Common business-finance questions, answered

Business finance questions, answered

The questions directors of UK limited companies ask before they borrow, each answered on its own page. No account needed to read them.

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Common business-finance questions, each answered on its own page.

How much does a business loan cost?Answer

How much does a business loan cost?

The total cost of a business loan depends on the interest rate or factor rate, the loan term, and any fees applied at…

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APR or factor rate — what's the difference?Answer

APR or factor rate — what's the difference?

APR expresses the annualised cost of credit including fees, while a factor rate is a flat multiplier applied once to…

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Will I pay a charge to repay early?Answer

Will I pay a charge to repay early?

Many business loan agreements include an early repayment charge (ERC) that compensates the lender for lost interest if…

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Is business loan interest tax-deductible?Answer

Is business loan interest tax-deductible?

Interest paid on borrowing used wholly for business purposes is generally deductible against a UK limited company's…

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What happens if I miss a repayment?Answer

What happens if I miss a repayment?

Missing a scheduled repayment triggers a default notice process and may result in late fees, credit file damage, and in…

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Can I restructure a business loan?Answer

Can I restructure a business loan?

A business loan restructure typically involves negotiating with the existing lender to modify the repayment schedule,…

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How do I work out the total repayable?Answer

How do I work out the total repayable?

Total repayable is the sum of every payment you will make over the life of the facility — principal, interest, and all…

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What fees should I expect on a business loan?Answer

What fees should I expect on a business loan?

Business loans typically carry an arrangement fee and may include documentation, drawdown, or administration fees —…

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Should I pick a fixed or variable rate?Answer

Should I pick a fixed or variable rate?

A fixed rate gives certainty of payment; a variable rate can reduce cost if market rates fall but exposes the business…

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