Funding the future: start-up funds and mentoring the way forward for business
Former Apprentice contestant Raj Dhonota launches a new £1m start-up fund, proving that help and guidance are the key to business success
Peer-to-peer lending expected to hit £1bn by 2016
A rapid increase in the use of alternative funding solutions will accompany a sharp rise in overall business lending from next year, according to Ernst & Young
Banks to be scrutinised for service to SMEs
OFT announces that market study is to be conducted on state of banking competition for our small businesses
Lord Young calls for removal of Start-Up Loan age cap
New report recommends extension of scheme to include over-30s
Five-minute money masterclass: how to get the bank on board
Much has been said about the reluctance of banks to lend to small businesses over the last few years
Better Bathrooms wins £10m investment from Business Growth Fund
UK bathroom firm, headed by Colin Stevens, sets sights on 500 new British jobs and international expansion following BGF investment
Lending environment still has room for improvement
Two-thirds of SMEs considering external finance are put off by economic climate
Banks not the only option for businesses
In light of falling lending figures, it’s worth being aware of the alternatives, writes Clive Lewis, the ICAEW head of enterprise
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