A beginner’s guide to AVM and Desktop valuations
A beginner’s guide to AVM and Desktop valuations A question we are often asked at Hope Capital is what the difference is between an Automated Valuation Model (AVM) and a Desktop Valuation. Thanks to the continuing growth of technology and processes, there are now a range of valuation models available in the lending market to […]
Beating the deadline with bridging
Beating the deadline with bridging In an article produced for Mortgage Introducer, our CEO Jonathan Sealey, discusses how bridging finance can be used to help brokers get their clients’ cases over the line before the stamp duty deadline at the end of September 2021. So, what is stamp duty land tax (SDLT)? Stamp duty is […]
Why a bridging loan may be the best solution for borrowers
Why a bridging loan may be the best solution for borrowers There are many reasons why people choose to take out a bridging loan. Bridging loans solve problems for buyers because they offer many advantages, with one of the main features being the speed of application and receiving funds. For most people looking to access […]
The importance of good stakeholder relationships
The importance of good stakeholder relationships When looking at a new bridging finance case, it’s important to make quick decisions, but it’s also important that they are the right decisions. Although time is of the essence for most borrowers, lenders also need to look at any factors that might cause problems further down the line. […]
One to one with Laura Carr, Head of Underwriting
One to one with Laura Carr, Head of Underwriting In an interview with Mortgage Strategy, Laura talks about relishing fresh challenges every day, stepping into the unknown after 15 years at the same firm, and 6am gym sessions. The bridging sector appears to have taken on much more importance in recent times. Do you agree […]
Hope Capital appoints new Senior Development Underwriter
Hope Capital appoints new Senior Development Underwriter Specialist short-term lender, Hope Capital has bolstered its underwriting team by welcoming Jon Reed as Senior Development Underwriter. Jon joins Hope Capital after working in the finance industry for over 20 years, with a specific focus on bridging and development finance in more recently. He has previously gained […]