{"id":20184,"date":"2024-11-19T16:45:19","date_gmt":"2024-11-19T16:45:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/?p=20184"},"modified":"2026-07-09T15:33:20","modified_gmt":"2026-07-09T14:33:20","slug":"business-line-of-credit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/business-line-of-credit\/","title":{"rendered":"What are business credit lines and how to apply for one"},"content":{"rendered":"<header class=\"entry-header has-dark-background-color entry-header--has-illustration entry-header--has-illustration--generic\">\n\t<div class=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"entry-header__row row align-center\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"col col-lg-7 col-xlg-6 entry-header__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"component component-single-header\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"entry-header__misc text--subtitle text--uppercase text--small\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/category\/money-matters\/\" class=\"entry-header__link\">Money Matters<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"entry-title-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"entry-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tWhat are business credit lines and how to apply for one\t\t\t\t\t<\/h1>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"entry-header__description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"single-post-details container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"col\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"posted-on \">Published <time class=\"entry-date published\" datetime=\"2024-11-19T16:45:19+00:00\">19 November, 2024<\/time><\/span><span class=\"reading-time\"> min read<\/span>\n\t\t<button\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"social-share-button button button--icon button--secondary js-social-share-button\"\n\t\t\tdata-share-title=\"What are business credit lines and how to apply for one\"\n\t\t\tdata-share-url=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/business-line-of-credit\/\"\n\t\t\tdata-share-text=\"Please read this interesting article\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"social-share-button__share-label\">Share<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"social-share-button__copy-label\" hidden>Copy Link<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"social-share-button__copy-tooltip\" aria-hidden=\"true\" hidden>Copied<\/span>\n\t\t<\/button>\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/header>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-author has-dark-background-color alignfull\">\n\t<div class=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"col\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"co-authors\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"entry-author-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<a class=\"entry-author\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/author\/kieronjohnson\/\">\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2024\/01\/Kieron-Johnson-350x350.jpg\" class=\"entry-author__image\" alt=\"kieron-johnson-profile-picture\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2024\/01\/Kieron-Johnson-350x350.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2024\/01\/Kieron-Johnson.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 40px) 100vw, 40px\" \/>\t\t\t\t<span class=\"entry-author__name\">Kieron Johnson<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a serial <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/sound-advice-6-rules-to-break-for-successful-entrepreneurship-john-mullins\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">entrepreneur<\/a>, it&#8217;s no secret that you&#8217;ve always wanted to see your customers queuing around the block just to get their hands on your latest product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When that day finally arrives and, after a week or so, your coveted product is completely sold out, what should happen next?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As much as you want to continue riding the wave of success, your business simply doesn&#8217;t have the cash to buy more supplies to meet the soaring demand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One solution is applying for a business line of credit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Credit lines are a short-term finance option that allows your business to replenish its inventory and repay its debt whenever revenue from new stock starts rolling in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This way, your business benefits from peak customer demand without being burdened by long-term debt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, we&#8217;ll explain what a business credit line is and how to apply for one. We&#8217;ll also cover what a credit line should (and shouldn&#8217;t) be used for, the pros and cons of using one, and alternative forms of short-term funding for your business.<\/p>\n\n\n<?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><ul><li><a href=\"#h-what-is-a-business-line-of-credit\" data-level=\"2\">What is a business line of credit?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-what-should-a-business-line-of-credit-be-used-for\" data-level=\"2\">What should a business line of credit be used for?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-is-it-possible-to-apply-for-a-business-line-of-credit-with-poor-credit\" data-level=\"2\">Is it possible to apply for a business line of credit with poor credit?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-does-a-business-line-of-credit-differ-from-other-forms-of-short-term-financing\" data-level=\"2\">How does a business line of credit differ from other forms of short-term financing?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-final-thoughts\" data-level=\"2\">Final thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"single-cta\">\n\t<a\n\t\tclass=\"button button--primary gate-e8fae86a-9444-4657-a009-eba49287d7fd\"\n\t\trole=\"button\"\n\t\tdata-button-location=\"content_area\"\n\t\thref=\"#gate-e8fae86a-9444-4657-a009-eba49287d7fd\"\n\t>Get your free cash flow forecast template and use it to project how much cash will be flowing in and out of your business, and when<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-a-business-line-of-credit\">What is a business line of credit?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Short-term finance comes in many different forms and a business credit line is one of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like a business credit card, a credit line is a form of revolving credit, which enables your business to continually borrow money whenever it&#8217;s needed up to an agreed credit limit\u2014without having to make a fresh application each time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your business can draw funds from its credit line\u2014either as a lump sum or in instalments\u2014and only pays interest or fees on the amount borrowed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Business credit lines come in two forms: secured and unsecured.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A secured credit line uses your company&#8217;s assets as collateral against the loan and, if your business doesn&#8217;t repay the debt, the lender can claim its assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By contrast, an unsecured credit line doesn&#8217;t require collateral.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But in this case, your business will need a good credit score, be in business for a minimum number of years, and have consistent annual revenue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A secured credit line usually attracts more favourable loan terms than its unsecured counterpart, which include higher credit limits and lower interest rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-should-a-business-line-of-credit-be-used-for\">What should a business line of credit be used for?