Why property developers and investors needing £50,000 to £500 million short-term funding for 1-24 months struggle to secure the right finance

https://www.propertyinvestortoday.co.uk/article/2025/09/best-5-bridging-loan-providers-in-2025/

Short-term property finance sounds simple on paper: you need cash for a few months to buy, refurb, or bridge to refinance. In practice many developers and investors get stuck. The problem isn't always about price