The OakNorth blog

The housing market is ever-evolving, responding to demographic shifts, economic trends, and societal needs. In recent years, we’ve seen a surge in alternative residential options, catering to specific segments of the population and addressing the shortcomings of traditional housing. From Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) to retirement living, co-living, and shared ownership, these sub-sectors are reshaping […]

With so many types of scams out there, it’s important for business leaders and owners to understand the difference and know how to protect their employees and businesses from falling victim to them.  Phishing, vishing and smishing are all types of APP fraud, the most common type of financial scam in the UK. Simply put, […]

BEN BARBANEL, HEAD OF DEBT FINANCE   In a financial landscape dominated by one-size-fits-all banking solutions, mid-sized businesses often find themselves overlooked and underserved. Traditional banks offer off-the-shelf products that lack customisation and fail to address the unique pain points of mid-sized businesses striving for growth. Meanwhile, most digital-first banks cater to smaller, less complex […]