STOCK & INVENTORY
Purchase stock, prepare for seasonal demand or take advantage of new supplier opportunities.
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Business funding solutions
Funding built around where your business is going.
From strengthening cash flow and purchasing equipment to investing in stock, vehicles or your next stage of growth, different ambitions can require different funding routes.
Sterling Bridge Finance helps UK businesses explore suitable commercial finance options through our growing network of finance providers.
One enquiry. Multiple potential funding routes. Human support throughout.
WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING TO FUND?
Start with what your business needs.
You don't need to know which type of finance is right for you before getting started.
Choose what you're looking to fund and explore some of the potential routes available to your business.
CASH FLOW
Explore funding that could help manage day-to-day costs and short-term working capital requirements.
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EQUIPMENT & MACHINERY
Finance equipment, machinery or technology your business needs to operate and grow.
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VEHICLES & FLEETS
Explore finance for vans, commercial vehicles or vehicles required by your business.
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EXPANSION & GROWTH
Explore funding for expansion, additional premises, recruitment, refurbishment or your next stage of growth.
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OUTSTANDING INVOICES
Explore ways to release working capital tied up in unpaid customer invoices.
Explore options →FIND YOUR FUNDING ROUTE
Different requirements. Different ways to fund them.
Once you know what you're looking to achieve, the next step is understanding the types of commercial finance that could potentially support your plans.
Sterling Bridge Finance helps businesses explore a range of funding routes through third-party finance providers.
Funding should fit the requirement — not the other way around.
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Business loans
Flexible commercial borrowing that could support investment, expansion, refurbishment, stock purchases or other business requirements.
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Working capital
Explore funding designed around short-term business requirements, cash-flow pressures, stock purchasing and everyday operating costs.
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Asset finance
Explore ways to fund equipment, machinery, technology, commercial vehicles and other assets required by your business.
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Invoice finance
For eligible businesses, invoice finance could provide access to working capital linked to outstanding customer invoices.
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Growth finance
Explore potential funding routes for expansion, additional premises, recruitment, investment and longer-term business growth.
Explore Growth Finance →NOT SURE WHICH ONE FITS?
You don't need to choose a finance product before speaking to us. Tell us what your business is looking to achieve and we'll help you explore the potential routes.
Discuss Your RequirementsHOW IT WORKS
From funding requirement to potential route.
You don't need to work out every detail before getting in touch.
Start by telling us about your business, what you're looking to achieve and the funding requirement you have in mind. From there, we can help you understand the potential next steps.
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TELL US WHAT YOU NEED
Share some information about your business, the funding requirement and what you're looking to achieve.
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WE UNDERSTAND THE REQUIREMENT
We'll look at the information provided and build a clearer picture of your circumstances and objectives.
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WE EXPLORE POTENTIAL ROUTES
Where appropriate, we can explore potential finance routes through our third-party provider relationships.
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MOVE TO THE NEXT STEP
If a potential route is identified, we'll help you understand the next step and facilitate the introduction to the relevant provider.
WHAT INFORMATION CAN HELP?
BUSINESS DETAILS
Basic information about the business and its trading activity.
FUNDING REQUIREMENT
An indication of how much funding you're looking to explore.
PURPOSE
What the finance would potentially be used for.
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Relevant business financial information may be requested depending on the potential route and provider.
READY TO EXPLORE YOUR OPTIONS?
Tell us what your business is looking to achieve.
Submitting an enquiry does not guarantee finance or approval. Any finance is subject to application, eligibility, status, provider assessment and approval. Sterling Bridge Finance is not the lender.
Funding guidance
Business funding questions, answered.
Straightforward answers to common questions about exploring business finance through Sterling Bridge Finance.
Start Your EnquiryWhat types of business finance can I explore?
We can help you explore a range of business finance options, subject to your circumstances and eligibility. An enquiry is a straightforward way to discuss the routes that may be available to your business.
How do I know which type of funding I need?
The right option depends on what you want to achieve, how much you need, the intended term and your business position. We can talk through your requirements and help you understand the possibilities.
Does making an enquiry guarantee funding?
No. An enquiry does not guarantee an offer or approval. Any funding is subject to lender criteria, affordability checks and the information required for a full assessment.
What information might I need to provide?
You may be asked for information about your business, funding needs, trading history and financial position. The exact information will depend on the type of finance being considered.
Can funding be used for equipment or vehicles?
Business finance may be available for equipment, vehicles and other business purposes, depending on the product, lender criteria and your circumstances. We can discuss your intended use during the enquiry.
What happens after I make an enquiry?
We will review the details you provide and contact you to discuss your requirements. If appropriate, we can then outline potential next steps and any further information needed.
Your next move
Tell us where your business wants to go next.
Whether you're looking to strengthen cash flow, invest in equipment, increase capacity or pursue your next opportunity, start with the requirement. Tell Sterling Bridge Finance what you're looking to achieve and we'll help you explore potential funding routes through our provider relationships.
One enquiry
Start by telling us about your business and funding requirement.
Potential routes
We'll help you explore finance routes that may be relevant to your circumstances.
Human support
Clear communication and support as you navigate the next steps.
One enquiry. Multiple potential routes. Human support throughout.
Finance is subject to application, eligibility, status, provider assessment and approval. Sterling Bridge Finance does not make lending decisions.
