£6.5M Refinance of Leicester Residential Investment Block

Empire Global Finance recently advised a London-based family office on the refinance of a substantial residential block in Leicester city centre. The property comprises 63 modern one-bedroom and two-bedroom flats, originally converted from a former office building.

The client wished to refinance away from their incumbent lender to secure improved terms with Hampshire Trust Bank. Acting as an experienced commercial mortgage broker and commercial loan broker, we structured the deal to reflect the property’s income profile, which included several vacant or unavailable units, while ensuring compliance with lender requirements.

Our role involved liaising closely with the lender, valuers, and legal teams to navigate the complexities of the transaction and ensure the £6.5 million facility was delivered within the required timeframe. This was the second successful family office transaction we have completed with Hampshire Trust Bank in 2025, following a £9 million facility earlier this year.

This case highlights Empire Global Finance’s expertise in arranging complex mortgage solutions for high-net-worth (HNW) and ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) family offices.
Our deep understanding of sophisticated financial structures allows us to support global private clients with bespoke lending across a range of asset classes.

In addition to complex mortgage finance, Empire also provides strategic advice and funding solutions for property development finance, securities-backed lending, and luxury asset finance – including real estate, yachts, jets, and art collections. These services are tailored specifically for wealthy families and international investors with diverse, high-value portfolios.