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A business credit line is typically used for short-term purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, your business may need to recruit seasonal workers or offer sign-on bonuses to incentivise top-tier talent to join your company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Alternatively, a credit line can be used to even out the ebbs and flows in your company&#8217;s cash reserves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Other common uses include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Buying inventory or equipment<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paying vendors or payroll<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Covering unexpected repairs<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some lenders prohibit credit lines being used for long-term debt repayments and capital expenditure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With this restriction in mind, it&#8217;s a good idea to check the policy of potential lenders before taking out a line of credit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can apply for a business credit line from your local bank, credit union, or independent lender.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regardless of which lending facility you use, you&#8217;ll need to provide the following information:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The nature of your business<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The name, address, and contact details of yourself and your business<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your business records and other financial information, such as your company&#8217;s bank statements, balance sheets, and credit history.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The lender will assess your company&#8217;s application for a credit line and let you know if it&#8217;s been approved and, if so, how much credit your business can access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-is-it-possible-to-apply-for-a-business-line-of-credit-with-poor-credit\">Is it possible to apply for a business line of credit with poor credit?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if your business has a poor credit history, it&#8217;s still possible to get a credit line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But because your business falls within a higher risk category, the terms offered will probably be less favourable, such as smaller loan amounts, more frequent repayments, shorter repayment periods, or higher interest rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regardless of your company&#8217;s credit history, you may need to pay the following fees in connection with your new credit line:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An annual fee<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An application fee (to process your company&#8217;s application)<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A draw fee (each time your business draws on its credit line)<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A maintenance fee (to keep your company&#8217;s credit line active)<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An inactivity fee (if your business doesn&#8217;t use the facility for a certain period of time).<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-does-a-business-line-of-credit-differ-from-other-forms-of-short-term-financing\">How does a business line of credit differ from other forms of short-term financing?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It may also be worthwhile exploring two alternative forms of short-term financing: business credit cards and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/government-grants-for-small-businesses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">business loans<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Business credit lines and business credit cards are alike in that they&#8217;re both revolving forms of credit, but they also differ in three respects:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-credit-limit\"><strong>1. Credit limit<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your company has a secured business credit line, it will usually have a higher credit limit than a business credit card.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-purpose-of-funds\">2. Purpose of funds<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A credit line is appropriate if your business needs to meet substantial short-term costs, such as managing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/tag\/cash-flow\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">cash flow<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But if your business needs money for smaller, everyday transactions, like paying for travel expenses, a business credit card may be more suitable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-interest-rates-and-fees\">3. Interest rates and fees<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A business credit line may have a lower interest rate than a business credit card, but it will probably come with additional fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unlike a business credit line, business credit cards typically offer your business interest-free periods and reward programs, such as cash back and travel points, which can benefit your business if it makes regular purchases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The second alternative to a business credit line is a business loan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are the main differences between the two funding options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-credit-limit-0\">1. Credit limit<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A business credit line has a revolving credit limit whereas a business loan provides your business with a lump sum upfront, which it repays over a fixed term with interest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-purpose-of-funds-0\">2. Purpose of funds<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Business credit lines are intended to meet your company&#8217;s everyday needs whereas business loans are best suited to making one-off large-scale investments, such as buying property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-repayment\">3. Repayment<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like a business credit card, your business can use a credit line to borrow, make repayments, and borrow again, provided it doesn&#8217;t exceed the credit limit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By contrast, a business loan requires your company to make full repayment over a specific period, after which your business has to re-apply to the lender if it needs additional funds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts\">Final thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether it&#8217;s used to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sage.com\/en-gb\/blog\/how-to-grow-a-business-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">grow your business<\/a> or meet short-term cash flow shortages, a business credit line can provide a lifeline for your business when it&#8217;s low on funds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a business credit line doesn&#8217;t quite fit the bill as a stand-alone funding solution, you can always combine it with complimentary short-term finance options, such as business credit cards for day-to-day expenses and business loans for more significant expenditure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regardless of your funding preferences, it&#8217;s important to explore various options and choose a reputable lender offering the most favourable terms and transparent fees because short-term finance can equate to long-term momentum for your business.<\/p>\n\n\n \n<div class=\"single-cta gated-content\">\n\t<div class=\"single-cta__positioner on-scroll-highlight__target\">\n\t\t<div class=\"single-cta__wrapper has-dark-background-color\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"single-cta__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"single-cta__title h3\">Cash flow forecast template<\/h2>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"single-cta__description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Get your free cash flow forecast template and use it 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