Hampshire Trust Bank

A landmark development in York needed a lender who could take a view. ? We delivered a ￡3.2m exit facility, initially structured at ￡2.35m and revised to reflect a higher valuation and the inclusion of a ￡600k unit that had sold but not yet completed—helping to refinance the scheme and release capital for the client’s next project. ? With unit prices reaching ￡1.7m, we assessed the local market carefully, recognising demand from downsizers seeking low-maintenance homes without compromising on space or character. ? ??? “It’s a great example of how we support brokers with speed, flexibility and a genuinely tailored approach to more specialist schemes,” says Barry Ireland, BDM, Bridging Finance. #BridgingFinance

Dearest gentle reader, Society whispers of our appearance on this year’s Bridging & Commercial Awards shortlist… no fewer than eight times. ? We’re most delighted to be recognised in the following categories: ?? Commercial Lender of the Year ?? Specialist Product of the Year ?? Best Development Lender ?? Large Loan Lender of the Year ?? Service Excellence – Lenders ?? Best Specialist Bank ?? Specialist BTL Lender of the Year ? And, our very own Annie C., Regional Account Manager, has been nominated for Lender Relationship Manager of the Year. A most deserving nod to her work. ? To the judges, thank you for this recognition. And to our fellow nominees—we look forward to sharing a toast (or two) under the chandeliers. ? Until the Bridgington Ball… ? Yours truly, Hampshire Trust Bank (HTB)

?? 74% of women in the workplace have experienced health problems at work. This International Women’s Month (that’s right, we’re celebrating all month), let's recognise the importance of accelerating action through wellbeing and support. Denise Carolan, Head of Organisational Development, and Erica Dennehy, Facilities Lead, discuss how we can normalise 'taboo' topics, support women's health, and educate colleagues to foster open conversations. ?? Join us in taking action, and watch the full video: https://lnkd.in/evuXuUTy #Wellbeing #Support #IWD2025

So how did we achieve our ????? savings easy to open rating from Moneyfacts Group plc? Well… with customer feedback like this ?? “Fuss-free, just what you need when opening an account... All online, fast and easy... Finally, a bank that can deliver a slick online process.” Samantha Owens, Ratings & Personal Finance Manager at Moneyfacts, said: “Considering a number of areas, including the application process and consumer feedback, Hampshire Trust Bank has achieved the highest rating.” A huge thank you again to our incredible Savings team across London and Birmingham – you truly are a ?? star team.

The specialist conversation continues in Manchester. ? Join Andrea Glasgow, Sales Director, Specialist Mortgages and Bridging, at Mortgage Business Expo 2025 as she joins the panel: ‘An overview of the specialist property finance market’. ? She’ll be sharing fresh insight into where the market’s heading, what’s driving demand, and how brokers can make the most of new opportunities in 2025 and beyond. ? ?? Friday 28th March ?? 11:40 AM ?? Theatre One, Manchester Central Convention Complex ? If you’re attending MBE, it’s not one to miss. #MBE #SpecialistMortgages

?? Celebrating a decade of partnership and progress in specialist lending Alex Upton, Managing Director of Specialist Mortgages and Bridging, and Andrea Glasgow, Sales Director of Specialist Mortgages and Bridging, sat down with The Intermediary to reflect on their 10-year journey together. They discuss the shift in specialist lending, the rise of women in leadership, and the exciting opportunities ahead. ?? Read the full Q&A, link in comments. If you haven't already, watch our recent International Women's Day video featuring Andrea and Alex discussing 'Accelerating action through strong relationships.' Watch now: https://lnkd.in/ev3marp7. #SpecialistMortgages #IWD2025

What a way to end the week – thank you Moneyfacts Group plc for shortlisting us as Best Fixed Account Provider ?? ? Off the back of winning MoneyComms Best Fixed Rate Savings Provider and Best Easy Access Business Savings Provider, we’d like to be greedy and bank another accolade to our collection. ? Good luck to all the other nominees. We look forward to seeing you all there in June. #MFAwards

"One lender, one solicitor and a straightforward process." - Aimee Amphlett, Regional Account Manager ? We successfully refinanced and raised capital across 22 properties for a portfolio landlord in London and Birmingham. ?? Highlights: ?? 22 properties, one loan ?? Mix of leasehold & freehold ?? Interest-only, fixed rate for 5 years ?? To find out more, read the link in comments. #SpecialistMortgages #Refinance #PropertyPortfolio?

A personal and business savings double – HTB have been named Best Fixed Rate Savings Provider and has retained Best Easy Access Business Savings Provider for the second-year running ?? Andrew Hagger, Director of Moneycomms.co.uk: “Both awards are richly deserved with both personal and business rates often occupying the MoneyComms best buy tables during the last 12 months. It’s good to see consumers and businesses being offered decent returns, something they won’t find from the high street banks.” Stuart H., MD of Savings: “The MoneyComms awards champion savings features, transparency, consistency and ease, so it’s great to see our easy access and fixed rate products being recognised in such a competitive field.” Thank you to our brilliant savings team for offering ‘the best of the best’ (MoneyComms words, not ours) supporting our personal, business and charity customers across the UK. #MoneyCommsAwards

Still haven’t put your hat into the ring for Smart Money People’s ￡1,000 prize draw? To enter, just vote (ideally for, ahem, HTB). Voting takes less time than making a brew ???https://lnkd.in/exmPUwGk