Long term funding shaped around personal strategy, not short term numbers.

Whether you’re expanding a portfolio, refinancing to release capital, or securing a commercial building for your business, the funding has to factor in the best path to long range success.

We look at the asset, the income, the plans and the moving parts around your circumstance. Because we’ve worked inside both lending and property, we know how to structure cases that stand up to lender scrutiny while still reflecting the real-world picture.

This isn’t a volume-based service. It’s measured, considered finance that helps clients move forward with clarity, control and confidence.

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Align works closely with property investors to shape funding that supports long-term ambitions. From single assets to multi-unit portfolios, we guide clients every step of the way, paying close attention to how each decision affects the wider picture.

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Why choose Align for investment & commercial finance?

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We understand that every asset has wide implications.

Income, tenants, planning, future value, we look at the full picture to make sure the finance complements the plan, and does the right thing by you.

02

We understand the importance of stability.

Investment and commercial funding isn’t necessarily about speed, it’s about getting the structure right. We keep the process proactive, consistent, and guided by long-term thinking.

03

We understand how lenders assess value and risk.

Years in banking mean we know what strengthens a proposal and what weakens it. We shape cases so lenders see the strength, and the potential.

04

We understand the need for clear, honest conversation.

Typical investment and commercial finance gets technical quickly. We keep it as grounded as possible , whilst not excluding the facts you need to know. This way you always know where things stand and what the next step looks like.

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An investment loan is for borrowers purchasing or already own or are purchasing property that generates rental income, rather than for personal use. This can be both residential assets (houses, flats, HMOs etc) or commercial assets (offices, retail, warehouses, hotels etc) or even mixed use assets that are a combination of the two (shops with uppers etc)

Commercial Finance is a loan secured against property used for business purposes, such as offices, retail, warehouses.

  • Property professionals
  • Limited companies or SPVs
  • Partnerships and sole traders
  • Borrowers can be UK or off-shore registered
  • Established businesses looking to purchase or refinance premises
  • Pensions (SIPP/SAS)
  • Investment loans: Up to 75% LTV
  • Commercial loans: Typically, 60–70% LTV, depending on risk profile and lender criteria
  • Credit history
  • Property type and location
  • Rental income or business turnover
  • Experience as a landlord or business owner
  • Fixed rates for stability
  • Variable rates linked to base rate
  • Interest-only or capital repayment options

On average, 6–12 weeks from application, depending on complexity, valuation, and legal checks.

Most development finance products require some level of developer equity, and lenders will usually expect you to contribute 10–25% of the total project costs at the outset. This forms your equity contribution into the deal.

However, there are specialist lenders and structured funding solutions that can offer higher leverage, and in certain circumstances even provide facilities that effectively cover up to 100% of project costs. These options are assessed on a case-by-case basis and typically rely on strong additional security, a proven track record, or a joint-venture-style structure.

Absolutely. Refinancing can help release equity, reduce interest costs, or fund new investments.

Common fees include:

  • Arrangement fees
  • Valuation fees
  • Legal costs
  • Broker fees
  • Proof of identity and address
  • Business accounts or rental income statements
  • Property details and valuation report
  • Bank statements

Looking to expand or restructure your portfolio?

A short call is often enough to understand your goals and outline the best route forward.

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