Business Finance Solutions for UK Companies
Summary: Fast Business Loans connects UK limited companies and SMEs with lenders and brokers to find tailored business finance solutions from £10,000 upwards. We’re an introducer — not a lender — and our free, no‑obligation enquiry helps you compare options quickly without affecting your credit score. Start with a Free Eligibility Check to get matched to the best lenders or brokers for your needs.
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.
Get Started — Free Eligibility Check
How Fast Business Loans Helps You Secure the Right Finance
Fast Business Loans acts as a fast, transparent introducer that connects UK companies with lenders and brokers who specialise in business finance solutions. We do not lend or give regulated financial advice — instead we use a short enquiry to understand your requirements and match you to providers who are best placed to help.
Key benefits of using our service:
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.
- Quick matching with appropriate lenders and brokers based on sector and funding need.
- No cost to you and no obligation to proceed once matched.
- Soft, non‑credit‑impact checks at enquiry stage — hard credit searches only occur if a lender requests them during a formal application.
- Sector-aware introductions so you avoid wasting time with unsuitable providers.
Compare Business Finance Options — Free Eligibility Check
Complete Our 1-Minute Enquiry Form Now – Get a No-Obligation Quote
What Is Business Finance and Why It Matters Now
Business finance covers the range of funding tools companies use to manage cash flow, invest in growth, replace or buy equipment, purchase property, refinance existing debt, or pursue sustainability projects. In today’s environment, access to the right funding can support resilience, enable expansion and improve working capital management.
Common funding triggers
- Short-term cash flow gaps (seasonal or delayed receivables).
- Investment in equipment, vehicles or technology.
- Business expansion or new premises.
- Refinance or restructure existing debts to reduce costs.
- Green upgrades and sustainability projects.
Want to learn more about commercial funding options and how they could suit your business? Read our detailed guidance on business finance solutions to help you choose the right approach: business finance.
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Your Funding Journey with Fast Business Loans
We keep the process simple and focused on results. Here’s how it usually works:
Step 1 — Complete a Quick Enquiry
Tell us a few details about your company, funding amount (we commonly handle facilities from £10,000 upwards), the purpose of the funding and a contact. The form takes around 2 minutes and uses soft checks only.
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Step 2 — Smart Matching
We match your enquiry to lenders and brokers on our panel who have relevant experience for your sector and funding type — increasing your chances of receiving suitable offers.
Step 3 — Speak Directly with Experts
Matched brokers or lenders will contact you to discuss options and, where appropriate, carry out more detailed underwriting or credit checks (with your consent).
Step 4 — Compare and Choose Confidently
Review the quotes you receive, compare key terms and make the decision that best suits your business. There’s no obligation to accept any offer.
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.
Business Finance Solutions Available via Our Panel
Through our network you can be introduced to providers offering a wide range of products. Below are common options and what they’re typically used for.
Working Capital Loans
Short-to-medium term finance to bridge cash flow gaps. Typical use: payroll, stock purchase, seasonal demand.
Asset & Equipment Finance
Finance to buy machinery, vehicles or specialist equipment — often secured against the asset.
Invoice Finance & Factoring
Unlock cash tied up in unpaid invoices — helpful for businesses with slow-paying customers.
Merchant Cash Advance
Repayment linked to card sales. Often quicker to access but can be more expensive; suited to businesses with high card turnover.
Commercial Mortgages / Property Finance
Longer-term finance for purchasing or refinancing commercial property and premises.
Refinance & Consolidation
Replace multiple debts with a single facility to improve cash flow or reduce monthly payments.
Sustainability & Green Loans
Funding for energy-efficiency works, renewables, EV chargers or other green projects — sometimes with preferential terms.
Note: Product availability, terms and rates depend on lender assessment. Matching does not guarantee approval. We recommend you review offers carefully and consider independent advice if needed.
Sector Expertise: Funding Support Across UK Industries
Lenders underwrite differently by industry. We match you with partners who understand sector specifics to improve the quality of responses you receive.
- Built Environment: Construction, contracting, building services.
- Hospitality & Leisure: Hotels, pubs, restaurants.
- Healthcare & Care: Clinics, care homes, medical equipment.
- Agriculture & Food Production: Machinery, seasonal working capital.
- Retail, E-commerce & Logistics: Stock and inventory finance.
- Manufacturing & Engineering: Asset and plant finance.
- Sustainability & Green Tech: Renewable projects and retrofit finance.
Eligibility Snapshot & Required Information
Each lender has different criteria, but most will look for:
- Time trading and company structure (limited companies and SMEs).
- Annual turnover bands and recent trading performance.
