young Apr 27, 2023
    Borrower Tips

    How to get finance for property development?

    At Brickflow, getting finance for property development couldn’t be easier and we’re on a mission to make the market more accessible to all. Today we’re discussing development finance options, eligibility criteria and how to secure the best finance for property development.

    Jenna Young Apr 13, 2023
    Borrower Tips

    How long does it take to get a bridge loan?

    One of the key aspects of bridging loans is the speed with which they can be arranged, but there are a few factors which can delay your application. So we’re taking a look so you can avoid some common pitfalls.

    Jenna Young Apr 6, 2023
    Industry Insights

    Industry Insights (March 2023)

    March means Spring Budget, so this month we’re looking at any opportunities arising from the Chancellor’s announcement, and of course, the tremors in the global banking sector.

    Jenna Young Mar 24, 2023
    Borrower Tips

    What is the difference between bridging and development finance?

    Knowing the different types of finance available for property development is key when it comes to choosing the right funding for your project. We're looking at the differences between development and bridging finance and how they are both used.

    Jenna Young Mar 20, 2023
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