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HOT TOPICS : How Contract Gaps Affect Mortgage Applications

It's not uncommon for contractors to have breaks in between projects. Projects come to an end and new contracts can be delayed in starting and some professionals may purposely take a short break between engagements.

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Limited Company Contractor Mortgages

Limited company contractor mortgages are intended for professionals who offer services under their own limited company.

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Commercial Finance Update: Specialist Sectors Continue to Attract Lender Appetite

The commercial finance market remains active for businesses looking to acquire, refinance or expand, with particularly strong lender appetite across specialist healthcare sectors. 

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HOT TOPICS : What's Really Driving Mortgage Rates?

Discover what really drives mortgage rates beyond the Base Rate — from global events to lender funding costs — and why expert advice beats timing the market.

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Market Update - August 2026

Market Update - August 2026: Base Rate held, inflation cooling, swap rates steady. Here's what it means for UK mortgage pricing and borrowers.

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Hot Topic: NHS vs Private Dentistry Finance Explained

Compare NHS and private dentistry finance, understand lender criteria, borrowing factors and income stability, and explore finance options for dentists.

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Hot Topic: Pharmacy Stock & Working Capital Finance

Independent and community pharmacies across the UK often face cash flow challenges due to rising medicine costs, increasing operating expenses, and delays in NHS reimbursements, putting pressure on their day-to-day operations.

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Market Update June 2026

The Bank of England has chosen to leave the Base Rate unchanged at 3.75%, continuing its cautious approach as it balances inflationary pressures against wider economic growth concerns. 

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Hot Topic: Contractor Mortgages June 2026

The UK contracting workforce continues to grow, particularly across sectors such as IT, engineering, finance, healthcare and consultancy. Despite this, many contractors still believe that securing a mortgage is much harder than it is for traditional employees. 

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Hot Topic: Stock & Working Capital Finance for Dentists

Running a successful dental practice in the UK requires balancing patient care with the financial demands of day-to-day operations.

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How Much Can You Borrow on a Let-to-Buy?

For the homeowners who are willing to purchase their next home without selling the home they currently own, a let-to-buy mortgage can be a good option.

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Hot Topic: Refinancing a Care Home to Improve Occupancy

In the care home industry of the UK, occupancy is one of the key indicators of success as this makes a huge impact on the overall revenue. A care home service with consistently high occupancy is known for stable revenue, thus offering better mortgage deals.

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