Glossary

Rollover loan

A rollover loan is renewed at maturity instead of repaid — useful for recurring working-capital needs, but a trap if it hides a debt you can never actually clear.

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Definition

A rollover loan is refinanced into a fresh term when it matures, rather than being cleared. Revolving working-capital facilities effectively roll over each period.

In plain terms

Rolling a genuine short-term swing is fine. Rolling the same balance year after year usually means it was really long-term debt in a short-term wrapper — and you keep paying renewal costs.

Why it matters for your company

If you are always rolling, term it out into a proper term loan at a known rate. Compare the true cost with the loan comparison calculator.

Funding for UK limited companies

Credicorp lends to your company, not to you personally — short-term working capital with no personal guarantee. See what your business could access.