Secured business loans are easy to borrow, as there is the security of the collateral for the lender. The lender, in the event of the borrower failing to repay the loan amount back, can seize and sell off the collateral (usually the house of the entrepreneur or the assets of the business) to recover his money. This security also allows the lender to set easy terms and conditions for the loan. He allows lower interest rates to the borrower and fixes a long repayment term for the loan.

The use of the secured business loans depends on the type of business. If the loan is meant for starting a business, the loan amount can be used for:

· Buying raw materials,

· Procuring a piece of land for setting up a factory or manufacturing plant,

· Buying machinery, etc

If, however, the loan is meant for an existing business, it can be used for:

· Buying additional machinery and raw materials required,

· Paying the salaries of the staff,

· Expanding the business in new places,

· Paying off the debts which the business might have taken before, etc

Since secured business loans are long-term loans, it is advisable that you make a plan for your business before you go to the lender. If you are going to start a new business, your plan should include points like type of business you are going to start, investment required, your objectives, etc. in case you already have an existing business, your plan should incorporate points like the type of business, loan amount required, all about profits and losses, and the direction you want to give your business.

A plan will help the lender understand your needs better and may help him decide whether to sanction the loan or not.

Since there are hundreds of lenders in UK offering secured business loans, it is also necessary that you compare their annual percentage rates (APR) before choosing your deal.