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Late payments from retail clients? There is something you can do…
Businesses that work with clients in the retail sector are regularly facing late payments and long waits for invoices which can create cash flow problems. New research from credit reference agency Experian found that Tesco are the worst retailer for paying...
Family and friends helping to finance many small businesses and entrepreneurs
The bank of mum and dad has become a useful option for many young people in the past few years, helping those in their 20’s and 30’s afford to buy their own home. However, it seems like it is also becoming a popular option for funding business ventures for...
Healthcare recruitment specialist grows with £250k invoice finance
Healthcare recruitment specialist IOS Care Recruitment has secured a £250,000 invoice finance facility and commercial loan with the help of Wilson Field Financial Solutions. Invoice finance funds IOS growth The financing has allowed the Cardiff-based firm,...
Black Friday: preparation tips for small businesses
As we edge towards another Black Friday event, many retailers are getting prepared for the onslaught of customers to their shops and online stores. The American tradition didn’t make its way over to the UK until relatively recently but it has caused mayhem for some...
How to plan for Christmas as a small business
Christmas can be a difficult time financially for many individuals and businesses alike, but the best thing to do is plan as much as you can to make the season that little bit easier for yourself. There are many things to keep in mind, whether you are a B2B business...
How to: crowd funding
The business finance option of crowd funding is growing fast in popularity as an alternative to obtaining a loan from a bank, the more traditional method of obtaining finance. Crowd funding allows you to engage with your customer and target market right...
Small businesses are hurting as a result of bank branch closures
With more and more bank branch closures happening up and down the country, many small businesses are facing new challenges. This is due to a significant amount of small businesses dealing with cash and cheques as well as valuing face to face interaction...
Crowd funding for small businesses
As a small business, it can be difficult to source funding to get yourself up and running or to finance a new campaign. One great solution a lot of new businesses are taking advantage of currently is crowd funding. Crowd funding is a way for a business or charity to...
Small business finance mistakes to avoid
If you are setting up your business, you will need to keep on top of business finances. Knowing what is going on financially within your business and making sure you have enough cash to pay the bills, buy necessary assets and continually invest in the business, is key...
How and why you should conduct market research for your business?
Whether you are a small start-up or a large corporation, conducting market research is extremely important for the future of your business. Market research can help you grow and develop, give you an insight into your competitors and help you market a new product...