Development Finance UK Short Term – Fraser Bond Guide

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Features of UK Development Finance – Terms, Rates and Repayment

What Is Short-Term Development Finance?

Short-term development finance is a property funding solution designed to support acquisitions, refurbishments, or construction projects over a limited period — usually between 6 and 24 months. Unlike traditional long-term mortgages, this finance provides immediate capital for developers and investors, repaid upon project completion through property sales or refinancing.

In London and across the UK, short-term development finance is widely used by developers to secure sites, fund works, and deliver projects within strict timelines.


When to Use Short-Term Development Finance

  • Site Acquisition – Purchasing land or buildings before full development loans are approved.

  • Refurbishment Projects – Carrying out upgrades or conversions to make a property mortgageable.

  • Planning Gain – Holding a site while securing planning permission to increase value.

  • Construction Finance – Funding ground-up developments or heavy renovations.

  • Exit Finance – Covering costs after project completion while awaiting sales.

Fraser Bond advises clients that short-term development loans are best used as a bridge between opportunity and long-term finance.


Features of UK Short-Term Development Finance

  • Loan Term – Typically 6 to 24 months.

  • Rates – Interest charged monthly, usually 0.6% to 1.5% per month.

  • Loan-to-Value (LTV) – Up to 70% on purchase, with staged drawdowns for construction.

  • Repayment – Via sale of completed units or refinance into longer-term debt.

  • Flexibility – Can be used for residential, commercial, or mixed-use projects.


Benefits and Risks

Benefits

  • Speed – Quick access to funding compared with traditional bank loans.

  • Versatility – Suitable for refurbishments, conversions, and new builds.

  • Opportunity Capture – Allows developers to secure sites in London before competitors.

Risks

  • Higher Costs – More expensive than long-term finance.

  • Exit Risk – Repayment depends on sales or refinancing.

  • Short-Term Only – Not a replacement for full development finance.


Fraser Bond – Advisory on Development Finance UK

Fraser Bond works with developers, landlords, and investors to secure and structure short-term development finance:

  • Independent Advice – Assessing whether short-term funding is suitable for your project.

  • Trusted Lender Access – Introducing clients to established UK development lenders.

  • Application Packaging – Preparing proposals to secure approvals quickly.

  • Exit Strategy Planning – Ensuring repayment through sales or long-term finance.

  • Investor Support – Aligning development finance with portfolio strategy and compliance.

To explore short-term development finance tailored to your London or UK project, visit FraserBond.com.