Stuart

Stuart Lawson

Chief Commercial Officer

Stuart is Chief Commercial Officer at Funding Options where he plays a key role in driving the growth of the business and its relationships with more than 120 partners. A finance industry veteran, he has a strong background in alternative finance, corporate and commercial banking, as well as global transaction banking.

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Education

What is corporate tax?

In the UK, corporate or corporation tax is paid by all UK limited companies and other corporations and groups that make a profit in the UK. The amount each company pays depends on the annual turnover less their expenses. We explore corporation tax and how to pay it, in our latest blog here.

23 Sept 2021

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Education

What is cash flow forecast?

A cash flow forecast is a way for a business to estimate the flow of cash in and out of their business over a certain period of time. The forecast acts as a plan for businesses to understand how much they can expect to receive and payout over the set period.

15 Sept 2021

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Business Energy

How to switch and save money on your business energy tariff

Your commercial gas and electricity supply is crucial for keeping your business up and running. But are you paying more for it than you need to? We’ve partnered with Love Energy Savings to help you switch and save money on your business energy tariff today.

7 Sept 2021

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Education

What is EBITDA?

The acronym EBITDA stands for ‘earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation’. It’s a metric business owners use to look at their operating performance. EBITDA can be considered as a substitute for cash flow for businesses to help them understand their current financial performance.

6 Aug 2021

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Green Finance

What is Green Finance and what does it mean for SME lending?

Green finance is a type of finance that’s been developed to support environmentally friendly businesses or business activities. This relatively new form of business finance has seen significant growth in recent times due to the commitments that governments, businesses and society has made to reach net-zero emissions by 2050 (underpinned by the Paris Agreement).

12 Jul 2021

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News

Great British Entrepreneur Awards – why we’re taking part

Funding Options is excited to be sponsoring the Sustainability Entrepreneur of the Year category at this year’s Great British Entrepreneur Awards (GBEA). Our CEO, Simon Cureton, is on the judging panel, and the finalists have just been announced!

8 Jul 2021

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Covid-19

How can businesses prepare for the summer reopening?

Although scientists advising the government are calling for the lifting of lockdown restrictions to be delayed, Step 4 of the roadmap is currently still set to happen on 21 June. Regardless of the exact date, what can businesses do to prepare?

8 Jun 2021

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Covid-19

June and the return to “normal” – what it means for businesses

With step three of England’s roadmap out of coronavirus lockdown restrictions in full swing, the business community is looking ahead with a sense of anticipation (and slight apprehension) to 21 June. Read on for a summary of what to expect and how securing the right business finance could help you to prepare for growth.

18 May 2021

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Education

Supporting businesses navigating a post-Brexit world

For some, the lingering impact of Brexit has made the idea of growing a business seem like an impossibility. For others, it's providing an opportunity to look beyond the EU to new international markets. Fortunately, there’s financial support out there for business owners looking to overcome cash flow challenges as well as those planning to scale in a post-Brexit world.

13 May 2021

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Disclaimer:

Funding Options helps UK firms access business finance, working directly with businesses and their trusted advisors. We are a credit broker and do not provide loans ourselves. All finance and quotes are subject to status and income. Applicants must be aged 18 and over and terms and conditions apply. Guarantees and Indemnities may be required. Funding Options can introduce applicants to a number of providers based on the applicants' circumstances and creditworthiness. We are also able to make insurance introductions. Funding Options will receive a commission or finder’s fee for effecting such finance and insurance introductions.

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