Business Loans for UK Companies: Compare Your Best Options Fast
Summary: Fast Business Loans helps UK limited companies and growing SMEs find suitable business finance from a curated panel of lenders and brokers. We do not lend or give regulated financial advice — we act as an introducer. Complete a short, soft-enquiry for a Free Eligibility Check and we’ll match you to lenders/brokers who may be able to provide loans from around £10,000 upwards. This is an information-only enquiry (not an application) and won’t impact your credit score.
Our Business Finance Matching Process
Step 1
Complete Your Details
It takes just 1 minute on average to complete your business and contact details.
Step 2
We Match Your Business
With the best business finance broker or lender most suitable for your needs.
Step 3
You Get Free Quote + Advice
You receive a free quote along with complimentary expert financial advice.
It’s fast and free to get a quote from one of the UK’s leading finance brokers / lenders who will contact you directly with your quote/s.
How Our Business Loan Matching Service Works
Here’s how we make finding business finance quick and simple:
- Complete a short enquiry form — tell us a few details about your company, the amount you need and the purpose. It takes under two minutes and is a soft enquiry only.
- Smart matching — we compare your needs against our panel of specialist brokers and lenders to identify the best potential matches for your sector and requirements.
- Introductions — selected providers contact you by phone or email to discuss options and may request further documents if you choose to proceed.
- Compare and decide — you receive quotes and terms from lenders/brokers and choose the option that best fits your business. There’s no obligation to accept any offer.
Your enquiry is used only to find suitable lenders/brokers and is not an application. We only share details with partners who have a legitimate reason to review your request and who can realistically support the funding you seek.
Free Eligibility Check — takes less than 2 minutes. Soft enquiry, no impact on your credit score.
Our Business Finance Matching Process
Step 1
Complete Your Details
It takes just 1 minute on average to complete your business and contact details.
Step 2
We Match Your Business
With the best business finance broker or lender most suitable for your needs.
Step 3
You Get Free Quote + Advice
You receive a free quote along with complimentary expert financial advice.
It’s fast and free to get a quote from one of the UK’s leading finance brokers / lenders who will contact you directly with your quote/s.
Why UK Businesses Choose Fast Business Loans
Business owners pick Fast Business Loans because we cut through the noise and connect you to finance professionals who understand your industry. Key benefits:
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Save time & increase approval chances
Rather than applying to dozens of lenders, we match you only with providers who commonly support businesses like yours — increasing the chance of a viable quote.
Free, clear and straightforward
There’s no charge to you for our introduction service. We explain the process clearly, and there’s no obligation to accept any lender’s offer.
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Fast response and real people
Our partners typically respond quickly during business hours. You’ll speak with experienced brokers or lender contact teams who guide the next steps.
Get Quote Now — start your free eligibility check and get matched to relevant lenders and brokers.
Types of Business Finance We Can Help You Access
Through our network you can explore a wide range of products. Below are common options and when they’re typically used.
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- Business Loans — unsecured or secured term loans for expansion, stock or working capital. Typical amounts start at around £10,000 and can go much higher depending on the lender.
- Revolving Credit / Overdrafts — flexible access to funds for ongoing working capital needs.
- Invoice Finance — release cash tied up in unpaid invoices to improve liquidity.
- Asset & Equipment Finance — fund vehicles, machinery, IT or specialised equipment without large upfront capital outlay.
- Merchant Cash Advance — advance against future card takings for businesses with variable daily revenues.
- Commercial Mortgages & Bridging — purchase or refinance of commercial property and short-term bridging for property transactions.
- Refinance & Debt Consolidation — restructure existing borrowing to improve monthly cashflow or reduce costs.
- Fit-out & Expansion Finance — funding for shop, restaurant or office refurbishments and premises upgrade.
- Sustainability & Green Loans — finance for energy-efficiency projects such as solar, EV chargers or low-carbon upgrades.
Some products are secured and others unsecured. Terms and amounts vary by provider and are subject to the lender’s underwriting and affordability checks. If you need an accessible starting point, Start Your Enquiry for a Free Eligibility Check.
Who We Support: Sectors & Business Profiles
We connect limited companies and established SMEs across the UK with lenders and brokers who specialise in business finance. Typical industries we help include:
- Construction, trades and building services
- Hospitality, restaurants, pubs and leisure
- Retail & e-commerce
- Manufacturing and engineering
- Agriculture and food production
- Healthcare clinics and care providers
- Logistics, transport and fleet
- Sustainability and renewable energy projects
Business stages we commonly support: scale-ups, franchisees, family businesses, companies refinancing or restructuring debt, seasonal cashflow needs and asset purchases. While lenders have differing criteria, our panel includes partners experienced in assisting businesses with previous declines or imperfect credit histories.
What to Expect When You Enquire
The enquiry asks for basic business details so we can match you accurately: company name, years trading, approximate turnover band, requested amount, purpose of funds and primary contact details. This is a soft, information-only check — not a formal application.
Our Business Finance Matching Process
Step 1
Complete Your Details
It takes just 1 minute on average to complete your business and contact details.
