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Raising finance
Business loans
Whether it's getting a small business loan or opening a small business bank account, all start-ups will need to deal with the bank at some point. Ensure you get your bank loan and choose the most suitable account and bank manager by reading the advice and tips in this section.
Start Up Loans scheme explained
March 24, 2025 | 4 min read
Funding for Lending Scheme explained
March 24, 2025 | 4 min read
Government commits £1 billion to support small businesses
September 13, 2023 | 2 min read
How to get a franchise loan
May 23, 2023 | 2 min read
Start Up Loans: How to apply
May 23, 2023 | 10 min read
Applying for a Start Up Loan: What to expect
May 23, 2023 | 2 min read
Fund your business using guarantor loans
May 23, 2023 | 3 min read
5 must-know business loan basics for start-ups
May 23, 2023 | 2 min read
The gender funding gap: small strides to equality, but are investors doing enough?
March 7, 2023 | 5 min read
COVID-19 business loan schemes deadline to be extended
September 21, 2020 | 2 min read
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