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“Bridge lending offers exposure to the real estate market without the need for direct property ownership.”

“In both the UK and Europe, a fundamental undersupply of housing further underpins this demand.”

“Investors are particularly drawn to predictable cashflows and strong collateral, especially in sectors such as residential living.”

“A key differentiator for us is our local presence in the jurisdictions where we operate. We offer local origination, credit expertise, and servicing.”

In the February issue of Private Debt Investor, Mark Posniak, Managing Director in the Bridging Group at Arrow Global, explores the growing opportunities in bridge lending within the real estate debt sector. In this article, he discusses the key drivers of growth, including the increasing demand for flexible short-term financing, the role of technology and ESG considerations, and the benefits of residential-backed transactions. Mark also highlights how alternative lenders are filling gaps left by traditional banks, particularly in the UK and European markets, offering compelling opportunities for both investors and borrowers.

Read the full article here

 

Mark Posniak

Mark Posniak

Managing Director, Bridging

Mark joined Arrow in 2023 as European Lending Development Director and has over 20 years of Specialist Lending experience.

Mark previously co-founded and was Managing Director of Octane Capital, a specialist Bridging and Buy-to-Let Lender with over £1.4Bn lent in 5 years. Prior to Octane, Mark was the Managing Director of Octopus Property (Formerly Dragonfly Property Finance) where he oversaw over £2.3Bn of Specialist lending over a 7-year period.

Mark was the original Chairman and former Executive Committee member of the Association of Short-Term Lenders and was also a former Executive Committee member of the Association of Bridging Professionals.

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