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Home of our blog articles on topics that will inform and educate entrepreneurs on topics such as lending, green finance, tax and financial matters.
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
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
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
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
How to work out Capital Gains Tax
Whether you’re selling your business or considering your future possible liabilities as a business owner, here’s how to work out Capital Gains Tax with step-by-step calculations and SME-specific examples.
11 Jun 2025
5 ways to improve working capital without a loan
Working capital is the life blood of your business. If you’re struggling with cash flow but want to avoid taking on debt, consider the five transformational strategies listed in this article.
11 Jun 2025
A small business guide to: super senior revolving credit facilities
Is your business mature enough for more sophisticated financial products? A super senior revolving credit facility (RCF) could provide flexible, committed funding to support growth, acquisitions or restructuring.
5 Jun 2025
Leasing a car vs financing
Are you an SME? Do you need a vehicle to operate your business? Here’s how to choose between leasing and financing a vehicle as a business.
2 Jun 2025
What is international trade finance? A guide for SMEs
If you’re looking to expand internationally, accessing international trade finance (such as trade credit, letters of credit or export loans) could help unlock new growth opportunities.
2 Jun 2025
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