Angelique, founder of Aesthetique by Equaligne, a rejuvenation business in Buckinghamshire that focuses on helping clients feel confident in their skin, explains how with support from Let's Do Business Finance via the Start Up Loans programme, she has been able to begin building a thoughtful, patient-centred aesthetics practice.

Applying for business finance can be a major step towards growth — whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale. But many business owners find that their application hits a dead end, not because their business isn’t viable, but because of avoidable mistakes made during the process. 

Discover how Wilson’s Auto’s in Colchester turned their dream into reality with a £19,000 Start Up Loan from Let’s Do Business Finance. See how this funding helped them launch their garage with confidence in January 2025.

In the heart of Southend, The Hang Out is creating a space that’s not just a business but a true community hub. It’s a concept that combines play, connection, and practicality—and it all started with a pinky promise and a start-up loan from Let’s Do Business Finance.

AYM, a fashion brand that began as a small, experimental venture, has become a well-recognised name in fashion, known for its unique blend of function and beauty. This case study explores AYM's journey, highlighting the highs and lows and how Let's Do Business Finance has been able to play a pivotal role in its growth and success.

Jim and Steve from We Are Shapes, Kent, have created a new type of agency with the help of a Start Up Loan from Let’s Do Business Finance – blending together accounting and marketing services to serve small businesses across the county and beyond.

Eleanor Ward from Chichester, West Sussex, secured £25k in funding from Let’s Do Business Finance under the Start Up Loan scheme to bring her idea for company ‘SplashRobe’ to life.

Mickey Whiteman, owner of RD1 Clothing on Havelock Road, tells Let’s Do Business Finance about his journey starting his own business with the help of a Start Up Loan.