Finance by purpose
Funding for new location or expansion
Expansion funding is for a second site, a bigger unit or a new territory. The costs are front-loaded — deposit, fit-out, stock, staff — and the new location rarely pays its way from week one.
Structures
How new location or expansion is usually funded
The right structure depends on how quickly the funding pays for itself. These are the options most often used for this purpose.
- Longer-term growth finance matched to the payback period
- Secured arrangements where property is involved
- Staged funding aligned to fit-out milestones
Assessment
What affects the amount available
- Performance of the existing site or sites
- Total project cost including a contingency
- Lease terms and any deposit required
- How long the new site is expected to take to break even
Preparation
What to have ready
None of this is mandatory before you start, but having it to hand makes the conversation quicker and the answer more accurate.
A costed project breakdown with contingency
Heads of terms or the draft lease
Trading figures for the existing operation
Business finance is a commitment. Repayments must be met from business income, and missed payments can affect your business. Consider affordability before applying.
£2,000 – £500,000
Months 1–6 · interest-free
£3,125.00
Then £3,453.80 a month for the remaining 18 months
No interest for the first 6 months — you repay capital only.
Illustrative estimate. Figures are worked out from a configured assumption that has not been verified and are not a quote or an offer of finance. Actual rates, terms and availability depend on assessment of your business.
Related options
Products that tend to fit
A specialist will confirm which of these suits your request once we understand how the business trades.
Unsecured Business Finance
For businesses that need working capital without securing finance against a specific business asset.
Secured Business Finance
For established businesses seeking larger or more complex funding arrangements.
Working Capital
For stock, suppliers, seasonal requirements and short-term cash-flow needs.
Growth Finance
For hiring, expansion, equipment, marketing and strategic projects.
Ready to move your business forward?
Start with an eligibility check, or talk it through with a funding specialist first. Either way you will get a straight answer about what may be possible.
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