The Cornerstone Finance Podcast explores the most pressing challenges and biggest opportunities facing mortgage and protection advisers today.

As thousands of fixed-rate deals reach expiry and the demand for expert advice grows, our recent episodes focus on the real strategies driving long-term success – from client retention and protection-led growth to intergenerational lending and network support.

In our latest episode, we explore the practical power of regulated bridging loans, and why they deserve a place in every adviser’s toolkit. Discover how to use bridging to solve home-move hurdles, strengthen client relationships, and stand out in a shifting market. Listen now to hear how leading brokers and lenders are making bridging work….and how you can too.

Featured Episode

Supporting Home Moves with Regulated Bridging

When traditional finance falls short, regulated bridging can unlock the door for clients stuck in limbo, whether they’re in a chain, downsizing, or relocating fast. In this episode, we break down real scenarios where bridging has secured deals, won long-term loyalty, and positioned advisers as problem-solvers when it matters most.

What’s covered in this episode:

With guests:

  • Ross Williams – OSB Group
  • Jodie Beck – Mortgage Maison
  • Haydn Thomas – Cornerstone Finance
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  • How regulated bridging loans help clients move home quickly when regular mortgages aren’t ready in time
  • Case examples showing when bridging is a smart solution, particularly in tight timeframes or chain-heavy transactions
  • Guidance on assessing risk and structuring bridging deals with compliance and due diligence in mind
  • How advisers can integrate regulated bridging into their conversation to retain clients and build credibility
  • Why bridging should be part of an adviser’s specialist toolkit—not just as a fallback, but as a growth opportunity

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