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02 Nov 2020 | Lockdown 2.0 is due to start across England on Thursday 5 November. Find out what support is available to businesses and more.

29 Oct 2020 | Brexit is around the corner. Here's what every business needs to think about to prepare - whatever the outcome.

26 Oct 2020 | How can a digital transformation help your business? We run through what to think about it you want to grow.

22 Oct 2020 | Tier 2 businesses affected by regulations to stop the spread of COVID-19 can apply for grants and put workers on an updated job support scheme.

09 Oct 2020 | The Job Support Scheme has been a lifeline for many businesses, but not everyone who needs help has been able to benefit.

01 Oct 2020 | Late payments are a burden for many business owners, but there are things you can do to manage the impact on your finances.

25 Sep 2020 | Here's everything you need to know about the CBILS extension, VAT relief and replacement furlough scheme covered in Sunak's Winter Economy Plan on 24 September.

08 Sep 2020 | From crowdfunding to angel investors, learn what kinds of funding are available for SMEs and how can you access them.

08 Sep 2020 | Find out the difference between apprenticeships and traineeships, why your business should offer them and how to access government grants if you do.

26 Aug 2020 | Get up to £5,000 to buy new equipment, invest in technology or seek specialist advice to help your business adapt, recover and rebuild after COVID-19.

20 Aug 2020 | Everything you need to know from what the Self Employment Income Support Scheme is, who's eligible for the second grant and how to apply.

17 Aug 2020 | We take a look at your options including bringing furloughed employees back, continuing furlough but without the grant and beginning redundancy processes.

12 Aug 2020 | With recession rumours confirmed, we summarise the key stats, shed light on what they mean and explain how your businesses can make it through stronger.

10 Aug 2020 | Find out how recent VAT reductions from 20% to 5% will impact everyday accounting, subscription services, Eat Out to Help Out and the Flat Rate Scheme.

06 Aug 2020 | Finance industry experts share their top tips for business owners around government schemes, planning for repayment and the best lending options available.

31 Jul 2020 | We take a look at the 3 most common forms of CBILS funding: overdrafts, invoice finance & loans. Find out what they are, how they work and who they're for.

28 Jul 2020 | With July's guidance on returning to work a bit vague and talk of new guidance causing a stir, here's how to lead your team through uncertainty - remotely.

22 Jul 2020 | We take a look at what's changed with IR35, which businesses and contractors are affected and what you can do now to make sure you're prepared.

15 Jul 2020 | We share our top tips for businesses considering co-opetition (partnering with the competition) to reach higher value creation, cut R&D costs and grow.

14 Jul 2020 | We take a look at Brexit negotiations pre- and post-coronavirus plus what you can do right now to make sure your business is prepared for a no deal outcome.

08 Jul 2020 | We cover five key things you can do right now to ensure that your business not only survives, but thrives, as a global recession seems increasingly likely.

01 Jul 2020 | With the green light to get back to business from 4 July, we take a look at some of the obstacles SMEs could be facing and how to overcome them.

19 Jun 2020 | What long-term effects will we see on commercial renting? Is this as an opportunity to rethink and rebuild the most functional and productive workspace?

18 Jun 2020 | We explore the possibilities as businesses across the UK start making tough decisions about whether to return to the office - now, sometime soon or at all.

16 Jun 2020 | Tips for how business owners can strike a balance between everyone going on holiday at the same time, or no one taking leave and burning out as a result.

10 Jun 2020 | We take a look at the most recent changes to the furlough scheme and what they mean to your bottom line – along with how to balance necessary redundancies.

05 Jun 2020 | Everything you need to know from the CBILS funding solutions available and how they work to whether your business is eligible and how to apply right now.

03 Jun 2020 | We take a look at the CBILS, BBLS, Future Fund plus various Government Support Grants, explaining which of these schemes can be combined – and which can't.

01 Jun 2020 | We take a deep dive into six different ways to reinforce trust in your business and encourage your existing customer base to return when they can.

28 May 2020 | Investors will of course be more cautious, but that doesn't mean they're not looking to invest. Here’s how to get the most out of your next funding round.

22 May 2020 | We cover everything from what The Future Fund is and how it works to who is eligible, how to apply and what fine print you should be looking out for.

18 May 2020 | We look at what the Future Fund is, how it works and who can apply. We also explore some of the criticisms causing a stir in the UK startup-community.

05 May 2020 | What exactly is the BBLS? How does the scheme compare to the CBILS and where do businesses apply? We cover all of this and more.

04 May 2020 | We’re reaching a moment where ‘normal’ is coming back into (albeit still distant) view. Here's what you should be thinking about to get your business ready.

29 Apr 2020 | Winning new business during lockdown might not be easy but there are things you could be doing to pad out your thinning client list. These are our top tips.

