There are some simple steps that a business can take in order to put themselves in the very best position of securing funding. It is not just about demonstrating how successful you have been, a lender will want to be presented with a strong business case to ensure they are 100% confident that everyone involved…
read moreCraft distillery is a booming business sector, estimated to be worth in excess of £1.2 billion. It is therefore hardly surprising that so many businesses in this sector are looking to fulfil growth plans for the new financial year. The demand for craft beer has grown rapidly over recent years. Initially developed for the festival…
read moreWe all know first-hand how the cost of living has increased substantially in recent months and how this in turn has had an impact on the expenses that small businesses face. Key factors that have had a major influence on these rises are: An increase in inflation, which puts demands on employees and a potential…
read moreStatistics collected by the Government in 2022 show that the SME sector accounts for 99.9% of the business population. If we break this down there are 5.5 million private sector businesses, 1.4 million employ staff and 4.1 million have no employees. Analysing further 5.47 million fit in to the small business category (0 to 49…
read moreA new year always brings a positive mindset and a desire to make changes. On a personal level this could be a change in career, a change in lifestyle or a change in location. On a business front this could be a change of direction, development of new growth plans or an introduction of new…
read moreBeing able to understand your business finances and recognising when and how profit is made is vastly important. This is easily achieved by understanding financial jargon and reviewing monthly financial statements. To help with this, here is our guide on what is important when completing a financial review: Profit and loss Analyse your profit and…
read moreCommercial finance is a term that covers a multitude of business finance products which can include both short and long-term solutions. Here are some of the most common options available in greater detail. Commercial loans A commercial or business loan provides an agreement of funding between a company and a lender. It allows a business…
read moreSince Covid-19 we have all experienced how vulnerable the economy has become, especially in the world of business. If we explore the small business sector, there are daily reports about what is happening along with the types of businesses and industries that are suffering. Of course, there will always be businesses that suffer but this…
read moreFinance lease is becoming a highly popular funding solution for small businesses. It enables a business to fund a new asset, without purchasing or taking ownership of it. You set-up an agreement with a finance company, they will purchase the asset and then provide it to your business for use. You enter a leasing agreement…
read moreBusiness finance, including both asset and invoice finance, is a valuable resource for any small business. Let’s explore how this can have an impact on some of the most common business sectors: Manufacturing – the most important elements of any manufacturing business are its people and its machinery. The manufacturing process must be efficient with…
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