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How asset lending can boost your business cash flow this summer

Need some extra cash to get through the summer months? Own valuable assets that could be used to secure a loan? Asset lending could help.

17 Jul 2025

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Education

Fund-based and non-fund based credit limits

Find out what fund-based and non-fund based credit limits are, what the difference between them is, and which might suit your business most.

10 Jul 2025

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What are the main crowdfunding advantages and disadvantages?
Education

Peer to peer lending

Need funding but aren’t sure whether you’ll be able to get a traditional bank loan? You’re not alone. [Over half](https://www.money.co.uk/business/business-loans/statistics) of UK SMEs are turned down by banks, leaving many looking for alternatives.

9 Jul 2025

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Hire purchase vs. finance lease

Need to buy business equipment but aren’t sure whether to lease or purchase it? This decision could save or cost your business thousands of pounds, so it's worth getting it right.

8 Jul 2025

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How to obtain a small business loan in the UK: a step-by-step guide

Securing the right small business loan can be a turning point for many UK entrepreneurs - whether you're investing in growth, covering unexpected expenses, or managing seasonal cash flow. Yet for many founders, the process can feel opaque and confusing. What type of loan should you apply for? What documents do lenders expect? And how do you compare your options without getting buried in jargon?

3 Jul 2025

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Business Credit Cards
Education

A short guide to business credit card expenses

[Over 600,000](https://www.comparebanks.co.uk/resources/business-credit-card-statistics/) UK SMEs use business credit cards. If you’re one of them (or you’re looking to join them), make sure you’re using them properly with this guide.

26 Jun 2025

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Leasing and financing
Education

How to decide between leasing and financing business assets

Does your business require new equipment? Perhaps you’re considering your options for company vehicles. Here’s how to decide between leasing and financing.

22 Jun 2025

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Education

Commercial loan calculator vs. business loan calculator: what’s the difference?

Choosing the right calculator can speed up and improve your decision making. But with terms like ‘commercial loan calculator’ and ‘business loan calculator’ often used interchangeably, it can be confusing figuring out which tool you actually need.

19 Jun 2025

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Education

When is invoice finance better than a business loan?

Is maintaining cash flow keeping you awake at night? Invoice finance could unlock money already sitting in your unpaid invoices, giving you access to funds quickly instead of waiting weeks for a loan to be approved.

15 Jun 2025

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