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Business Loans

Short-term funding for time-sensitive opportunities

Borrow £5k – £500k and repay over 3 to 12 months. Designed for businesses that need cash fast.

Soft search — no credit impact Initial decision often within 24 hours 300+ UK lenders

Business funding made simpler

  • £5,000 – £500,000 funding
  • 300+ UK lenders on our panel
  • Initial decisions often within 24 hours
  • Soft-search eligibility check

At a glance

Funding range£5,000 – £500,000
Term3 – 12 months
Initial decisionOften within 24 hours
Trading required6+ months
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About Short-Term Business Loans

Short-term business loans are ideal when you need to bridge a gap or fund a quick-return opportunity. Lower total interest than a long loan, often a faster process than a high-street bank — and you're debt-free in under a year.

Bridging cash flow
Seasonal stock
Bulk purchase discounts
Tax bills
Emergency repairs

Why businesses choose Apex Loans

Expert support, access to a wide lender panel and a straightforward application process.

Lower total cost

Shorter term means less interest paid over the life of the loan.

Rapid decisions

Indicative offers are often available within hours, depending on the lender.

Daily or weekly repayments

Repayment schedules that mirror your cash flow cycle.

Early repayment options

Many lenders allow penalty-free settlement, though terms vary by lender.

Am I eligible?

Eligibility varies by lender, but businesses with an established trading history and regular turnover may have access to a wide range of funding options.

Our eligibility check takes around 60 seconds and helps us understand which options may be suitable. It uses a soft search only, so there is no impact on your credit score.

  • UK-registered business
  • Trading 6+ months
  • Consistent monthly turnover
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Access a wide panel of UK business lenders

  • 300+ UK lenders, from high-street names to specialist SME funders
  • One application reviewed against multiple funding options
  • FCA-regulated credit broker — we arrange finance, we are not the lender
  • A UK-based funding specialist manages your case end-to-end

Frequently asked questions

Ready to explore short-term business loans?

Check eligibility in around 60 seconds with no impact on your credit score.