Quick summary — what you’ll learn

In short: UK Business Loans helps limited companies (loans from £10K upwards) find specialist commercial finance quickly by matching your needs to the most suitable brokers and lenders. You complete a short enquiry (2 minutes), we match and introduce, and lenders/brokers contact you with quotes — all without an initial credit search and with no obligation to proceed.

• How our short enquiry speeds the process
• How intelligent matching finds sector specialists
• Types of commercial finance we handle
• What happens after you submit your details

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Why specialist commercial finance matters

Commercial finance covers a wide range of needs — development and bridging, construction contract finance, asset and equipment funding, sustainability projects and commercial mortgages. Each type has its own underwriting rules, security needs and documentation. A generic lender can take weeks to assess or may decline simply because the case requires sector knowledge.

That’s where specialist brokers and lenders win: they understand industry cashflow cycles, retention mechanics, staged development drawdowns and sustainability incentives. UK Business Loans saves you time by directing your enquiry to partners who already work in your sector and the type of finance you need.

Step-by-step: How UK Business Loans connects your business

Here’s exactly how we take your enquiry from a couple of details to relevant quotes from lenders or brokers best placed to help.

Step 1 — Fast, focused enquiry form

You complete a short online form that asks for essential information: company name, limited company status, approximate funding required (£10,000+), purpose (development, plant, sustainability, invoice/retention finance etc.), annual turnover, time trading, and a contact number/email. The form is designed to be quick — typically under 2 minutes — and collects the minimum data needed to match you.

We do not perform a credit search at the enquiry stage. The enquiry is only an information request to match you with potential partners; it is not a formal loan application.

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Step 2 — Intelligent matching to vetted brokers & lenders

We use simple but effective matching rules:

• Sector specialism (construction, property development, renewables, hospitality, manufacturing)
• Loan type and size (bridge vs development vs asset finance)
• Security preferences (charged against property, business assets, unsecured where available)
• Company profile (turnover, time trading, previous refusals)

Matches go to partners with experience in similar cases. Our partners include specialist brokers who can package complex development and construction deals, and lenders offering product types like invoice finance, retentions finance and development finance.

Example: a developer looking for short-term bridging for a plot will be introduced to development finance brokers and specialist bridging lenders — not general unsecured business loan providers.

Step 3 — Secure, compliant data-sharing

Your enquiry is shared only with selected partners who have been approved by our team. We transmit data securely and store information in line with data protection standards. By submitting the enquiry you consent to us sharing your details with lenders/brokers who may contact you to progress the request.

Remember: submitting an enquiry is not a contract or application — it’s permission to be introduced to suitable providers.

Step 4 — Receive quotes, compare, choose

Matched partners will typically make first contact by phone or email to confirm details and may give an indicative quote. Indicative offers are quick — formal underwriting and paperwork depend on the lender and product. We encourage you to compare fees, term, security and repayment profiles before choosing.

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Commercial finance types we match

We commonly connect businesses to lenders and brokers offering:

• Development & bridging finance — short-term funding for property projects and plot purchases.
• Construction business loans / contract finance — funding for materials, payroll, retentions and staged payments.
• Sustainability & green project finance — finance for solar PV, EV charging, heat pumps and energy-efficiency upgrades.
• Asset & equipment finance — plant, machinery and vehicle funding (hire purchase, leasing, refinance).
• Invoice finance & retentions finance — unlock cash tied up in invoices or contract retentions to improve cashflow.
• Commercial mortgages & refinance — purchase, refinance or release equity on commercial property.

For a deeper overview of commercial finance options, see our guide to commercial finance.

Why our broker & lender network is reputable

We build relationships with partners based on experience, track record and service standards. Our selection process looks at:

• Sector experience and case studies
• Responsiveness and communication standards
• Transparent fee and product information provided to customers
• Client feedback and outcomes

We aim to introduce you to partners who will explain costs clearly and run ethical, transparent processes. While we do not endorse any single provider, our role is to reduce time wasted on unsuitable options and improve your chance of a constructive conversation with a specialist.

What to expect after you submit an enquiry

Typical timeline:

1. Immediate acknowledgement by email.
2. Partner contact — often within a few hours during business days.
3. Indicative quotes or next-step requests (documents, valuation, project plan).
4. Formal underwriting and offers if you choose to proceed — this may include credit or ID checks at the lender’s stage.

There is no obligation to proceed with any quote you receive. You remain in control at every stage.

Compliance & transparency

Disclosure (important): UK Business Loans is an introducer. We do not lend money or provide regulated financial advice. We match businesses to brokers and lenders who will provide financial promotions or offers directly to you. All promotions and offers from lenders/brokers should be clear, fair and not misleading.

Privacy/consent: By submitting an enquiry you consent to UK Business Loans sharing your details with approved finance partners. See our Privacy Policy for full details.

We follow plain English, clear communication and will not mislead on likely outcomes. Enquiry is free and non-binding.

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FAQs

Are you a lender?

No — UK Business Loans introduces companies to lenders and brokers; we do not lend or give regulated advice.

Will enquiring affect our credit score?

No. The initial enquiry does not trigger a credit search. Lenders may carry out checks later if you apply.

How fast will we hear from a lender?

Many receive contact within hours; actual times depend on partner availability and case complexity.

Is the service free?

Yes — submitting an enquiry is free and non‑obligatory for businesses.

Do you cover sustainability projects?

Yes — we match businesses to finance for solar, EV chargers, heat pumps and other green projects.

What if we’ve been refused elsewhere?

We will try to match you with partners experienced in higher-risk or specialist cases where appropriate.

Final summary & next steps

UK Business Loans streamlines the path to commercial finance by quickly matching limited companies to brokers and lenders that understand their sector and funding needs. If you need funding of £10,000 or more for property, development, construction, sustainability or equipment, start with a short, free enquiry — there’s no obligation and no initial credit search.

Get Quote Now — Free Eligibility Check — takes about 2 minutes. We’ll match your company to the best lenders and brokers and they’ll contact you with options.