Inverness, ScotlandLocal lender appetite and market data

Specialist Commercial Mortgage Broker in Inverness

CMB arranges commercial mortgages, bridging loans and development finance for property professionals across Inverness and Scotland. Led by Matt Lenzie, ex-Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland, institutional-grade underwriting, direct lender access and decisions in 48 hours.

£300M+
Capital Raised
48hrs
Decision Time
100+
Lender Panel
£135
Avg Price/sq ft
5.5%
Average Yield
+14%
5yr Price Growth
+10.5%
5yr Rental Growth

Inverness commercial mortgage brokers, ex-bankers with direct lender access

CMB combines former Lloyds and Bank of Scotland underwriting experience with direct board-level relationships at the UK's leading commercial lenders.

Ex-Banking Background

Former Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland professionals who understand lender criteria inside-out

Board-Level Access

Direct relationships with lender decision-makers for faster approvals and better terms

£300M+ Track Record

Proven success arranging complex commercial property finance across the UK

Inverness commercial property market signals

The factors lenders weigh when assessing Inverness commercial mortgages, sector demand, transport connectivity and active regeneration programmes.

Gateway to Highlands drives tourism. University Highlands and Islands campus growing. Whisky and energy sectors strong.

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Key Industries

  • Tourism & Heritage
  • Technology & Life Sciences
  • Healthcare (Raigmore Hospital)
  • Retail
  • Professional Services

Transport Links

  • ScotRail to Edinburgh/Glasgow/Aberdeen/Thurso/Kyle
  • A9 to Perth/Edinburgh
  • Inverness Airport (domestic and European)
  • Caledonian Canal

Regeneration

Inverness city centre regeneration; Inverness Campus (University of Highlands and Islands); Beechwood housing; Tornagrain new town; Inverness Castle transformation; West Link road

Inverness commercial mortgages, bridging loans and development finance

Three core debt structures cover the majority of Inverness commercial property deals. Each carries a different lender panel, LTV ceiling and pricing band, match the structure to the asset and the timeline.

Commercial Mortgages

Long-term financing for commercial and mixed-use property purchases, refinancing, and investment, tailored by experienced brokers who understand complex deal structures.

From £50,000Up to 75% LTV5-25 years

Commercial Remortgage

Refinance an existing commercial mortgage to lower your rate, switch lender, release equity or restructure the loan.

From £150,000Up to 75% LTV5-25 years (typical 5-year fixed reverting to variable)

Commercial Bridging Finance

Fast, flexible short-term finance for commercial property transactions, decisions in 48 hours, completion in days, and creative structuring for deals that mainstream lenders will not touch.

From £50,000Up to 75% LTV1-18 months

Development Finance

Specialist funding for ground-up construction, major refurbishment, and mixed-use development projects, structured with staged drawdowns aligned to your build programme.

From £150,000Up to 75% LTV6-24 months
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Matt Lenzie

Founder & Principal Broker

With a career spanning Lloyds Bank, Bank of Scotland, and a partnership in a corporate finance business, Matt brings institutional-grade expertise to every deal in Inverness. Currently a board advisor to a pension administrator and trustee with £3.9bn of assets under advisory, Matt has raised over £300m of capital for property professionals across the UK.

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Inverness commercial property investment fundamentals

What makes Inverness fundable, where the development opportunity sits, which lenders are active, and the asset classes our team finances most often.

Investment Highlights

  • Average commercial property yields of 5.5% across the local market
  • 14% property price growth over the past five years
  • 10.5% rental growth over five years supporting income returns
  • Strong occupier demand from Tourism & Heritage and Technology & Life Sciences sectors
  • Excellent transport connectivity including ScotRail to Edinburgh/Glasgow/Aberdeen/Thurso/Kyle
  • Active regeneration programmes driving future capital growth

Development Opportunities

Inverness presents development opportunities linked to Inverness city centre regeneration. Growing demand from the Tourism & Heritage sector is creating opportunities for purpose-built commercial space and conversion projects. Strong transport links enhance viability for mixed-use and residential-led schemes.

Lender Appetite

Good appetite for hospitality and commercial. Development supported.

Property Types We Finance

Retail UnitsHigh Street ShopsShopping CentresOffice SpaceServiced Offices

Our team has deep experience arranging commercial mortgages, bridging loans, and development finance across Inverness and the wider Scotland region, from commercial property purchases to development and refurbishment projects.

Need a commercial mortgage decision in Inverness?

Our team will review your asset, sector and structure against current Inverness lender appetite and come back with an indicative rate, LTV and term within 24–48 hours. No application until you're ready.

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Inverness Location

Commercial mortgage services available across Inverness and surrounding areas. View larger map

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