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Brits seek financial support from friends and family over banks

National research reveals British entrepreneurs held back by diminishing lines of credit and an inability to reach out to the Bank of Mum and Dad.

Alternative finance

Blog

Where do entrepreneurs fit into society?

Although the government has never been more encouraging, more needs to be done to help small businesses get off the ground, argues Chris McCullough.

Alternative finance

Brits seek financial support from friends and family over banks

National research reveals British entrepreneurs held back by diminishing lines of credit and an inability to reach out to the Bank of Mum and Dad.

Blog

Where do entrepreneurs fit into society?

Although the government has never been more encouraging, more needs to be done to help small businesses get off the ground, argues Chris McCullough.

Business Loans

Millions of Brits lending to family and friends to bridge the gap

1.6 million people have lent money directly to a friend or family member to help them start or grow a business, a new study reveals.

Business Technology

How small businesses can develop their IT roadmap

Here, Tristan Watkins argues that any time put into planning, particularly when it comes to implementation of new technology, will pay dividends in the long run for a small business.

Alternative finance

The quick way to boost cash flow to your business

Here, we look at how to access finance quickly, when you need it most.

Small Business Banking

SMEs don’t understand personal guarantee in business loans

There is a fundamental lack of understanding regarding loan conditions from small business owners - specifically personal guarantees, a new study finds.

News

Creative England and Barclays join to boost growth in technology sector

Creative England and Barclays will focus on boosting fast-growing, creative technology businesses.

News

SMEs keep cool on Brexit, but scale back growth plans for 2017

AXA Business Insurance’s latest temperature check of small businesses in the wake of the Brexit result reveals a mood of calm prevails.

Productivity Zone

Government funds the creation of a UK Productivity Council

UK Productivity Council to be created to encourage and support UK businesses.

News

SME owners voice concerns post-Brexit

At this point, employees may need your reassurance that their jobs are safe and the future of the business is bright.

Startup Funding and Grants

Know your finance options for a business purchase

News

UK SME community sees Autumn Statement as modest and medium-term

Mike Cherry, national chairman at the Federation of Small Businesses, gives us his reaction to Chancellor Hammond's Autumn Statement.

Business Technology

Why you should upgrade your tech now rather than later

To run an optimal business, you must have optimal tech. We explain why you must upgrade your business technology on a regular basis

Investing in a franchise

Should I buy a franchise or go solo?

Starting a new business is an exciting venture. But – especially in well-established industry sectors – a key question is whether it would be better to buy a franchise or go solo.

Partner content

16 ways to improve your business cash flow

Read here for 16 tried and tested tips and tricks to improve potential cash flow problems

Business management

How to create good cashflow habits

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