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Empowering Brokers. Supporting Businesses. Driving Growth.

For nearly 40 years, we’ve worked alongside asset and commercial finance brokers to help UK SMEs access the funding they need.


Our experienced team is built on strong relationships, deep sector knowledge, and a commitment to excellent service.


We support a diverse range of sectors and offer a comprehensive range of products for brokers – all in one place.

Our approach

Nationwide support

Our dedicated Broker Development Managers cover the length and breadth of the UK, meaning they can respond quickly, working closely with you and your customers to get deals moving.


We look at the bigger financial picture

We assess your customer’s overall financial situation to tailor the most suitable solution for their needs.


Direct access to sales support and credit teams

Speak directly to our sales support and underwriting teams. No call centres – just people who understand your business and your customer’s industry.


Specialist expertise when you need it

In addition to our core finance solutions, we have specialist teams across Close Brothers who can support you with receivables finance, invoice finance, funding for high value cars, and more complex or structured deals.

What we fund


We provide finance for a wide range of assets across multiple sectors. 


The list below highlights common asset types we support, but it's not exhaustive. If you're unsure whether your asset qualifies, please get in touch — we're happy to help.

Hard assets

  • Commercial vehicles (vans, trucks, trailers)
  • Cars
  • Plant and machinery
  • Construction and industrial equipment
  • Buses and coaches
  • Machine tools
  • Waste and recycling equipment
  • Cranes
  • CNC machinery
  • Materials handling equipment
  • Agricultural machinery

Soft assets

  • Catering equipment
  • IT and telecoms
  • Office equipment and fit-outs
  • Leisure and gym equipment
  • Security systems
  • Scaffolding
  • Restaurant fit-outs
  • Park homes and holiday pods
  • Air conditioning units
  • Print and packaging machinery

Unlock fast, flexible decisions


Speed matters - for you and your customers. That’s why we focus on delivering quick, reliable decisions, backed by expert guidance.


We’ll let you know exactly what’s needed upfront, so you can move forward with confidence and avoid unnecessary delays.

Products and services are subject to eligibility, status, terms and conditions and availability. All lending is subject to status and our lending criteria. The right to decline any application is reserved.

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