CapitalRise

We are delighted to announce that CapitalRise has closed a Senior Development Loan in Brighton and Hove. The property is in an extremely sought-after, high-value residential area with views over the city and the coast.     The loan will fund the demolition of the existing property and subsequent development of a five-bedroom detached house, comprising 4,468 sq.ft. split over three floors.   Congratulations to Raf Chowdhury for originating this facility, with Max Brady supporting the closure of this loan. Thank you to our professional partners who worked on this loan: Spector Constant & Williams (Legals) MDA Consulting (PMS) Strutt & Parker (Valuers) Please don’t hesitate to contact Raf to discuss your prime property funding requirements in London and the South East.   Raf Chowdhury Contact Details: M: 07443 074 064 E: rc@capitalrise.com

Hot off the press! CapitalRise CEO, Uma Rajah, shares her insights in Property Week on the strength of the prime housing market and the wider economic benefits of funding development projects. Tailored funding solutions are essential to the continued health of the prime property sector. At CapitalRise, we believe that alternative lenders play a crucial role in driving this vital part of the UK economy – especially as many traditional banks have stepped back due to regulatory changes following the global financial crisis. To date, CapitalRise has lent against more than £1bn worth of prime property assets across London and the South East. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/ee33gkKP

Last month, our very own Jasmine Dinnage and Julia Sinclair braved some typical British weather, with a mix of rain and sunshine, to volunteer at West Horsley Place with our partners, The Tree Council.    Alongside other volunteers from NFU Mutual, Network Rail and Avison Young, they helped weed and mulch an incredible 223 metres of hedgerow, supporting the growth of 1,100 young trees. The Tree Council’s mission is to unite people in caring for trees and our planet – a mission that CapitalRise is proud to support.

We’re excited to share that CapitalRise's CEO, Uma Rajah, was recently invited by Viviane Paxinos, CEO of AllBright, to their exclusive event at the House of Commons. The event marked a significant milestone as AllBright celebrated its acquisition of everywoman, a global leader in driving gender diversity in the workplace for the past 25 years.   It was an afternoon filled with inspiring discussions on creating a world where every woman can thrive in the workplace. The event highlighted how AllBright and everywoman will continue their shared mission of empowering women, expanding their impact across the globe. As a female-led property finance company, this is certainly a vision that CapitalRise shares.

Earlier this week, our CEO Uma Rajah had the honour of speaking at the Forever Forward event, organised by FFinc (formerly WHN) – an incredible network focused on breaking barriers and creating opportunities for women, businesses, and communities to thrive.   As proud partners of FFinc (formerly WHN), we fully support their mission and are inspired by the conversations sparked at the event. Uma shared her founder's journey and insights on the importance of education at a younger age to encourage more girls into STEM subjects. With only 27% of STEM graduates being female, Uma stressed that early intervention is crucial to addressing the gender gap in these fields, ultimately helping to improve female representation in STEM careers. It was great to hear from other inspirational women including Chamiah Dewey, Sam Cooper-Gray and Victoria Symons.   A special thanks to Tamara Gillan, who leads this amazing network and for creating such a vibrant network for connection, learning, and empowerment. We very much look forward to the year ahead of us with FFinc (formerly WHN) as partners.

Our latest research, featured in Development Finance Today, reveals that house prices in the Home Counties are rising 37% faster than the England average. This demonstrates the robust demand and growth potential within this prime property market.   As a leading finance provider specialising in prime property lending across the Home Counties and Prime Central London, CapitalRise is uniquely positioned to support lenders in capitalising on these growth trends. Our expertise in this sector ensures that we can help you navigate opportunities in these thriving markets with confidence.   Read the full article to explore more about this trend: https://lnkd.in/eUWP65SK

Ready to shake things up? 💥 Join Uma Rajah at Forever Forward (The WealthiHer Network), where fearless and formidable women come together to shape the future of business! On Wednesday, 2nd October 2024, 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM, Uma will be sharing the stage with industry trailblazers who are breaking barriers and redefining success. Whether you're a founder, leader, or innovator, this event will leave you fired up, full of bold ideas, and ready to conquer whatever’s next. Apply to attend here: https://lnkd.in/ebnQCNwf Can’t wait to see you there! 🔥

Our Lending team had the pleasure of hosting our 3rd annual CapitalRise Clay Shoot at Holland & Holland with our key intermediary partners.    Congratulations to Dean Brown for winning the best shot, and Team Lee Francis (Thomas Stevenson, Dan Bassalian, Dean Brown, Daniel O'Neil) for best overall team.   Thank you to all those who joined the day, and we are already looking forward to next year's event. If you have any prime property funding requirements, please don't hesitate to reach out to the team. Lee Francis Katy Katani Raf Chowdhury Imogen Williams

Last week, Katy Katani and Imogen Williams hosted a vineyard trip to Gusbourne Estate, bringing together clients and key players in the property finance industry for an unforgettable wine tasting experience. It was a great opportunity to strengthen our relationships within the property finance world while learning something new. A huge shoutout to Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite for her expert knowledge and warm hospitality – your passion for wine truly enhanced the day! We look forward to hosting more events like this in the future. 

In this recent article in The Times, our CEO Uma Rajah outlines the important role that prime property plays in driving revenue for the UK government and creating jobs across multiple sectors. The economic ripple effect from the high-end real estate market is both significant and far-reaching.   Read more about it here: https://lnkd.in/etUMZVmM