District & County Investments joins the BDLA

By Bridging Loan Directory 28th February 2025

District & County Investments has become the latest lender to join the Bridging & Development Lenders Association (BDLA).

District & County Investments is a Merseyside based bridging lender with a long history of providing clients with the vital funding required to help them with all aspects of property development and purchase.

Loans are available for a range of purposes, including auction purchase, land purchase, new build developments, light/heavy refurbishments, mixed use, buy to let acquisitions and small portfolios.

The BDLA remains the only trade association dedicated to representing the interests of bridging and development lenders, along with their customers.

It currently has 47 lender members, with combined loan books exceeding £10.3 billion, as well as 44 associate members.

Vic Jannels, CEO of the BDLA, commented:

“I’m delighted to welcome District & County Investments as the latest lender member of the BDLA.

Our association continues to grow, reflecting both the strength of the bridging and development finance market and the increasing recognition of the BDLA’s role in representing and supporting lenders.

With combined bridging loan books now exceeding £10 billion for the first time, it’s clear that demand for short-term property finance remains strong.

In becoming a member of the BDLA, District & County Investments is demonstrating its commitment to the ongoing growth and stability of the market.”

Andrew Riley, Finance Director at District & County Investments, said:

“At District & County Investments, we pride ourselves on being approachable and transparent in the way we work, taking time to understand every client’s unique needs and provide them with fast responses, clear guidance, and the funding they need to achieve their property ambitions.

Joining the BDLA is an important milestone for us, as it reinforces our commitment to best practices and strengthens our position within the specialist lending market.

We are excited to collaborate with fellow members and contribute to the ongoing growth of the sector.”