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Funding options

This simple guide will help you choose the right type of business finance.

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Discover the right funding solutions across loans, equity and grants. 

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The Government Grant Finder can help you find some of the grants your business is eligible for.

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Tips and information for businesses looking at their funding and finance options.

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  • Tips

Cash flow forecasting explained simply

Businesses that regularly monitor cash flow are often able to make decisions earlier, avoid unnecessary stress and identify opportunities for sustainable growth.
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How to get your business ready for finance

Securing external finance can be a big step forward for your business, but only if you're properly prepared.
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How to deal with late payments

The Small Business Commissioner Liz Barclay gives us her top tips for dealing with clients who don't pay on time, including prevention methods.
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The 7 drivers of growth that every business should understand

Improving profitability is not always about finding huge numbers of new customers.

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How to fund business growth through your customers

For many businesses, the most sustainable source of growth funding is already sitting in front of them: their customers.

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Thursday 18 June 2026

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Monday 22 June 2026

Accessing finance to prosper and grow

Learn how to access finance for your business with a guide to the options available.
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Tuesday 23 June 2026

Making sense of financial jargon

Learn how to manage business finances, meet legal requirements, and choose the right legal structure with confidence.