Guide

Business loans explained

Everything a company director needs to understand commercial borrowing — from how a facility is priced to what lenders actually look at.

2 min read

£5k–£250kTypical facility size
3–24 moCommon terms
No PGCredicorp lends to the company

What is a business loan?

A business loan is finance advanced to a company rather than an individual. The company borrows a sum and repays it over an agreed term, usually with interest.

  • Secured or unsecured
  • Fixed or variable rate
  • Term or revolving

How lenders decide

Lenders weigh affordability, trading history and cash flow. Credicorp’s assessment is company-first.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a personal guarantee?

Not with Credicorp. We lend to your company, not to you personally.

How fast is funding?

Often within a working day of approval.

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.