Types of businesses

Here are some business types that we have helped find finance. Don't worry if your business sector or type is not listed, we can help a wide range of businesses.

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We help connect your business to the right providers

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Step 1 - Apply online

Tell us about your business

Start your search for business funding by filling out our secure online form about you, your business and your funding needs.

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Step 2 - Compare

See your funding options

We'll quickly check your eligibility across multiple business lenders to find you suitable funding options for your business.

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Step 3 - Get funding

Compare and apply

Simply select the lender(s) you would like to apply with, and funding could be with you in just a few hours.*

* Fund speed and transfer times will vary depending on the lender.

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It’s fast, free and it won't affect your business’ credit score.

A transparent service that leaves you in control

A funding platform that gives you even more control than ever before, displaying business loan matches and a level of detail that puts you in the driving seat.

Fast, fair & transparent

Fast, fair & transparent

Discover a funding journey that's quick, totally transparent and free from bias.

Easy-to-use comparison

Easy-to-use comparison

We provide you with the information you need to make an informed decision with ease.

See how much you could borrow

See how much you could borrow

We show an instant estimate of how much you could borrow for each funding option you are eligible for.

Multiple funding choices

Multiple funding choices

Our panel includes bank and non-bank lenders offering business loans, merchant cash advances, invoice finance and more.

It's free, forever

It's free, forever

Capalona is a free-to-use business finance matching platform. We don’t charge a penny!

No credit impact

No credit impact

Using our platform to see your funding options will not affect your credit score.

We compare a panel of trusted UK lenders

iwoca
Sigma Lending
Youlend
Funding Circle
365 Business Finance
mcl Finance

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