A commercial loan is a common form of funding for any business, enabling you to raise finance for differing needs in exchange for a manageable repayment schedule. When seeking a loan, finding a competitive deal that suits your business needs and affordability criteria...
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6 signs you’re ready to exit your business
A business takes up a significant amount of your time, thoughts and energy. If you have been running it long-term, it likely feels like an integral part of your life. As a result, the decision to leave is never simple. However, there will come the point for every...
The role external finance plays in your business turnaround
There is always a risk in business that things won’t work. Many issues may threaten success, including market changes, a poor value proposition, rising costs, bad planning, poor leadership or loss of customers. Once you witness the symptoms of failure – falling...
7 signs you need turnaround finance
Despite the best efforts, some businesses will undergo challenging periods – falling sales, restricted cash flow or other financial blockers. If issues aren’t dealt with promptly, it may lead to the failure of the business, bringing the threat of foreclosure and...
Why due diligence matters when buying a business
There could be several reasons why a buyer wants a particular business – location, industry position or existing client book. However, regardless of why you buy the company, you need to undertake proper due diligence to ensure it's the right move. This process is the...
The five best debt funding options for a growing business
Growth is a primary ambition for many entrepreneurs. When you started your business, you had a vision, aims and objectives, which became a marker for your success. However, growth doesn’t always happen quickly. There are many factors at play. The most significant is...
How to keep your business sale on track
Despite the best efforts, not every business sale will go to plan. Many factors can cause things to break down – including timing, patience and regular communication. Of course, you want to ensure the sale of your business is one of those that succeed. Below, we’ve...
The 9 reasons to restructure a business
In business, nothing ever stays the same, whether it be changing customer priorities, the competitive market, or operational difficulties. In most cases, you need to transform to re-energise your business. Restructuring a business is a standard method of...
How to be sure you’re buying the right business?
Buying an already established business can give you the same level of independence as starting one from scratch, but it will also bring sizeable advantages. If you choose the right business to buy, you can access many of the tools needed to run a successful operation....