SYGMA Financial Services Ltd

17/09/2026

07/08/2026

Thanks to Amy our case manager for delivering an insight into what to expect when you come in for an appointment.

07/08/2026

After a full week of finance deals, it is now family time.

05/08/2026

Why Bridge? A brief overview of bridging finance.
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13/06/2025

Thinking of investing in a Buy-to-Let?

If you’re interested in investing in property it might be your perfect entry point.

We’ve compiled a list of need-to-knows ⬇

▪️ What is Buy-to-Let?
A buy-to-let property is purchased with the intention of renting it out, not living in it. It’s a popular strategy for generating monthly income and long-term capital growth.

▪️ How are BTL mortgages different?
Based on rental income, not just your salary
Typically require a 25% deposit (sometimes more)
Often interest-only to maximise monthly cashflow
You’ll need to meet rental coverage criteria

▪️ Rental yield
This is your annual rental income as a % of the property value. For example, £10,000 rent on a £200,000 property = 5% yield

It’s worth looking for high-yield areas with strong tenant demand

▪️ Managing the tenants
You can either manage the property yourself or use a letting agent which comes at a cost.

You’ll also need to consider things like landlord insurance, maintenance and legalities.

If you want to know if buy-to-let is right for you we’d be happy to have a chat 📩

11/06/2025

Have you been tempted by the idea of investing in property?

It can be overwhelming and full of questions, so we thought we’d help you consider where you might raise the funds to start on your property investment journey… it might just be more achievable that you think.

Here are 3 common ways investors raise capital ⬇

1️⃣ Equity from Your Home Tap into the value you’ve built up in your property with a remortgage or secured loan. This is a popular way to release cash for a deposit or purchase.

2️⃣ Inheritance Received a lump sum? Property can be a smart way to grow that wealth. You will need to make sure it’s structured correctly to avoid unnecessary tax or risk.

3️⃣ Pensions (SIPP/SSAS) With the right setup certain pensions can be used to invest in commercial property, offering returns while keeping your long-term goals in mind.

Every situation is unique and we recommend speaking to professionals who understand both finance and investment strategy. Professionals like us!

09/06/2025

Thank you for leaving us a positive review. We pride ourselves in our professional yet friendly approach, and we look forward to working with you again in the future.

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"I’m incredibly pleased with the service I received from Ian Dartnell for my remortgage. He helped me with everything and explained the process in a clear manner. He was always appreciable, flexible and available. Thank you, JG"

06/06/2025

Here is founder Ian with arguably his favourite member of the team, Hugo, our Head of Security and water sports fan 🐶

Hugo visits the office regularly with Ian, and lifts the mood of the office with his laid back attitude and friendly face

We love having an office dog around. Does your four-legged friend come to work with you? ⬇️

05/06/2025

We had a fantastic evening networking at the Canary Wharf Property Investor Networking event. Graeme was honoured to deliver a mortgage market update on behalf of Sygma Financial Services, including insights into bridging finance and key pitfalls investors should be aware of—such as exit strategies, interest roll-up costs, and valuation challenges.

04/06/2025

What are the different types of Bridging finance?

Let us break that down for you.

The three types of Bridging finance are Rolling, Retained and Serviced Interest.

So what’s the difference? ⬇

Whether you’re buying before selling, renovating a property or seizing a time-sensitive opportunity; bridging loans can be a powerful tool. But how you pay the interest matters. Here’s a quick breakdown:

Rolling Interest
● Interest is added to the loan monthly and repaid at the end
● Good for cashflow as there are no monthly payments
● It can add up quickly if the loan term extends

Retained Interest
● Interest for the full term is deducted upfront from your loan
● You know exactly what you’ll repay
● Less money is released even if you repay early

Serviced Interest
●You pay interest monthly
●Keeps loan size smaller and total cost lower
● Requires strong monthly cashflow

What’s best depends on your project, your exit strategy, and your cashflow - and that’s where we come in!

Contact our team today for financial advice, tailored to you 📩