The customer journey: What it means and why it matters
Michael Allison, operations director at Roma Finance, explains how improving the customer journey helps both borrowers and brokers Many lenders will say that improving the ‘customer journey’ is important to them, but what do they actually mean? And are they walking the walk or just talking the talk? At Roma, the customer journey really is […]
Why you need to know what ‘Indicative Terms’ really means
There’s no consistent definition of Indicative Terms in bridging, so it’s your responsibility to ask exactly what’s being offered, says Scott Marshall, founder of Roma Finance At an early stage of the bridging loan process, you or your broker will receive ‘Indicative Terms’ from the lender. This can also be known as an Initial Offer, […]
Roma Finance wins Best Landlord Product of the Year
Roma Finance has been awarded Best Landlord Product of the Year at the Property Reporter Awards 2023.
Property Elevator partners with Roma Finance
Roma Finance becomes sole sponsor with Scott Marshall as guest Angel. Roma Finance is delighted to announce a new partnership with Property Elevator, the show for budding property entrepreneurs to pitch their deals to investor Angels for their funding and expertise. Roma will be the sole sponsor for the next series and Scott Marshall will […]
How to choose a bridging lender
Finding the right funding partner for your customer requires due diligence, says Scott Marshall, founder of Roma Finance There’s been a large rise in the number of new bridging lenders over the last five years and the increased competition is good news for borrowers and brokers alike. However, lenders range from big banks to […]
From volatility comes opportunity for property investors
Demand will be strong for short-term property finance in 2023, says Scott Marshall, founder of Roma Finance If the last 10 years have taught me anything, it’s that economic turbulence always gives rise to opportunity. It’s clear that the UK economy faces huge challenges, particularly around inflation and public sector pay. It’s polarising and […]
Roma Finance goes live with Knowledge Bank’s Interactive Criteria Guide
Roma Finance is the latest lender to transition to Knowledge Bank’s new Interactive Criteria Guide. Brokers will now be able to see all of Roma Finance’s detailed criteria through the guide. Any changes made by the specialist lender appear immediately, ensuring brokers the most up-to-date and accurate information. Roma Finance believe in providing brokers with […]
Roma Finance reports record month across the board
Roma Finance, the lender less ordinary that #LovesToLend, achieved its record month, not only for new business but also redemptions in October during arguably, the most challenging economic time since the credit crunch. Year on year, the Roma loan book has increased by 88%. In addition, successful redemptions have continued to climb with a 100% […]
Roma Finance launches below market value bridge and reduces rates
Roma Finance, the lender less ordinary, has today launched a below market value bridging product and has reduced rates on the higher loan-to-values across its short-term finance range. The new below market value bridge is available for experienced property investors and landlords up to 70% loan-to-value with rates from 0.99%. The product has been designed […]
Roma Finance enhances speedy processing channel while holding rates
Roma has extended the product ranges available on RomaFLOW and introduced electronic signatures to the process Roma Finance has enhanced the RomaFLOW process following its unwavering success, resulting in a loan book that has doubled in size since the launch. The enhancements are being made with no increase to rates since the Bank of England […]
