Start or grow your own business…
…with the help of a government-backed Start Up Loan and free business support. A great alternative for individuals looking for business loans to fund their start up.
Over 50,000 business ideas supported with more than £350 million worth of loans
We offer low-interest personal loans to help fund your business ideas…
Borrow up to £25,000
Fixed interest rate of 6% p.a.
1 – 5 year loan repayment term
No set up or early repayment fees
…and free business support to give you the confidence to succeed.
Pre-loan support with business plans and cash flow forecasts
12 months of free mentoring for loan recipients
A range of useful templates and start up guides
Exclusive business offers
What you need to know
Start Up Loans is a government-backed scheme helping individuals start or grow a business in the UK. Alongside the low-interest loan, successful applicants can access free mentoring from experienced advisers.
How to apply
As part of the application process we aim to understand you and your business, so that we can help get you into the best possible position to succeed. Click the button below to find out more about how the process works.
Loan Calculator
Our loan repayment calculator is designed to help you work out what your total and monthly repayments for your Start Up Loan will be. Specify your loan amount and repayment period to see much you’ll need to repay.
Are you ready to kickstart your business journey?
Our Essential Guide to Starting a Business
Inside you’ll find tips and advice on:
- Conducting market research on customers and competitors
- Choosing a company structure
- Figuring out your insurance and tax requirements
- Developing your business strategy and sales forecast
- Writing your business plan
- Analysing the strengths and weaknesses of your business
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Our success stories
Thousands of UK businesses have been backed with the help of a Start Up Loan. Read below to find out about some of our success stories and how the support we offer, combined with small business funding, helped them turn their dreams into reality.
Download - With years of experience in the menswear fashion industry Amy decided that it was time to fulfil her ambition and ... Read MORE Download - Father of two David O’Neal opened his children's hair salon Shortcuts with the help of a Start Up Loan. David set out ... Read MORE Download - Lucy & Meriel both received a Start Up Loan of £7,000 for their frozen yoghurt ice lolly business Claudi & ... Read MOREWhether you’re thinking of applying for a Start Up Loan in the future, or have already received one, sign-up to receive our monthly e-newsletter, filled with expert advice, latest success stories and special offers for your business.
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