Illustrative scenario 01A delayed buyer
A homeowner's sale has stalled, but an onward purchase is progressing. The bridging proposal must reflect a credible sale exit.
Useful information for the conversation
- Current sale progress and asking price
- Both property and mortgage details
The aim is to identify the questions and evidence that matter before making a commitment. A short outline is enough to begin; detailed records can follow through an agreed secure route.
Illustrative scenario 02A gap between completions
A move has an unavoidable timing mismatch. Costs and the period of overlap need assessment.
Useful information for the conversation
- Both property and mortgage details
- Onward purchase deadline
The aim is to identify the questions and evidence that matter before making a commitment. A short outline is enough to begin; detailed records can follow through an agreed secure route.
Illustrative scenario 03A sale price is uncertain
A homeowner is relying on proceeds that are not yet agreed. The funding plan needs a realistic valuation and contingency.
Useful information for the conversation
- Onward purchase deadline
- Cash reserve and fallback plan
The aim is to identify the questions and evidence that matter before making a commitment. A short outline is enough to begin; detailed records can follow through an agreed secure route.
Illustrative scenario 04Evidence focus: Model the sale taking longer than expected
A short-term finance borrower wants to discuss chain-break bridging. Two points need attention: current sale progress and asking price; both property and mortgage details. The borrowing needs to cover the required purchase funds after costs and any redemptions. The evidence and the decision need to be considered together rather than in isolation.
Useful information for the conversation
- Cash reserve and fallback plan
- Current sale progress and asking price
The aim is to identify the questions and evidence that matter before making a commitment. A short outline is enough to begin; detailed records can follow through an agreed secure route.
Illustrative scenario 05Decision point: Onward purchase deadline
A short-term finance borrower has started a conversation about chain-break bridging, but the brief has changed. The review revisits two points: onward purchase deadline; cash reserve and fallback plan. The next step is agreed using the updated facts, with any unresolved questions recorded.
Useful information for the conversation
- Current sale progress and asking price
- Both property and mortgage details
The aim is to identify the questions and evidence that matter before making a commitment. A short outline is enough to begin; detailed records can follow through an agreed secure route.
The wider assessment
Model the sale taking longer than expected
The borrowing needs to cover the required purchase funds after costs and any redemptions. Sale price, marketing progress and existing mortgages all matter. We discuss what happens if the first offer falls through or the eventual price is lower.
You may carry borrowing on two properties. A delayed sale can increase interest and may leave a repayment shortfall.