We Help British Business Owners To Thrive
We’re here to get you the stock to meet the season. To take care of the invoices to keep your business moving forward. To keep your people paid and productive.
Whatever you need to get to the next quarter and the next level, we’re here to help.
We’ve Got The Flexibility To Help With Funding
Traditional loans don’t work for UK business owners, they work for banks. We’re entrepreneurs who have faced what you’re facing, and we know that banks can’t and won’t help small businesses with small business problems:
- Stalled cash flow.
- Supplier invoices piling up.
- Payroll problems.
- Needing cash to buy the stock to make the cash
Or sometimes there is a great opportunity for growth, but not enough supporting capital to take that opportunity.
We’ve been through what you’re going through and we came out the other side because we know that cash flow is solvable.
You don’t have to do it all alone.
3 Funding Solutions to Assist Your Cash Flow
Business Cash Advance (BCA)
BCA is an unsecured lump sum loan with weekly repayments, structured as a fixed fee rather than interest. No card terminal is needed.
- 3 – 6 months standard terms
- Competitive, scaling commission structure
- Available to homeowners
- £25k Minimum monthly revenue
Range: £15k – £250k
Merchant Cash Advance (MCA)
Repayments are tied to your business card takings and flex with your revenue. During busier weeks you pay more and in quieter times you pay less.
- 4 – 9 months standard terms
- Requires an active card terminal
- Available to homeowners
- £15k Minimum monthly revenue
Range: £15k – £250k
Selective Invoice Financing (SIF)
You choose specific invoices and can receive 80% upfront within 48 hours, with the balance, minus fees, paid when the invoice settles.
- Choose which invoices to fund
- Up to 80% of invoice value upfront
- Same-day funding once facility is set
Range: Up to £250k
How do I Apply for Funding with Funding Alternative?
Ready to grow your business with funding from Funding Alternative? Apply today!
Need some more information first? Fill in a contact form and we will be in touch with you regarding your funding requirements.
Have all the paperwork and information ready? Apply directly online.
How We Have Helped UK Businesses With Funding
Funding alternative has helped hundreds of businesses with funding over the past years. From gyms to IT Companies, restaurants and pubs, and everything in between.
No matter the industry you are in, our team is ready to assist!
£110,000 Business Cash Advance – Motor Trade Industry
One established car dealership approached us seeking £110,000 to expand vehicle stock levels and take advantage of several time-sensitive purchasing opportunities.The result:- £110,000 approved to support vehicle stock acquisition.
- Decision issued within hours of receiving the application.
- Fully funded within 24 hours.
- Client able to secure additional stock ahead of peak trading activity.
- Funding structured around the business’s trading profile.
£30,000 Merchant Cash Advance – Birmingham Bakery
An established bakery approached us needing £30,000 in funding to refurbish their shop and stay open through the quieter build phase.
The result:
- Funding approved within 57 minutes of receiving the applicable paperwork.
- Fully funded the next business morning as the application was received late in the day.
- Business able to use the funding to refurbish and open a larger space in the eating area.
- As a result they have increased the number of customers they can serve.
£50,000 Selective Invoice Finance Facility – IT Industry
Our client creates and manages website infrastructure for a large legal firm. Their customer pays on 60-day terms, which puts a strain on our client’s cash flow.
We now unlock their invoices on the same day they receive them, giving them the working capital to keep their business flowing.
The result:
- Our client provided the business information package by lunchtime.
- We’d approved a £50,000 facility before the day ended, including approval for 5 of their different customers.
- Invoices funded the next day.
£15,000 Business Cash Advance – Retail Industry
One retail client approached us needing £15,000 quickly to secure additional inventory and maintain momentum.
The result:
- £15,000 approved to support stock investment.
- Offer issued just 28 minutes after receiving the application.
- Fully funded the very same day.
- Business able to secure inventory ahead of increased demand.
£20,000 Merchant Cash Advance – Butchery
An established butchery in London approached us seeking £20,000 in funding to expand their business to add delivery.
The result:
- Funding offered within 49 minutes of receiving the application.
- Fully funded late in the afternoon, on the same day.
- Client was able to cover the costs for packaging, transport and launch costs.
£100,000 Business Cash Advance – Fitness Industry
With January membership demand approaching, a gym needed capital quickly to expand its weights area and Pilates studios, allowing them to accommodate up to 50% more members during peak times and fully capitalise on seasonal momentum.
The result:
- £100,000 released to fund expansion works immediately.
- Increased capacity across weights and Pilates rooms.
- Ability to maximise January sign-ups without operational strain.
- Same-day approval and completion.
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What Clients Have to Say About Our Funding Solutions
As a broker at FundOnion, I’ve worked with many lenders, and Funding Alternative is always a standout. Their quick turnarounds make a real difference for clients who need urgent funding.
What I appreciate most is their willingness to look beyond just the numbers and take the client’s backstory into account. They find solutions where others might not, giving businesses the opportunity they need to move forward.
Working with Funding Alternative has been excellent. Efficient communication and prompt support have made a significant difference for our business. The funding received has enabled us to purchase stock at better prices and grow the business.
I would gladly recommend them. It's been a stellar experience. 10 out of 10.
We needed cash fast to stock up before a busy season and these guys really came through. The whole thing was super straightforward.
Applied, heard back quickly, and had the funds in a couple of days. Repayments were flexible too, which helped a lot. Honestly, smooth from start to finish.
Needed quick funds for my business and Funding Alternative delivered within 2 days!
The team answered any question I had and seemed very friendly and patient with me. Highly recommend!
Excellent service throughout process and top turnaround times
Excellent company, lovely people & very easy to talk to & arrange whatever you need to.
Funding Alternative provided exceptional service with a quick, hassle-free application process. Their team was responsive and helpful, making it easy to secure the funds I needed.
Terms were clear and easy to understand, and I always got to speak to a human on call. Highly recommend for fast and reliable financial support.
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We know the challenges entrepreneurs face because we’re entrepreneurs too. We’re more than a source of funding; we’re a partner who understands your vision and supports your ambition.
Our approach combines financial flexibility with genuine understanding and a human touch. It’s about more than just money, it’s about moving forward together.