How have GBEA alumni used funding to grow their businesses?
The Great British Entrepreneur Awards (GBEA) is a thriving ecosystem of 50,000 UK entrepreneurs and their supporters. As well as celebrating businesses through an annual awards ceremony, the GBEA provides year-round opportunities for winners and finalists. We caught up with some alumni business owners to find out more about their funding journey.
6 Sept 2021
10 tips to improve your funding application
Now that the UK is in a period of economic recovery following the latest lockdown, many business owners are looking to expand their operations and obtain funding for growth. If you’re one of them, check out these 10 things you can do to improve your chances of getting approved. Even if your credit score is less than perfect, you could still be eligible.
2 Sept 2021
Managing cash flow when furlough ends in September
Since it was introduced by the government back in April 2020, the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) has been a lifeline for households and businesses across the UK. However, with the scheme set to end on 30 September, how can business owners manage cash flow in a way that will enable them to retain staff and continue trading?
19 Aug 2021
What are late payment fees?
Running a business can be time consuming and challenging, so when it comes to making sure your invoices are settled many business owners simply don’t have time to chase. Late payments are a common issue for small business owners and by applying a late fee payment on invoices, SMEs apply another layer of legislative protection.
10 Aug 2021
Funding Options has teamed up with Love Energy Savings
Collaboration will mean SMEs can secure finance and energy products at competitive rates from multiple providers via a single marketplace.
20 Jul 2021
What happens if I don’t have any funding options available to me?
It’s not uncommon for a business to apply for a loan only to find out they’re not eligible. If you’re facing this predicament, the good news is there are things you can do to make it easier to get business finance now or in the not-too-distant future.
30 Mar 2021
Key tax dates and deadlines for 2021
With so much going on at the moment, key tax dates and deadlines might be the last thing on your mind. So, to help you stay organised, we’ve compiled a list of important dates to be aware of when it comes to keeping on top of your accounting duties.
3 Feb 2021
Government offers grants to survive post covid
One-off grants worth up to £9,000 will be available for businesses in retail, hospitality and leisure to help them stay afloat until spring 2021, the Chancellor has announced.
5 Jan 2021
What are the features and benefits of a revolving loan?
If you’re looking for a flexible type of finance, a revolving loan (or revolving credit facility) could be the right solution for you. This alternative type of business finance allows you to withdraw money as and when your business needs it. Revolving finance can help you to alleviate cash flow challenges and invest in its future.
24 Nov 2020
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