Step 2
We Match Your Business
With the best business finance broker or lender most suitable for your needs.
Step 3
You Get Free Quote + Advice
You receive a free quote along with complimentary expert financial advice.
It’s fast and free to get a quote from one of the UK’s leading finance brokers / lenders who will contact you directly with your quote/s.
Complete Our 1-Minute Enquiry Form Now – Get a No-Obligation Quote
Our Business Finance Matching Process
Step 1
Complete Your Details
It takes just 1 minute on average to complete your business and contact details.
Step 2
We Match Your Business
With the best business finance broker or lender most suitable for your needs.
Step 3
You Get Free Quote + Advice
You receive a free quote along with complimentary expert financial advice.
It’s fast and free to get a quote from one of the UK’s leading finance brokers / lenders who will contact you directly with your quote/s.
Typical timetable:
- Submit enquiry: under 2 minutes.
- Initial contact: usually within a few hours during business times; sometimes within minutes depending on demand.
- Quotes & documentation: brokers/lenders will outline indicative terms and any documents required to progress to a formal application.
There are no hidden fees for being matched. If you proceed with a lender or broker they will explain any fees or commissions involved before you sign anything.
Free Eligibility Check — complete the form now and we’ll match you to the most relevant providers.
Responsible, Transparent Business Finance
We follow clear principles so you can make an informed decision:
- Clear and balanced information: we communicate that we are an introducer and that lenders set rates and terms.
- Data privacy: we share your details only with selected partners who can help and handle data securely.
- No obligation: being matched doesn’t commit you to proceed with a lender or broker.
No financial advice
Fast Business Loans does not provide regulated financial advice. We introduce you to lenders and brokers who can provide product information and, where appropriate, advice. You should consider seeking independent advice if you are unsure which option is right for your company.
How we’re paid
Our service is free for businesses. Introduced brokers/lenders may pay a fee or commission to Fast Business Loans for successful introductions; this does not increase the cost you pay to the lender but is a common market practice.
Business Loan FAQs
Is Fast Business Loans a lender?
No. We are an introducer that connects businesses with lenders and brokers. We do not provide loans or regulated financial advice.
Will my enquiry affect our company credit score?
No. Completing our short eligibility form is a soft enquiry and does not leave a footprint on your company credit file. Lenders may perform formal credit checks only if you choose to proceed with an application.
What loan amounts and terms are available?
Our panel typically considers funding from around £10,000 upwards. Terms depend on product type — short-term bridge finance can be weeks to months, while term loans and asset finance commonly run over several years. Exact terms are determined by lenders’ criteria.
Can I get funding if I have been declined before?
Possibly. Different lenders have different appetite and criteria. By matching you to the right specialists — including brokers who work with more complex credit profiles — you may find a suitable route even after previous declines.
How quickly could funds be released?
Timescales vary: some lenders can release funds within days once underwriting is complete; others, especially for secured or property finance, can take several weeks. Your chosen provider will give clearer timescales once they assess your case.
Want a quick idea of eligibility? Get Started Free Eligibility Check.
Next Steps: Secure Your Business Loan Quote
Ready to explore your options? Gather basic figures (approximate turnover, years trading, estimated annual costs and the amount you need). Then complete our short enquiry — it’s free, confidential and not an application.
Start Your Free Eligibility Check — match with trusted lenders and brokers and receive tailored quotes by phone or email.
For more background on typical loan types and what to expect when comparing offers, see our detailed guide on business loans business loans.
– Is Fast Business Loans a lender? — No, we’re an introducer that matches UK limited companies and SMEs with trusted lenders and finance brokers.
– Is the enquiry an application and will it affect my credit score? — No, it’s an information-only soft enquiry with no impact on your credit score, and lenders may run checks only if you choose to apply.
– What loan amounts and terms can your partners offer? — Funding typically starts from around £10,000 with terms that vary by product and lender, from short-term bridging to multi‑year loans.
– How quickly could my business receive funds? — Some lenders can release funds in days after underwriting, while secured or property finance can take several weeks.
– What types of business finance can you match me with? — We can connect you to business loans (secured/unsecured), revolving credit/overdrafts, invoice finance, asset and equipment finance, merchant cash advances, commercial mortgages/bridging, refinancing, fit‑out funding, and green/sustainability loans.
– Do you support start‑ups and small businesses as well as established companies? — Yes, we work with partners who help start‑ups, growing SMEs and established limited companies across the UK.
– Can I get a business loan with bad credit or after being declined elsewhere? — Possibly, as different lenders have different criteria and our matching can route you to specialists open to complex or imperfect credit profiles.
– Which sectors do you support? — We regularly help businesses in construction, hospitality, retail/e‑commerce, manufacturing, agriculture, healthcare, logistics, and renewable/sustainability, among others.
– What information or documents do I need to start? — To begin, just provide basic business details (company name, years trading, turnover band, amount and purpose), with documents requested later only if you proceed.
– What does your service cost and how are you paid? — Our matching service is free with no obligation, and we may receive a fee or commission from partners without increasing the cost you pay.