Government-backed business acquisition finance
Finance to acquire the right business.
Backed by Britain.
We are an independent introducer connecting UK limited companies and LLPs with Growth Guarantee Scheme accredited lenders. Compare your options from £250k to £2m.
- Government-backed schemeIntroductions under the Growth Guarantee Scheme, via accredited lenders.
- Independent and impartialWe work for you, not the lender.
- Clear, honest answersNo jargon, no inflated promises. If a deal doesn't fit, we say so.
Check your eligibility
Who this is for
What the scheme actually is
The government backs the lender, so the lender backs you.
The Growth Guarantee Scheme is run by the British Business Bank. It does not hand you money directly. Instead, the government guarantees 70% of the lender's risk, which makes accredited lenders far more willing to approve finance for acquisitions. You remain fully responsible for repaying the loan.
Funding estimator
How much are you looking to raise?
Move the slider to see how your requirement sits against the scheme. Indicative only, not an offer of finance.
*The 70% is a guarantee to the lender, not free funding: you borrow and repay the full amount. All figures are indicative and subject to lender approval, status and terms.
How it works
Three simple steps.
Why work with us
One introduction, the whole accredited market.
You could approach lenders yourself. Here's the difference an independent introducer makes.
On your own
- Approach lenders one by one, not knowing their appetite.
- Work out for yourself which lenders offer scheme-backed finance.
- Present a cold application and hope it lands.
- Risk weeks of dead ends before a yes or no.
With us
- Matched to the accredited lenders most likely to say yes.
- We know who offers the scheme and what they look for.
- We present your application the way lenders want to see it.
- A straight, honest answer up front if it isn't a fit.
The scheme at a glance
Questions
Straight answers.
Do I get 70% of the purchase price as free funding?
No. The 70% is a guarantee the government gives the lender, covering 70% of their risk if things go wrong. It makes lenders more willing to approve your finance. You still borrow the money and repay it in full.
Who can qualify?
We currently work with UK limited companies and LLPs with turnover under £45 million, looking to fund a business acquisition or growth. The scheme is delivered only through British Business Bank accredited lenders.
Why only limited companies and LLPs?
It lets us operate as a straightforward introduction service. We're expanding to sole traders and partnerships soon. Leave your details and we'll be in touch when we do.
How much can I borrow?
Facilities go up to £2 million, depending on the lender, your deal and your circumstances.
What does it cost me?
The eligibility check is free. We'll be clear about any fees before you commit to anything. We are paid for successful introductions to lenders.
Are you a lender or a bank?
No. We are an independent introduction service. We connect you with accredited lenders; the loan agreement is always directly between you and the lender.
