Liverpool, renowned for its rich maritime history and cultural heritage, is undergoing a dynamic transformation within the North West of England. This shift is revitalising Liverpool's economy, opening a wide array of business opportunities. The city is increasingly becoming a fertile ground for innovation and entrepreneurship.
It's no secret that small businesses and start-ups across Liverpool find it difficult to access the funding they need to start or grow. Many are unable to meet the strict borrowing requirements of traditional lenders or overcome regional disparities, sector bias, systemic inequalities.
That's where BEF comes in. We help the region's business start, grow, and flourish with flexible finance. Whatever your needs, we can provide personalised financial solutions up to £250,000 that meet your specific business needs.
We provide flexible finance to support different business needs and stages:
So, no matter your sector, the size of your business or how long you’ve been trading, we have a loan that can be tailored to fit your needs.
We have built our loans to fit your business needs, and to tackle the unique problems you might face in the area. See how our different approach can your business take off:
To apply for a Business loan, simply complete our online enquiry form. It takes a minute to complete.
After you've finished, a member of our investment team will get back to you within two working days. They'll guide you on what to do next, including how to fill out a full application.
Of course, you might have some questions. Here are some of the most common ones we get about our loans for Yorkshire. If you have more questions, feel free to get in touch with us.
You can use our business loans to support a wide range of business activities:
To be eligible for a loan from us, you must:
We provide Start Up Loans for businesses located in Liverpool and Merseyside. These loans, supported by the government, offer the chance to borrow up to £25,000 at a reduced interest rate. Additionally, they include several other advantages designed specifically for your needs. Find out more >
Usually, our team of Investment Managers will help you finish everything up within three weeks after you apply.
We use Open Banking to help us make a decision to lend. To fast track a decision, you must grant access to your financial data using our Open Banking portal: https://connect.consents.online/BEFcommercial.