Funding
Looking for much-needed funds to help your small business grow and explore new and exciting industry opportunities?
Finding funding can be one of the biggest challenges small business owners face.In this hub, we have provided some resources and FAQs which may assist you with finding the best funding options for you and your business.
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Dos and don’ts when expanding your business
Planning to grow your business? Learn the key dos and don’ts of expansion, from cash flow to tax planning, and how to avoid costly mistakes.
Find out moreWhy you need a business bank account and how to choose one
Not all businesses are legally required to have a business bank account but there are many advantages to opening one. This guide outlines why you might need a business bank account, how to find the ri...
Find out moreA guide to Government support for small businesses
A round-up of the Government’s financial and non-financial support for small businesses.
Find out moreThe benefits of including R&D in your business plan
Find out the benefits of research and development for your business and how to include it in your business plan.
Find out moreEight ways to fund your small business
Finding funding can be one of the biggest challenges business owners face. In this article, we outline eight key types of finance that can be used to start and grow a business.
Find out moreGrowth Guarantee Scheme launched to help 11,000 smaller businesses in...
The British Business Bank has released details about the new Growth Guarantee Scheme which will support around 11,000 UK small businesses over the next two years.
Find out moreHow to get a bank loan for your business
Starting a new company, growing an existing venture and improving cash flow are among the reasons for why you might seek a business loan.
Find out moreCould your company be making a research and development tax relief cla...
Many companies are still surprised to learn they qualify for R&D tax relief, which can prove to be a valuable source of funding.
Find out moreGrants announced for leisure and hospitality businesses
The Government has announced a series of additional grants to support businesses in the hospitality and leisure sectors in England who have been impacted by the Omicron variant.
Find out moreHow to find small business grants across the UK
Looking for much-needed funds to help your small business grow and explore new and exciting industry opportunities? You’ll be pleased to know there are small business grants available to businesses in...
Find out moreRecovery Loan Scheme extended to June 2022
The Recovery Loan Scheme will provide Government-backed loans to businesses affected by COVID-19 until 30th June 2022.
Find out moreWhat options are available if a Bounce Back Loan cannot be repaid?
Bounce Back Loans were introduced in March 2020 at the start of the coronavirus crisis, to give many companies access to funds of up to £50,000 on extremely favourable terms to help them through the p...
Find out moreCompany directors to be prevented from avoiding repaying Government-ba...
New legislation is set to be introduced to prevent company directors avoiding investigation into their conduct by informally striking off their company instead of entering an insolvency process.
Find out moreHMRC to adopt a cautious approach to COVID-hit firms with unpaid taxes
Insolvencies for small businesses affected by COVID-19 with overdue taxes will be a last resort, according to a HMRC spokesperson.
Find out moreDo I need a business bank account?
If you are thinking of starting up a business, you might be considering how to manage your income and expenses. A business bank account is an essential tool for every new business and it might even be...
Find out moreNew Recovery Loan Scheme launches in April
With applications for the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme and Bounce Back Loans ended, eligible UK businesses can now apply for a new Recovery Loan Scheme.
Find out morePreventing abuse of R&D tax relief – new cap for SMEs from April 2021
The UK Government has published fresh draft legislation outlining a new cap on Research and Development (R&D) tax relief from April 2021.
Find out moreLate payment issues continue to plague small firms
The chronic issue of late payment for small businesses and freelancers has reared its head again, with 46% of invoices sent in the last 18 months paid late.
Find out moreGovernment grants to cover accountancy services for small firms
Small businesses across England can apply for government grants to cover the cost of specialist professional advice, including accountancy services.
Find out moreFunding Your Business
Register for our live webinar, where we will be joined by guest speakers from leading small business funding provider, Funding Circle, to explain what you need to consider when reviewing your business...
Find out moreWhy it is important to manage your cash flow in a crisis
Watch our free webinar explaining the importance of managing your cashflow during the COVID-19 outbreak
Find out moreNew support package for innovative businesses unveiled
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has confirmed a new £1.25 billion support package, designed to steer businesses that drive innovation and development through the coronavirus lockdown.
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Receiving interest when lending your company money
I have lent my company some money, can the company pay me interest?
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