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Flexible, secured bridging loans for every kind of business.

Get a quote in
30 minutes

  • Interest rates from 0.71% pcm

  • From start-ups to limited companies

  • No bank statements or business plans needed

  • All credit statuses accepted

Loan Purpose

Monthly interest from

0.71%

Loan term

1-36 months

Borrow from

£27.5k - £3m

All types of businesses, ANY business need

There’s no need for business or trading accounts or bank statements, and we don’t base decisions on turnover. Somo's Secured Business Loans are designed to work for a wide range of borrowers:

  • Self-employed

  • New start-ups

  • Limited companies

Our only requirement is that the director or business owner owns a property.

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Funding that's flexible

Interest rates from 0.71%, terms from

1 month to 3 years and borrowing from £27,500 up to £3m.

 

Plus, there are no monthly interest or service payments to make until redemption.

Speak to our team about how much you could borrow.

From starting up to scaling up

Our secured business loans can support a wide range of business needs.

FAQs

Four Steps to Funds

Apply in
minutes

Fill out our short application form or book a call with our team to get started.

Get a decision
in 30 minutes

We can provide an offer in just 30 minutes.

We handle
the details

You’ll have a dedicated Case Manager to guide you, answer questions and keep things moving.

Money in
your account

When the final checks are complete, we send the funds directly to your bank.

Speed where it actually matters

We move quickly - decisions in as little as 30 minutes and fast completions.

Powered by AI-driven systems with the human touch, plus dual representation and AVM-backed decisions to help streamline the legal process.

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CASE STUDY

Funding big growth plans 

A growing Birmingham-based law firm needed funding to buy new premises on the same business park as part of its longer-term growth plans. The business was performing well, but the bank introduced restrictive criteria and lengthy approval times that didn't fit the purchase timeline.

Somo provided a loan for £395,000 at 9.2% p.a. over a 3-year term without needing accounts or proof of turnover. With security available in the background, Somo offered a flexible structure, sensible pricing and a fast, straightforward process. The client completed the purchase on time and secured premises to support continued growth.

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CASE STUDY

Funding a seasonal stock purchase and outstanding bills

A start-up wholesale swimwear business required £85,000 to purchase additional stock ahead of a seasonal sales spike and cover unexpected increases in running costs. Although profitable, the bank could not act quickly, and revenue-based lenders proposed repayment structures that would have restricted cash flow during peak trading.

Somo structured a secured business loan, taking a broader view of risk. With a property as security, the loan was priced at 8.4% p.a. over six months without linking repayments to revenue. The client secured stock in time for early summer demand and gained the flexibility to manage higher ongoing costs.

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CASE STUDY

Using property to unlock business growth

A UK manufacturing company had secured a new contract but needed to upgrade machinery immediately to deliver. Cash flow was tied up in operations, traditional lenders couldn't move fast enough, and selling assets wasn't an option. The deal needed a lender who could look beyond trading accounts and focus on the bigger picture.

With a property in the background, Somo structured a £425,000 facility at 7.9% p.a. over 12 months without reliance on trading history or complex documentation, completing within 22 days. The borrower secured the machinery, delivered on the contract and strengthened their position for future growth.

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CASE STUDY

Solving a start-up cash flow crunch at month five of trading

A Midlands logistics start-up in its fifth month faced a short-term cash flow gap that threatened payroll just as it was about to begin a major contract. With limited trading history, it had been declined by other lenders and could not secure funds quickly through its bank.

Somo provided a £102,000 secured business loan using a commercial property as security, offering a 3-month facility at 8.9% p.a. without relying on trading records. With no upfront legal fees or interim payments, the deal completed in 11 days. Funds were released in time to meet payroll and deliver on the new contract without disruption.

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Property-backed business loans built for businesses that don't fit the bank's criteria.​

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Loan Purpose

Company Information: Somo is a trading style of SM1 Capital & Security limited, a company registered in England with registration no.12713865, registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office with registration number ZB803361, registered with the FCA for anti-money laundering with registration number 1012061. Registered Office: St Johns House, Barrington Road, Altrincham, Manchester WA14 1JY. The Somo business is unregulated for both borrowers and investors.

Borrowers: Any property used as security is at risk of repossession if you do not keep up with your payments. Somo’s bridging loans are unregulated. If you are unsure about any aspect of the information provided by the company, you should seek advice from an independent financial adviser familiar with bridging loans. Terms apply.

Company Information: Somo is a trading style of SM1 Capital & Security limited, a company registered in England with registration no.12713865, registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office with registration number ZB803361, registered with the FCA for anti-money laundering with registration number 1012061. Registered Office: St Johns House, Barrington Road, Altrincham, Manchester WA14 1JY. The Somo business is unregulated for both borrowers and investors.

Investors: Somo loans are secured over property (“the security”) and the security is held on trust for you as investors. The loans that you make are not regulated by the FCA . Your loans are not protected by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) and you may not have any rights with the Financial Ombudsman Service. All your capital and uncredited interest is at risk. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. There are many risks involved in lending, and you should seek independent financial advice from an advisor familiar with high-risk investments if you are not sure about the risks. Don’t invest unless you’re prepared to lose all the money you invest. This is a high-risk investment, and you are unlikely to be protected if something goes wrong. Once you have lent, you are committed for the full term and subject to the Global Lender Provisions for loan extensions. Your loan interest and/or capital repayment may take longer than you expect. A capital loss is recognised after all reasonable avenues of loan recovery have been exhausted. Property values may go up or down. You may be able to sell your loan back to the firm, if there are other willing lenders to take your place. You should not rely on the ability to re-sell the loan and you may have to sell it at a discount if you need liquidity quickly. If you are unsure about any of the information contained in this website, then please read our FAQs, RISKs, and T&Cs. Tax treatment of any of the loans will depend on the individual circumstances of each lender and may be subject to change in the future. You are liable for your own tax and may wish to consult with a tax/legal adviser for specific advice. Terms apply.

Borrowers: Any property used as security is at risk of repossession if you do not keep up with your payments. Somo’s bridging loans are unregulated. If you are unsure about any aspect of the information provided by the company, you should seek advice from an independent financial adviser familiar with bridging loans. Terms apply.

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