27 Apr 2020 | We take a look at the post-lockdown landscape in China and what UK businesses can learn from its economic recovery so far.

22 Apr 2020 | The fintech business lender has stepped in to help SMEs bridge the gap between paying furloughed staff and waiting for their CJRS claims to be paid by HMRC.

17 Apr 2020 | Maybe, but don't pivot for the sake of it. Here's how to figure out when it's time to change tack and when it's actually better to hold your ground.

14 Apr 2020 | The rent on a commercial property is a huge cost, but it's one that you may be able to cut. Here's how to negotiate a win-win solution with your landlord.

07 Apr 2020 | Can you really strengthen and expand your professional network remotely? Definitely. Here's what you should be doing right now.

06 Apr 2020 | We take a closer look at the CBILS updates announced by Rishi Sunak last week to address concerns regarding speed of funding and security requirements.

01 Apr 2020 | Accountant Bobby Lane joined us for a webinar to answer live questions from real businesses on how to handle the impact of COVID-19.

30 Mar 2020 | Work performance is linked to emotional wellbeing, so keeping up team morale is crucial. Here's how to foster positivity and motivation while we all #WFH.

26 Mar 2020 | How does the CBILS work? Who is eligible and how do they apply? What do SMEs think of the CBILS? We answer all of these questions and more.

25 Mar 2020 | The UK might be on lockdown but, for many businesses, the show must go on. Here's what you can do right now to keep your day-to-day operations on track.

24 Mar 2020 | Businesses the world over are feeling the effects of COVID-19. The Treasury had to act quickly to lighten the economic burden. Here’s why you should too.

10 Mar 2020 | Find out what the top four threats are to small businesses in the UK and get practical tips for how you can start preparing for them today.

20 Feb 2020 | We caught up with chartered accountant Bobby Lane to chat about the essential role of these specialists in the smooth running of a small business.

18 Feb 2020 | Grab your passport and let us whisk you away on a local and international world tour of the worst offenders when it comes to late payments.

23 Jan 2020 | We catch up on all things cash flow with Bobby Lane, a chartered accountant and expert on helping SMEs achieve their growth ambitions.

22 Jan 2020 | Learn how to overcome the cash flow challenges caused by late payments with three simple strategies that you can implement in your business right now.

09 Jan 2020 | Learn about the five most common cash flow problems facing small businesses and the steps your business can take to solve them.

02 Jan 2020 | Considering external finance for your business? We break down 8 common options from credit cards and overdrafts to business loans and invoice finance.

27 Dec 2019 | Wondering how you can improve cash flow for your business? Use these seven effective steps to get your cash flowing today.

19 Dec 2019 | Get to know how cash flow works and how it affects your business. We share everything you need to conquer cash flow basics, key terms and concepts.

25 Nov 2019 | Our handy guide to understanding what working capital is, what it says about your business and how much working capital you really need.

05 Nov 2019 | Working capital is vital for running your business. But if a working capital deficit is getting you down, use these 3 tips to get that cash flowing again.

10 Oct 2019 | Get to grips with the working capital cycle formula and how to use it for your business, plus practical advice for improving your working capital cycle.

26 Sep 2019 | What is working capital? We answer this, plus other questions about how to understand your working capital position and what you can do to improve it.

07 Jun 2019 | Working capital is the cash your business has readily available to use for day-to-day operations.

07 Dec 2017 | A look at the different sources of funding, like venture capital and invoice financing, which businesses use to finance operations and accelerate growth.

25 Oct 2017 | The digital age has brought in many new tech innovations and developments. Here's a look at how tech is changing how money is moved in today’s business sphere.

15 Sep 2017 | For many B2B companies, receiving payment on time is not always a reality. We explore solutions to help ensure prompt payment of invoices from your clients.

08 Sep 2017 | Businesses of all sizes face many challenges, one of which is keeping cash flow stable and healthy. We take a look at how alternative finance options can help.

05 Sep 2017 | We take a look at why businesses are increasingly turning to alternative funding options, with a focus on a growing player in the space – invoice finance.

29 Aug 2017 | We look at some of the ways late invoice payments are affecting growing UK businesses, and effective solutions to counter this challenge.

21 Aug 2017 | This article provides information to help you assess if invoice finance is right for you, and whether you meet the criteria for invoice finance eligibility.

15 Aug 2017 | Short-term funding for SME owners can be a great way to access cash flow, whether they are starting out, scaling up or looking ahead to the future.

10 Aug 2017 | The success of a business often depends on how healthy its cash flow is. We explore some of the best methods to effectively manage cash flow.

26 Apr 2017 | We’ve taken a look at five top invoice finance myths and how they compare to reality.