Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
Archive of our articles, guides and updates on commercial or business loans for UK small businesses and start-up companies.
Government Grants
Companies without assets to offer as security for conventional bank funding will be heartened to know that there's still another means of raising cash without giving away too much equity - the SFLG.
Startup Funding and Grants
Could you explain how the Small Firms Loans Guarantee Scheme (SFLG) works please?
Business Loans
I am 25 and I have some debt from University, which is a £6,000 loan, £3,000 credit card and a student loan which is paid through my employer. Would this type of debt stop me starting up my own business and getting the finance for it?
News
A review of the Small Firms Loan Guarantee Scheme has led to changes in the eligibility criteria, which are intended to benefit start-ups and new businesses.
Business Loans
Everything you need to know on what small business loans are and what types of loan are available for your business.
Business Technology
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
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.