Fast, flexible bridging finance for residential property
Colenko’s residential bridging finance provides short-term funding for property purchases, refinancing and capital increases secured against residential assets. Our solutions are designed to give clients the speed and certainty needed to progress opportunities and complete transactions efficiently.
Deals we fund
We provide lending against residential property across a range of scenarios, supporting transactions such as auction purchases, below-market-value opportunities, gifted deposit structures and projects where additional value is realised through planning.
Auction
BMV Purchase
Gifted Deposit
Planning Gain
Key facts
| Loan Amount | £100,000 to £3 million |
| Loan Term | Up to 18 months |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | Up to 75% |
| Monthly Rate | From 0.75% per month |
| Interest | Serviced or rolled up |
| Foreign Nationals & Ex-Pats | Yes |
| Adverse Credit | Considered |
| Gifted Deposits | Yes |
| Security | First charge |
| Ownership | Owner-occupied or investment |
| Region | England and Wales |
Our process
Residential bridging requires fast decisions and efficient execution to keep transactions moving. Our process is designed to deliver clear terms quickly and move loans to completion without unnecessary delay.
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Why choose Colenko?
Choosing a lender is about more than rate. With Colenko, you gain a proactive partner, clear communication at every stage, and the necessary experience to keep your transaction moving from first conversation through to completion.
Clarity
We lend with a clear understanding of your circumstances, providing full transparency on what we can offer. By assessing your situation thoroughly, we deliver funding that works from the outset.
Communication
We keep you informed throughout the process with clear, straightforward updates. You can move forward with confidence, supported by consistent and reliable communication.
Commitment
When we issue terms, we stand behind them. We navigate complexity, overcome challenges, and remain committed every step of the way to ensure your loan progresses smoothly to completion.




What our clients say
Here’s what clients say about working with Colenko. From first conversation to completion, we focus on clear communication, practical solutions, and keeping deals moving.
“I had a really positive experience with Colenko. The team stepped in and helped complete the deal smoothly. They were proactive throughout and communication was clear from start to finish. The process was well managed and efficient. I’d happily recommend them.”
Marianne, Kensington
“Our broker recommended Colenko and, given our tight timeframe and first auction purchase, we were initially a little hesitant. However, the team were excellent from the start. They were supportive, attentive and kept us updated while guiding us through the process.”
Olu, Lewisham
“We’ve worked with Colenko on several transactions and the experience has always been smooth. The team act quickly to ensure deals complete on time, even with tight auction deadlines. Their responsiveness and efficiency make the whole process straightforward.”
Michael, Oxford



