Mint Launches First Time Developers Academy to Support the Next Generation of

Property Developers

This new educational initiative combines funding expertise, practical learning and ongoing support for aspiring developers.

Mint Property Finance has today announced the launch of Mint First Time Developers Academy, a new educational initiative designed to help aspiring property developers build the confidence, and knowledge needed before embarking on their first development project.

The Academy has been launched by Mint's Head of Credit, Sam Herd, as she seeks to encourage the specialist finance industry to invest in creating the next generation of SME property developers if the Government's ambition to deliver 1.5 million new homes is to become a reality.

While funding remains an important part of every development journey, Sam believes first-time developers need more than finance alone. Many have the ambition and capability to succeed but lack the practical understanding of what lenders expect, how development finance works and how to prepare a strong application.

Mint First Time Developers Academy has been created to bridge that gap.

Members will have access to practical educational content covering every stage of the development journey, helping them better understand the funding process before submitting their first application.

The programme will include:

• A dedicated members' area containing practical learning resources.
• A comprehensive training article published every month.
• A monthly Academy Update email summarising the latest learning.
• Weekly social media tips, guidance and insights.
• Quarterly Academy Live online sessions featuring real case studies and expert Q&A.

Twice-yearly Academy Connect networking events bringing together first-time developers and industry professionals.

The content will draw upon the experience of Mint's Development Finance team, Underwriters and Portfolio Managers, sharing the lessons learned from supporting development projects from application through to redemption. Commenting on the launch, Sam Herd, Head of Credit at Mint Property Finance, said:

"Every experienced developer once submitted their first development finance application. We believe specialist lenders have an opportunity not only to fund the next generation of developers, but to help create them. By combining education with practical insight and funding expertise, we're giving aspiring developers the confidence to take that first step."

Mint expects the Academy to evolve into an ongoing learning community, supporting first-time developers as they progress from their first project to becoming experienced SME developers. Aspiring developers interested in joining Mint First Time Developers Academy can register their interest by emailing academy@mintpf.co.uk.

About Mint Property Finance

Mint Property Finance is a leading financial services provider specialising in bridging, refurbishment and development loans with an emphasis on tailored lending solutions. With a strong commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, the company continues to revolutionise the short-term lending landscape.