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Are you looking for mortgage brokers in Sittingbourne to help you secure the right mortgage? I’m Lucy Ingram, an experienced mortgage and protection adviser, dedicated to assisting individuals and businesses in finding the most suitable mortgage solutions.
With over two decades of experience in the financial services industry, I specialise buy-to-lets, commercial, bridging and development finance. Starting my career in 2002, I have honed my expertise in providing tailored financial advice and solutions that meet diverse client needs.
As a successful business owner, I have grown my company into a thriving enterprise, managing a team of brokers and building a robust client base through strategic networking and excellent customer service. My firm prides itself on delivering personalised, comprehensive advice while fostering long-term client relationships.
Lucy Ingram supports clients across Sittingbourne and nearby Kent towns, including:
Faversham
Gillingham
Rainham
Maidstone
Rochester
Chatham
These areas are well-suited for commercial, buy-to-let, and semi-commercial investments due to transport links and housing demand. Find a Mortgage Broker in Sittingbourne
Sittingbourne clients often turn to bridging loans for time-sensitive property transactions. Bridging finance is ideal for:
Auction property purchases
Chain-break solutions
Conversions and refurbishments
Land acquisitions or planning projects
Securing new property before selling your existing one
Bridging loans usually last from 3 to 18 months and require a clear repayment plan. Lucy explains the fees, exit strategy, and security requirements in plain terms. Each application must meet FCA guidelines and lender-specific conditions, including exit strategy evidence and acceptable credit standing.
Lucy supports landlords buying single lets or Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). In Sittingbourne and Kent, HMO investments are growing due to rental demand and commuter popularity.
Each lender has rules for:
Room sizes
Licensing
Tenant types
Property valuation
EPC ratings (usually a minimum of E or higher)
Whether you’re letting to students, professionals, or through a company, Lucy sources options from over 90 UK lenders.
Sittingbourne offers opportunities for investors seeking shops with flats above, office conversions, or small warehouse units. Semi-commercial properties need specific lender assessment, covering both residential and commercial use.
Lucy will guide you through:
Minimum income and deposit requirements
Interest-only or repayment choices
Property type criteria (freehold, leasehold)
Business tenancy terms
Expect transparency on valuation methods and legal checks. All mortgage advice follows UK regulatory and affordability guidelines.
Many landlords in Sittingbourne choose limited company mortgages for tax planning. These mortgage types are subject to stricter scrutiny by lenders.
Lucy helps you:
Understand how personal guarantees affect borrowing
Prepare required documents like SPV accounts
Match lender policy to your company setup
Avoid pitfalls like unacceptable SIC codes or newly formed SPVs
These options suit landlords with multiple properties or those looking to scale under a company structure.
Lucy also arranges insurance that protects your investment:
Buildings and contents
Landlord cover
Loss of rent
Employer and public liability
All insurance recommendations are aligned with lender rules and local risk assessments, such as flood zones or subsidence areas in Sittingbourne and Kent.
Based locally with insight into Sittingbourne’s commercial and rental trends
FCA-authorised mortgage broker providing regulated advice
Specialises in complex cases involving limited companies, HMOs, and bridging loans
Works with more than 90 lenders including high street and specialist names
Offers help in both English and Mandarin for wider community access
is is an Appointed Representative of Connect IFA Ltd 441505 which is Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.