- Purpose and size of the funding required (we commonly organise facilities from £10,000 upwards).
- Basic credit and director information — soft checks only at enquiry stage.
Typical information to have ready when you enquire:
- Company name and registration number
- Approximate turnover and profit picture
- Amount required and purpose of funds
- Contact details for the director or authorised representative
Important: We do not perform hard credit searches at the enquiry stage. Lenders may perform hard checks if you progress to a formal application.
Costs, Timelines and What to Expect
Our introducer service is free to businesses. If you proceed with finance, lenders or brokers will set costs and may pay us a commission for the referral.
Typical response and funding timelines (approximate):
- Initial lender/broker contact: within hours to one business day.
- Working capital or merchant facilities: funds sometimes within 24–72 hours after formal approval.
- Asset finance or property finance: may take several days to several weeks depending on valuation, legal work and underwriting.
Final terms, rates and availability will depend on lender assessment and business circumstances.
Why Businesses Choose Fast Business Loans
- Fast matching to relevant lenders and brokers
- Sector-aware introductions that save time
- Free, no‑obligation enquiries that don’t affect your credit score
- Secure handling of your information and selective sharing with relevant partners
Customer Success Snapshots
Construction firm — equipment upgrade
Requirement: £120,000 for new plant. Outcome: Matched to an asset finance specialist who provided a competitive hire‑purchase solution; formal offer in 7 days. (Illustrative; outcomes vary.)
Retailer — seasonal stock finance
Requirement: £45,000 to purchase seasonal inventory. Outcome: Invoice finance and short-term loan proposals received within 48 hours; client selected the best combination to smooth cash flow.
Results vary; examples are anonymised and illustrative.
Business Finance FAQs
Is Fast Business Loans a lender or broker?
We are an introducer. We connect businesses to lenders and brokers — we do not lend money or provide regulated financial advice.
Will submitting an enquiry affect my credit score?
No. Submitting our enquiry uses only soft assessments. Lenders or brokers may perform hard credit checks later with your consent.
What loan amounts can I be matched with?
We commonly organise facilities from £10,000 upwards. Availability depends on the lender and product.
How quickly will lenders respond?
Most applicants receive initial responses within hours to one business day; full offers depend on the product complexity and documentation.
Do you charge businesses to use your service?
No. Using Fast Business Loans is free for business owners and directors. If you accept finance, our introducer fee is typically paid by the lender or broker.
Will you match me with lenders who specialise in my industry?
Yes — we prioritise partners with relevant sector experience to improve the quality of responses you receive.
Speak with the Fast Business Loans Team
If you have questions before enquiring, email us at hello@fastbusinessloans.net. We aim to respond promptly and will help explain the enquiry process and what information you’ll need.
Important Disclosures
Fast Business Loans is an introducer, not a lender. We do not provide regulated financial advice. Any finance agreements are between you and the selected lender or broker. Eligibility and terms are subject to lender assessment and may vary. Submitting an enquiry does not perform a hard credit search; lenders may carry out credit checks if you proceed to a formal application.
1) What is Fast Business Loans — are you a lender or broker? — We’re an introducer that connects UK limited companies and SMEs with vetted lenders and brokers; we don’t lend or provide regulated financial advice.
2) Will submitting an enquiry affect my credit score? — No, our Free Eligibility Check uses soft assessments only and any hard search would be done later by a lender with your consent.
3) Is the enquiry form an application or any commitment to take finance? — It’s a quick, no‑obligation enquiry used to match you with suitable lenders/brokers, not a formal application.
4) What loan amounts can I get matched with? — We commonly match businesses to facilities from £10,000 upwards, subject to lender assessment and product type.
5) How fast could I receive funding? — You’ll typically hear back within hours to one business day, with some working‑capital or merchant facilities funding in 24–72 hours after approval.
6) What types of business finance can I compare through your panel? — Options include working capital loans, asset and equipment finance, invoice finance and factoring, merchant cash advances, commercial mortgages, refinancing/consolidation, and sustainability/green loans.
7) Do you charge any fees to use the service? — No, it’s free for businesses, and if you proceed the lender or broker may pay us a commission.
8) What information do I need to provide to check eligibility? — Basic company details, time trading, approximate turnover, funding amount and purpose, and director/authorised contact information.
9) Can you match me with lenders who understand my sector? — Yes, we prioritise sector‑aware partners across construction, hospitality, healthcare, agriculture, retail/e‑commerce, manufacturing/engineering and green tech.
10) Do you guarantee approval, and what affects eligibility? — Matching doesn’t guarantee approval; lenders assess factors such as trading history, turnover, credit profile, security and the purpose of funds.