Real Estate Guides
In-depth guides to private real estate investing — property types, fund structures, performance metrics, and access routes.
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LendInvest
UK property finance platform and alternative asset manager listed on AIM (LSE: LINV). Originates bridging, development, buy-to-let and residential loans through FCA-authorised entities. LendInvest has confirmed that its Self-Select Platform is in managed run-off and is no longer offering new property investment opportunities, while the wider property-finance business continues. FCA clone-firm warnings are in effect — verify details on the FCA Register before dealing with the firm.
CrowdProperty
FCA-authorised P2P platform (FRN 723959) providing senior-secured development finance to UK SME property developers. Company-stated total funded ~£1bn as of June 2026, though investor reviews flag transparency, recovery and default reporting concerns.
Kuflink
UK property-backed P2P lending platform (FRN 724890) offering bridging and development loans with IFISA wrapper and a restricted secondary market. Operating under significant FCA restrictions since Nov 2025 — Auto-Invest closed to new money and lending to connected persons prohibited without prior FCA permission.
CapitalRise
CapitalRise is a UK fintech platform providing direct lending and investment opportunities in prime residential and commercial property in London and the Home Counties. Founded in 2016 by Uma Rajah, Alex Michelin and Andrew Dunn — with roots in luxury developer Finchatton — the platform has originated over £588m in property loans since launch.
Housemartin
Formerly Assetz Exchange. UK property equity crowdfunding platform focused on supported living and social housing. Fractional ownership in SPV-held properties with monthly rental income. Rebranded to Housemartin in 2024. Housemartin Property Limited is authorised and regulated by the FCA (FRN 668931).
Blend Network
UK peer-to-peer property lending platform specialising in short-term debt finance to residential property developers. The operating entity (Blend Loan Network Limited) is no longer registered as an FCA Appointed Representative.