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Platinum Global Bridging Finance

Gerard Ward is a seasoned financial expert and the founder of Platinum Global Bridging Finance, a leading property bridging finance broker established in 2017. With over 20 years of experience in expat mortgage financing and US property bridging loan financing, Gerard has built a reputation for delivering tailored asset-backed lending solutions to clients across the US and Western Europe.

Starting his career as an accountant, Gerard transitioned into mortgage broking, where he developed a deep understanding of global financial markets and complex lending structures. His expertise spans residential and commercial bridging loans, stock loans, expat mortgages, private equity financing, commercial mortgages, and property development finance.

Under his leadership, Platinum Global Bridging Finance was named Bridging Finance Broker of the Year in 2020 and has been featured in IBS Intelligence as one of the top 5 lending platforms offering securities-backed loans in the US.

Beyond finance, Gerard has a diverse background that includes a successful six-year career in Thai boxing, where he was ranked number 6 in Europe. He also has a passion for reading, weight training, running, and trading financial markets using futures and options.

With a client-first approach and a commitment to innovative financial solutions, Gerard continues to help individuals and businesses secure fast, flexible, and bespoke funding to bridge financial gaps and seize investment opportunities.