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.
Partner content
Business broadband offers a host of advantages over standard domestic connections, here’s why you should be considering an upgrade
Partner content
As with any supplier, it’s important to do your research and ask important questions before you select a broadband provider for your business. But what are the must-have things you should take into consideration?
Partner content
Analogue phone systems are increasingly being replaced by smarter broadband based networks – here’s why you should consider switching
Partner content
David Malan, sales director of DocuWare for the UK and Ireland, explains how the platform can streamline your document management