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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.
Black Friday & Cyber Monday checklist for SMEs
With Black Friday and Cyber Monday just around the corner, you’ve probably already prepared your promotions and discounts. But have you missed anything out? To help you fine-tune and maximise your campaigns this year, we’ve pulled together a quick checklist for SMEs. Just in case you need a reminder – Black Friday falls on Friday 25 November this year, with Cyber Monday following suit on Monday 28 November.
4 Nov 2022
Has the National Insurance Contributions increase been reversed?
On 23 September the then Chancellor of the Exchequer, Kwasi Kwartang, delivered a mini budget in which he announced a series of fiscal measures for the UK. He stated that the 1.25% rise in National Insurance Contributions (NICs) – which came into effect in April – would be reversed on 6 November 2022. The current chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, confirmed in his 17 October statement that the policy to reverse the 1.25% rise in NICs would still go ahead. The dividends tax increase which was also implemented in April will stay in place. So what does the NICs reversal mean for your business?
3 Nov 2022
The best real estate loans via property development finance
The property development finance market can feel overwhelming, but knowing some fundamentals can help you to navigate it. At Funding Options, we’re here to help guide you through the funding process – from application to funds released. Here’s what you need to know about property development finance.
24 Oct 2022
5 small business loans you can use to expand your business
Whether you’re looking to increase turnover, purchase new equipment, expand into a new location, or take advantage of upcoming growth opportunities, business finance can provide you with the funding boost you need to reach your goals. Here are 5 types of business finance that can be used to fund expansion.
24 Oct 2022
5 things businesses can expect from the new Prime Minister
The former Chancellor of the Exchequer will succeed Liz Truss as Britain's next Prime Minister, it was announced today. Below, we'll discuss the possible implications on businesses the new PM might bring as he steps into office.
23 Oct 2022
A guide to finance for property developers
Whether you’re new to property development or are an expert this guide is designed to help you understand some of the different property-orientated finance options out there today.
20 Oct 2022
How does invoice finance work in the UK?
If you have cash tied up in your accounts receivables, invoice finance can allow you to unlock up to 90% of it, providing you with access to the cash you need to trade and grow with confidence. Read on to find out more about this flexible form of business finance.
20 Oct 2022
Submission of 31 October tax return – who does it apply to?
If you’re submitting your tax return through the post as opposed to doing it online, the deadline is midnight on 31 October 2022. Should you miss this deadline, you’ll pay a late filing penalty of £100 if your tax return is up to 3 months late – and more thereafter.
16 Oct 2022
Here’s what you need to know about exporting from the UK to the EU
If you trade internationally, you’ll know how important it is for your goods to move to and from the UK smoothly. But with new export rules in place, it’s easier said than done. In fact, some small business owners say they’ve faced 70-page long customs declarations. To help our customers, we’ve put together some information about exporting to the EU in 2022. This isn’t a definitive guide: for specific information, speak to a specialist.
13 Oct 2022
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