Welcome to Funding Agent,
The channel where UK business owners and founders get straight-talking, expert-backed insights on funding, finance, and growth.
We break down complex funding topics into practical, jargon-free videos that help you make smarter financial decisions, whether you're a startup, scaling SME, or growing agency.
What you'll find here: Funding strategy tips for UK businesses.
Explainers on loans, equity, invoice finance & more.
How-to guides: pitch decks, credit readiness, EIS/SEIS, and more.
Visit us at: https://www.fundingagent.co.uk
Comparing the Top Business Loan Lenders for Small Businesses in the UK
In this episode, we break down a new 2025 guide to the top business loan lenders for small businesses in the UK (https://www.fundingagent.co.uk/post/top-business-loan-lenders-for-small-businesses-uk), looking at how different providers compare on rates, loan sizes, repayment terms, and application experience. We explore why Funding Agent leads the list, how alternative lenders such as Funding Circle compare with traditional banks like NatWest and Lloyds, and where brokers and comparison platforms fit into the picture.
We also cover government-backed options through the British Business Bank, along with other lenders and platforms including MoneyCo, NerdWallet, GoCompare, Merchant Savvy, and Sorbus Finance. Along the way, we discuss what lenders typically look for when assessing an application, from business plans and cash flow to credit history and supporting documents, and what SMEs should think about when weighing up cost, speed, flexibility, and repayment structure.
A useful episode for small business owners, franchise operators, and SME decision-makers who want a clearer view of the UK lending market and how to choose the right funding route for their needs.
17 Mar 2026
Comparing Asset finance Lenders: Lombard vs. Close Brothers
In this episode, we compare Lombard and Close Brothers (https://www.fundingagent.co.uk/post/lombard-asset-finance-vs-close-brothers-asset-finance) to help UK SMEs understand which lender may be the better fit for asset finance, working capital, and broader funding needs. We look at how Lombard, as the asset finance arm of NatWest Group, focuses on asset-backed lending through products such as hire purchase, finance leases, and operating leases, and why that can work well for businesses funding equipment, vehicles, technology, and green assets.
We also explore how Close Brothers differs by combining asset finance with invoice finance, making it a strong option for businesses that want to fund equipment while also releasing cash from unpaid invoices. Along the way, we cover typical use cases, repayment structures, onboarding speed, fee complexity, documentation requirements, and the trade-offs between instant digital decisions and more tailored, relationship-led support.
A useful episode for business owners, finance managers, and SME decision-makers weighing up whether a traditional asset-backed facility or a more flexible funding structure is the right move for their business.
17 Mar 2026
Comparing the Best Lenders to Secure a 200k Unsecured Business Loan
In this episode, we explore the UK market for £200,000 unsecured business loans (https://www.fundingagent.co.uk/post/best-lenders-to-secure-a-200k-unsecured-business-loan), covering how they work, which lenders to consider, and what business owners need to compare on cost, speed, and eligibility before applying.
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