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UK small firms ‘have credit rating troubles’

The majority of the UK's small businesses have a credit rating which could damage their chances of obtaining finance, a new study claims.

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Sunderland software firms gain £2.9m investment

An initiative to support small companies in Sunderland's software industry has received a £2.9 million boost.

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UK small firms ‘have credit rating troubles’

The majority of the UK's small businesses have a credit rating which could damage their chances of obtaining finance, a new study claims.

News

Sunderland software firms gain £2.9m investment

An initiative to support small companies in Sunderland's software industry has received a £2.9 million boost.

Office & home working

Moving to the Midlands

With leading universities, good transport links and affordable office space, the Midlands is proving to be the destination of choice for entrepreneurial ventures.

Business Ideas & Planning

Rising Star: Jeff Brehaut

Jeff Brehaut set up his company Beach Volleyball in 2007 to build courts and run events.

Business management

Protect your business with these key management tips

Taking a close, hard look at your business could mean the difference between sink or swim.

Alternative finance

Alternative sources of financing

Bhodi Sunth, director at finance company Azure Global, outlines the options available when you need to raise funds.

Office & home working

Starting up in the capital

If you're based in the capital and are looking for funding, there are a number of options out there.

Startup Funding and Grants

Where to go for early-stage financing

You don't have to give up your dream of starting your own business just because a bank turns you down. SmallBusiness.co.uk takes a look at the other finance options available for ambitious start ups.

Employing & managing staff

NICE work if you can get it

The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has turned its hand to the management of long-term sickness absence with a consultation on best practice.

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Peak firms receive £1m boost

A £1 million package of support has been unveiled to help small firms in the Peak District.

Business management

Why Entrepreneurs should relocate to the North East

Investors in the North East are on the hunt for entrepreneurs with great ideas and a whole load of ambition.

Business management

Budget wish list for small businesses

With the G20 summit now over, all attention will be turning to the upcoming Budget on 22 April.

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.

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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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