Business loan brokers guides

Plain-English guides for UK business owners. Each one starts with a short answer, then the detail.

What does a business loan broker do? — What a commercial finance broker actually does for you, from finding lenders to getting the deal over the line.
How are business loan brokers paid? — Commission, client fees and what to ask so you know exactly what a broker will cost.
How to check a business loan broker is legitimate — Four checks to run in ten minutes: Companies House, the FCA register, the NACFB and reviews.
Business loan broker vs going direct to your bank — When your own bank is enough, and when a broker or matching service is the better route.
Business loan brokers for bad credit — How brokers help businesses with poor credit, CCJs or a declined bank application, and what to expect.
What documents does a business loan broker need? — The checklist of documents and information that gets you quicker, more accurate quotes.