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.
Printing Business Loans: Finance Solutions for UK Print & Packaging Firms
In short: If your UK printing business needs funding from £10,000 upwards—whether for presses, finishing equipment, working capital, or premises upgrades—Fast Business Loans can quickly match you with lenders and brokers who specialise in the sector. Our service is free, no obligation and your initial enquiry is a soft eligibility check that will not affect your credit score. Fast Business Loans is an introducer service, not a lender, and we do not provide financial advice.
Why Printing Companies Choose Fast Business Loans
Printing and packaging businesses face unique financing challenges: high capital expenditure for presses and finishing equipment, the rapid pace of technology change, seasonal order cycles, and tight margins on large contracts. Lenders that understand these specifics can offer better terms, structures and speed.
Fast Business Loans connects you with a broad panel of lenders and brokers who have experience funding the printing lifecycle—from small digital upgrades to multi-million pound press rooms. Use our Free Eligibility Check to get matched quickly and compare options from specialists who understand print.
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.
Free Eligibility Check — takes under two minutes.
Complete Our 1-Minute Enquiry Form Now – Get a No-Obligation Quote
Funding Needs Across the Printing Workflow
What this means for your print shop: funding needs change as you move from quoting to delivery. Below are common uses of finance at each stage.
Pre-press investments
- Design software and RIP servers
- Platemaking and pre-press automation
- Pre-production working capital for large orders
Press room upgrades
- New digital, offset or flexo presses (including UV/LED and inkjet systems)
- Refurbished or second-hand presses — finance options often still available
- Installation, commissioning and service contracts
Finishing & packaging enhancements
- Cutters, folders, binders, laminators and die-cutters
- Packaging converters’ specialist plant
- Sustainability upgrades (recyclable substrates, energy-saving ancillaries)
Distribution & digital services
- Vehicles for local delivery
- eCommerce, web-to-print portals and digital marketing tools
- Working capital to smooth seasonality or long net-term contracts
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Finance Options We Can Introduce
We can match your printing business with partners offering a range of products. Below are the most common solutions and when they typically fit.
Asset & Equipment Finance
Hire purchase, finance leases and equipment loans let you acquire presses and finishing kit while preserving cash. Asset finance can cover new and, in many cases, refurbished equipment subject to age and condition.
Working Capital & Cashflow Facilities
Short-term loans and overdrafts bridge gaps between supplier invoices and client payment terms—essential for large print runs or seasonal spikes.
Complete Our 1-Minute Enquiry Form Now – Get a No-Obligation Quote
Invoice Finance for Print Contracts
Invoice discounting or factoring unlocks cash tied up in unpaid invoices, especially helpful for printers working on long net terms with large corporate clients.
Commercial Mortgages & Fit-out Funding
Buy or refurbish premises, expand floor space for additional press lines or upgrade power and ventilation to meet equipment needs.
Refinance & Debt Consolidation
Refinancing can lower monthly costs, consolidate multiple facilities, or release equity to invest in technology and sustainability initiatives.
For a deeper industry overview, see our specialist guide to printing business loans.
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.
Ready to compare options? Start Your Enquiry.
Eligibility Snapshot: What Lenders Typically Consider
Each lender has different criteria, but common factors include:
- Minimum finance size: generally £10,000 and above for equipment and loans
- Time trading: many lenders prefer at least 12 months of trading, though specialist brokers can consider newer companies with strong plans
- Turnover and profitability: demonstrated ability to service debt
- Credit profile: personal and business credit histories influence rates and terms
- Asset value and condition: for secured asset finance or second-hand machines
If you’ve had a previous refusal, don’t assume there’s no route—our partners include lenders and brokers who handle more complex credit profiles and sector-specific cases.
How Our Four-step Process Works for Printers
- Quick Enquiry: Tell us about your business, funding need and contact details via a short form. Free Eligibility Check.
- Match: We select suitable lenders/brokers with printing experience from our panel and introduce your enquiry.
- Review: Partners contact you with indicative options — structure, term, security and next steps.
- Decide: Compare offers and proceed directly with the provider you choose. No obligation to accept.
Submitting an enquiry is a soft check and will not affect your credit score.
Benefits of Partnering With Fast Business Loans
- Sector expertise: We match you with partners who understand printing-specific equipment and contract cycles.
- Time-saving: Skip the search—one short form connects you to multiple potential solutions.
- Multiple quotes: Compare different funding structures to find the best fit.
- No obligation & free: It costs nothing to get matched and compare options.
- Confidential: Your details are only shared with relevant partners who can help.
Get Matched to Lenders — takes under two minutes.
