New research from Premium Credit shows the cost of living crisis is increasing the tax bill pressure on SMEs with more than 430,000 firms currently struggling to pay money owed to HMRC. The study by the leading provider of finance for companies’ tax bills with SME owners and managers found nearly one in five (17%) […]
Once overlooked by the global tech industry, 2024 marks Latin America (LatAm) as the best region for tech “unicorns”, and particularly fintech start-ups, to emerge as game-changers and industry leaders. Worldwide, businesses are realising the advantages of the region’s emerging tech talent and market potential and are flocking to be part of the exponential growth […]
Further to the announcement on 7 March 2024, Funding Circle today announces it has entered into an agreement for the sale of Funding Circle’s US business to iBusiness Funding, LLC (IBF). The transaction will be for a total cash consideration of £33m, for the US business including all loan portfolios, which includes a £10m gain, […]
Fewer landlords are feeling negative about the prospects of their buy-to-let business and investments while most landlords remain neutral, the latest Landbay landlord survey shows. 27% of the landlords surveyed by Landbay felt negative about their business, compared to 37% at the end of last year. While 40% of landlords were neutral, just under 33% […]
Atom bank, the UK’s first app-based bank, has passed £1bn in commercial mortgage completions. It marks a significant milestone for the digital lender, who has been a consistent champion of UK SMEs since launch in 2016. The news comes with Atom bank having last week announced its strongest ever financial results. Operating profit grew to […]
Specialist commercial finance provider Reparo Finance has launched a new revolving credit facility to support SMEs with cashflow to fund growth. It plugs a gap in the market for flexible access to £25k-£75k over the course of a financial year. Reparo’s commercial director, Steve Richardson, explains: “We know it’s not easy running a business in […]
With the latest figures unveiling a promising 15% surge in successful business loan applications for SMEs in the first quarter of 2024, experts warn of the mistakes to avoid for the best chance of being accepted. The uplift comes as a much-needed relief to SMEs, with data from the British Business Bank showing the number […]
Customers remember bad experiences. A single frustrating interaction can sour their perception of your entire brand. In this age of online reviews and social media, the stakes for customer support are higher than ever. However, there’s good news! This guide provides a clear path to revamping your customer support strategy. It will equip you with […]
A criminal record can significantly impact your life, affecting your employment prospects, housing opportunities, and even personal relationships. Fortunately, expungement offers a chance to clear your record and start anew. This guide provides six proven tips to help you navigate the expungement process successfully, ensuring you understand every step and maximize your chances of a […]
In the modern business world, the rise of e-invoicing has given way to improvements in efficiency and a variety of savings. Switching from paper-based to digital invoices has made it even easier than ever before for companies to operate on a global scale. But the move towards electronic invoicing naturally raises some issues that businesses […]
