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Apply for up to £5,000 in 'innovation vouchers'
by Josh Hall | 26 Apr 2013
Small businesses can apply for European grants to help them develop new skills.
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The government extends its start-up loans scheme
by Jade Wimbledon | 11 Jan 2013
The government’s Start-Up Loans scheme has been extended: is £2,500 enough to get going?
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Why small businesses need "business" credit cards
by Heaven Stubblefield | 10 Jan 2013
In this guest post, Heaven Stubblefield runs through the benefits of having a business credit card for your company's transactions.
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The Small Business Bank. Business boost or bust?
by Josh Hall | 19 Oct 2012
The Liberal Democrats have announced plans for a new, state-backed bank to provide finance to small businesses.
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5 ways to reduce your business banking costs
by Josh Hall | 26 Jul 2012
British businesses spend more than £2.3 billion every year on banking charges. Read some top tips to reduce your costs.
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Prompt Payment Code - How can it help me?
by Josh Hall | 20 Jul 2012
Late payment remains amongst the most significant challenges facing small businesses. Can the Prompt Payment Code help?
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StartUp Loans - A quick-start guide
by Josh Hall | 12 Jun 2012
The government has announced the launch of the StartUp Loans scheme.
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Why Wonga? Fix your cashflow before you break the bank
by Josh Hall | 23 May 2012
Last week Wonga announced that it is entering the business market. Read some cashflow tips to help you avoid expensive loans.
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Struggling with business debt? Act now
by Josh Hall | 09 May 2012
Business insolvencies are on the rise again. If you are struggling with business debt you should take action immediately.
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Interest rate swap mis-selling - Are you owed thousands?
by Josh Hall | 27 Apr 2012
Thousands of small businesses have allegedly been mis-sold interest rate swaps - and some are starting to fight back.
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