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  • Request for Proposals under the Community ENABLE Funding Programme

    Partners and Programmes

    […] and Trade (“DBT”) and administered by British Business Financial Services Limited (“BBFSL”). The CDFI sector aims to channel finance into […] lenders. As such their business model is characterised by a greater credit risk appetite, close proximity to local markets and high touch […] Finance Providers involved in the Programme will originate and service eligible lending (in line with their normal course of business) […]

  • What is a commercial finance broker?

    Knowledge

    […] finance broker comes in.  A commercial finance broker isn’t just a service - it’s an investment in your business’s future.  By demystifying […] on their personal assets, the generosity of family and friends, or credit cards to fund their business objectives.  But there are other […]

  • How to deal with late payments

    Knowledge

    […] and what to do if a customer hasn’t paid your invoice. Effective credit control Late payments are a frequent problem for many businesses, but effective credit control can help. The good news is that effective credit control […] cash up front, with the balance to follow upon delivery or once the service is complete. (See the case study below.)  If a prospective […]

  • Bank referrals to designated finance platforms FAQs

    […] bank would not be sufficient to enable another lender to undertake a credit assessment. The platform aims to provide you with a funding […] No. A platform must not charge any fee to a business for use of this service. Data protection How can I be sure that my data is safe and will […]

  • FAQs

    Partners and Programmes

    […] bank would not be sufficient to enable another lender to undertake a credit assessment. The platform aims to provide you with a funding […] No. A platform must not charge any fee to a business for use of this service. Data protection How can I be sure that my data is safe and will […]

  • Common issues exporters face and how to overcome them

    Knowledge

    […] could help you grow faster than if you traded your products or services solely in the UK. Exporting could also make your  business more […] with  UK Export Finance (UKEF) , the UK government’s export credit agency. They support exports for any size company and across […] and Trade’s export opportunities website – simply filter by product, service, sector, or market, or even sign up to alerts for whenever a […]

  • Getting your business ready for finance

    Knowledge

    […] should typically address the following key topics: your product or service the unique selling point of your product or service the market […] by reading the cash flow section of this guide . Your business credit rating In nearly all cases, a lender will run a credit check on […] can look at though. Your profit margin for each of your products or services is a key indicator and should be constantly monitored. […]

  • What are the different types of business loan?

    Knowledge

    […] often provided by financial institutions such as banks, is a type of credit that is backed by property or assets that you own, like your […] facilitating growth and allowing for an increase in capacity or services. This type of loan uses your property as collateral, providing […] Rate), which incorporates any fees charged by the lender for the loan service. For small businesses, unsecured loans often come in the form of […]

  • Research and Development

    Knowledge

    […] development (R&D) is when a business develops innovative products, services, or processes. For many start-ups, particularly those in […] feasibility of their business idea. It can ensure that the product or service fills a genuine market gap and meets customer expectations. […] do R&D work by a large company may be able to claim  R&D Expenditure Credit (RDEC) . Find out more about claiming research and development […]

  • Request for Proposals under the ENABLE Build Programme

    Partners and Programmes

    […] (“ DLUHC ”). It is administered by British Business Financial Services Limited (“ BBFSL ”) on behalf of DLUHC. There is a separate […] risk-weighted HM Government guarantee on a certain percentage of credit losses in excess of an agreed first loss threshold on the […] confirm that they, and other parties involved in the origination or servicing of the guaranteed debt finance, have the necessary […]