Funding fit for North East businesses

Matching dynamic startups and determined SMEs with the right flexible finance.

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Finance finder

Answer four simple questions. Find the right loan in under 60 seconds.

How long has your business been trading? 

This just helps us understand your starting point.

Roughly how much funding would move things forward? 

This doesn’t fix the final amount. It simply helps us guide you in the right direction.

What are you mainly looking to use the funding for? 

This won’t affect your recommendation. It just helps us understand what businesses need funding for.

How many founders or directors will be applying for funding? 

Each founder or director can apply for up to £25k under the Start Up Loan scheme, with a maximum of £100k per business.

Business finance FAQs

Your questions answered on eligibility, funding, finance, and the process of getting a loan from BEF North East.

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