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Insights on Bridging Finance

Market commentary and explainers from the Rikvin Capital team across Singapore and the United Kingdom.

Global insights

Bridging loan exit strategies: how lenders assess yours before saying yes

Bridging loan exit strategies: how lenders assess yours before saying yes

Private lenders underwrite against the asset and the exit, not the borrower's income. Your exit strategy determines whether a deal proceeds, at what LTV, and on what terms. This covers the three main exit types, what makes each credible, and what documentation to prepare.

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Rolled-up vs serviced interest: what each structure costs a bridging borrower

Rolled-up vs serviced interest: what each structure costs a bridging borrower

Rolled-up and serviced interest produce the same total cost over an identical term but differ sharply on cash outflow, available loan size, and the balance due at exit. A plain-numbers comparison for bridging borrowers in Singapore and the UK.

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What bridging finance is, and when it beats a bank loan

What bridging finance is, and when it beats a bank loan

A bridging loan fills the gap between needing capital now and a longer-term solution arriving later. Here is how it works, when it beats a bank loan, and when to think twice.

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How long a bridging loan really takes, from enquiry to drawdown

How long a bridging loan really takes, from enquiry to drawdown

Your bridging loan can draw down in two to three weeks, or inside seven days if preparation is right. This is what every stage of the process actually takes, and where delays really come from.

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What a bridging loan actually costs, and what drives the price

What a bridging loan actually costs, and what drives the price

Bridging loans are quoted monthly, and the headline rate is only one of four cost components. This guide explains what drives the price, what else to budget for, and when the total is worth bearing.

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Singapore insights

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Charting New Horizons: Over $1 Billion in Bridge Funding

Charting New Horizons: Over $1 Billion in Bridge Funding

We are thrilled to announce a monumental milestone at Rikvin Capital – since our inception, we’ve provided over $500 million in bridge loans, reflecting our firm commitment to fostering growth and stability in an ever-changing financial landscape.

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Short-Term Property Loans to Help TDSR Roadblocks

Short-Term Property Loans to Help TDSR Roadblocks

Learn how a property bridge loan in Singapore can help investors move ahead fast when traditional lenders stall due to income and TDSR limits.

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Bridging Loans for GCB in Singapore (Good Class Bungalows)

Bridging Loans for GCB in Singapore (Good Class Bungalows)

Bridging loans for Good Class Bungalows (GCBs) in Singapore provide fast, flexible financing for these ultra-exclusive landed homes. GCBs are rare detached properties that require large land plots, and bridging finance allows buyers to secure them quickly without waiting for long-term funding.

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United Kingdom insights

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Navigating UK Property Investment: A Guide to Bridge Loans for Foreign Investors

Navigating UK Property Investment: A Guide to Bridge Loans for Foreign Investors

Are you a foreign investor eyeing the lucrative UK property market? You’re not alone. The allure of the UK’s real estate sector continues to draw global investors.

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Strategically Navigating Market Uncertainty: When to opt for Bridge Loans in the UK

Strategically Navigating Market Uncertainty: When to opt for Bridge Loans in the UK

Amidst the tightening grip of UK financial markets, the strategic deployment of bridge loans becomes increasingly pertinent.

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Brave the Financial Tide: Leverage Your Assets with Bridge Loans in the UK

Brave the Financial Tide: Leverage Your Assets with Bridge Loans in the UK

As the UK market tightens in anticipation of economic headwinds, traditional lending avenues are becoming less accessible.

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What does Rikvin Capital provide?

Rikvin Capital provides private, asset-backed capital for borrowers, investors and professional partners across Singapore and the United Kingdom, with a focus on short-term property-backed facilities and bridging loans.

Who does Rikvin Capital work with?

We work with borrowers, investors, property owners and professional intermediaries who need a private capital partner for time-sensitive, asset-backed funding scenarios.

What types of assets can support a facility?

Facilities are typically assessed against real estate or other strong asset-backed collateral. Suitability depends on the asset, jurisdiction, valuation, title position, loan amount, borrower profile and proposed exit.

How quickly can funding be arranged?

Timelines depend on valuation, due diligence, legal documentation and the complexity of the transaction. Rikvin Capital is structured for situations where speed, certainty and direct decision-making matter.

What information should I provide when making an enquiry?

Share the asset location, estimated value, required loan amount, target timeline, existing debt, borrower details and proposed repayment or exit strategy so our team can assess the opportunity efficiently.