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
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.
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