Printing Finance Scenarios
Digital print shop upgrading to UV inkjet press
A Midlands-based digital printer needed a UV inkjet press to expand signage and POS work. Asset finance covered 75% of the cost with a three-year term; the rest paid from retained earnings. The new press increased capacity and reduced outsourcing costs.
Large-format printer smoothing seasonality
A large-format signage business faced seasonal peaks and long client payment terms. Invoice discounting freed up working capital so the company could buy materials and hire temporary staff without late supplier payments.
Packaging converter investing in sustainable materials
A packaging specialist invested in eco-friendly substrates and upgraded laminators to meet retailer specs. A blended solution of asset finance and a short-term loan funded the project while preserving cash for raw materials.
Curious what you might qualify for? Get Your Printing Finance Quote.
Understanding Costs, Terms & Responsible Borrowing
Costs depend on product, term, security and your credit profile. Lenders provide personalised quotes; there is no single guaranteed rate. Typical considerations:
- Interest vs fixed fees — some asset deals include maintenance in monthly payments
- Loan term — longer terms reduce monthly payments but may cost more overall
- Security — secured loans usually deliver better rates
- Early repayment charges — check before you sign
We do not provide financial advice. Always check affordability and read lender terms carefully before committing.
Checklist: Documents to Prepare
Having these ready speeds the process:
- Recent business bank statements (3–6 months)
- Management accounts and P&L (latest year and YTD)
- Asset list or equipment quotes/specifications
- Copies of major client contracts or purchase orders (if relevant)
- Company registration and director ID (passport/driving licence)
When you’re ready, complete a short form: Start Your Enquiry.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum loan amount you can introduce?
We typically introduce enquiries from £10,000 upwards. Different partners handle different ranges and we’ll match you accordingly.
Can you help finance second-hand presses?
Yes — many lenders fund used or refurbished equipment, subject to age, maintenance history and residual value assessments.
Will submitting an enquiry affect our credit score?
No. Your initial enquiry is a soft eligibility check and does not affect credit records. Lenders may perform formal credit checks only when you choose to proceed.
How quickly will we hear from lenders?
Most partners aim to respond within hours during business hours. Complex asset or property deals take longer.
Do you provide loans directly?
No. Fast Business Loans is a broker-matching service that connects you with lenders and brokers. We do not lend money and we do not give financial advice.
Is the service free?
Yes — our matching service is free for business owners. Any fees or charges are agreed directly with your chosen lender or broker.
Transparency & Regulatory Notes
Fast Business Loans is an introducer service that connects UK businesses with lenders and brokers. We are not a lender and we do not provide financial advice. All finance is subject to status, affordability and lender terms. Submitting an enquiry will not affect your credit score.
Ready to Explore Your Printing Finance Options?
Complete our short online enquiry and we’ll match your printing business with lenders and brokers who can help. It’s free, confidential and there’s no obligation to proceed.
1) What finance options are available for UK printing and packaging firms?
You can be introduced to asset and equipment finance (hire purchase, finance lease, equipment loans), working capital loans, invoice finance, commercial mortgages/fit-out funding, and refinance solutions.
2) What’s the minimum funding amount for printing business loans?
We typically introduce enquiries from £10,000 upwards for UK print and packaging businesses.
3) Will completing the online eligibility check affect my credit score?
No—it’s a soft enquiry that won’t affect your credit score; formal checks only occur if you proceed with a lender.
4) How quickly could my printing business get funding?
You’ll usually hear from a partner within hours, and straightforward facilities can complete in a few days once documents are supplied.
5) Can you finance second-hand or refurbished presses and finishing equipment?
Yes, many lenders fund used or refurbished kit subject to age, condition, maintenance history and residual value.
6) Can invoice finance help with long client payment terms or seasonal cash flow?
Yes—invoice discounting or factoring can unlock cash tied up in unpaid invoices so you can cover materials, wages and peak demand.
7) Who is eligible, including start-ups or firms previously declined elsewhere?
Eligibility varies by lender, but partners look at trading history, affordability and credit profile, and some can consider newer or complex cases with strong plans or security.
8) What documents should I prepare to speed up a print finance deal?
Have recent bank statements, management accounts/P&L, equipment quotes or asset lists, key contracts/POs (if relevant), and company/director ID ready.
9) How are rates, fees and terms decided for printing equipment or working capital finance?
Pricing depends on product type, term, security, asset condition and your credit profile, with exact costs confirmed in a personalised lender quote—always check fees and early repayment terms.
10) Are you a lender, is your service free, and is the form an application?
Fast Business Loans is an introducer, not a lender; our matching service is free, and the form is a no‑obligation enquiry used to connect you with suitable UK brokers and lenders.