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Businesses today face numerous challenges when it comes to accessing commercial finance and these challenges can hinder their growth, expansion, and overall financial stability. We see this time and time again in the market, but many of the challenges can be overcome....

Refinancing your business can feel daunting. Do you need a quick fix to cover a cashflow shortfall, or are you looking to invest in growth opportunities? Our handy guide to short-term finance and long-term financing options will help you make an informed decision that...

Asset financing could be a low-risk way to secure long-term financing for your business. Using your assets as security for a loan, you can upgrade your business with financing options, including hire purchase, lease and capital release solutions. We’ve put together...

Implementing your business growth plans at any time can be a challenge. But how can your business prepare for the economic challenges ahead and still push forward? By being streamlined, agile and adaptable, you can maximise efficiency and achieve the best outcomes...

In the current economic climate, times are tough for businesses in all sectors. Recently we’ve seen the prices of energy, raw materials and transport soar to unprecedented levels. With inflation comes demands for higher wages - oh, and the added pressures no one...

One reign has ended and new one begins. What a strange sentiment, bearing in mind so many of us have, all our lives, relied on and trusted Queen Elizabeth II as our monarch. There is much to take from Her Majesty in all walks of life, including business. She conveyed...

Like thousands of other UK businesses, you've probably felt the impact of Covid-19. But with the pandemic on the wane, you could be looking for business finance options to fund your future growth. So just what funding for your business is available in a post-Covid...

Owning a commercial property can be a significant business asset. However, it's also a substantial investment, so your business finance needs to be watertight. And that includes your commercial mortgage.  Why use a commercial mortgage? So why use a commercial...

As we head towards the end of the tax year, you may be weighing up your company’s balance sheets and considering your different financing options for the forthcoming year. If your business requires equipment, or if you want to release cash from the value of assets you...

Buying a medical practice outright or becoming a partner could be the next step in your healthcare career. And once you've done your research into a practice's viability, its location, the patient base, the value of its NHS contracts plus the partnership team you’ll...

Knowing when to refinance your business can make a big difference if you're looking to implement plans for growth and expansion. Whether you're purchasing property, other assets or hiring new employees, debt consolidation and restructuring your finances can positively...

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has had a huge profile in the business community over the past few years, becoming a key buzzword and importantly an integral part of business strategy for many forward-thinking businesses. It is an investment for the future, but...

Trying to navigate the world of finance can be tricky, regardless of whether you are a large or small business. The range of products available is often so vast that it is difficult to know which one is right for you. You might be a start-up business wanting to know...

Almost every business experiences a period of financial constraint. When that happens, what course of action should they take? Well, their first port of call will be to look for alternative sources of funding - so they can keep the commercial wheels of their...

We are now a month into the latest government finance support scheme, the Recovery Loan Scheme (RLS), and what we have learnt? Well ….. some lenders are still determining their application processes, lenders tend to be open to their own banking customers only...

CBILS is finishing on 31st March and will be replaced by the Recovery Loan Scheme which is due to run until 31st December 2021. This new scheme continues to help businesses affected by Covid-19 and can be used for any legitimate business purpose, including managing...

Looking for commercial vehicles during lockdown can be tricky. If you need either used or new, we might be able to help – if you see anything of interest give Steve a call. Plate Vehicle Details Mileage Price (excl VAT) 69 Plate  FORD TRANSIT CUSTOM 320 L2 2.0 EcoBlue...

The Chancellor of the Exchequer has further extended the government’s three Coronavirus business interruption loan schemes. The extension means that the schemes will now have an end date of 31 March 2021, putting further support in place for those who may need it....

Once again the deadline for the government’s Coronavirus business interruption loan schemes has been extended. The three core schemes – the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS), the Coronavirus Large Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CLBILS) and the...

Following the Chancellors update on 24th September, it has been confirmed that the CBILS applications deadline has been extended to 30 November.  It’s set to be a busy few weeks and the window for businesses to get government backed support is closing. This covers...