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Loans to launch a startup, fund growth, improve cash flow or refinance short-term debt.

How long has your business been trading? 
Roughly how much funding do you need? 
What are you mainly looking to use the funding for? 
How many founders or directors will be applying for funding? 

Each founder or director can apply for up to £25k under the Start Up Loan scheme, with a maximum of £100k per business.

Business loans available through BEF

Start Up Loan

From £500 to £25,000 per founder, director or owner. Up to four founders can apply, with up to £100,000 available per business.

Momentum Loan

Loans up to £250,000 for established businesses looking to strengthen cash flow, invest in growth or refinance existing borrowing.

NPIF II Smaller Loan

Loans from £25,000 to £100,000 for eligible businesses in Yorkshire and the Humber.

Business funding questions

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