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Stairways to success. Getting a foothold on a funding escalator for ongoing access to capital investment as a firm grows, and its needs change, has never been more important than now, advisors tell Brian Nicholls. more»

Jeremie saunters in. It seems a long time coming, but more help is on the way for smaller firms finding it hard to access up to £50,000 in venture capital. Brian Nicholls addresses Jeremie. more»

Overtrading will be a threat. When trade picks up not all businesses will have enough cash to finance growth. Though most banks are open for business, lending is being made in specific circumstances and under strict guidelines, says Mick Thompson. more»

How to win over your bank Here are some brief tips on the kinds of things that make financing applications successful for businesses like Hargreaves. First, here’s some advice specifically on looking inwards: more»

Green shoots from good seeds? In times like these alert businesses realise the value of being prepared and ready to present a good case to their bank manager, says Mike Mullaney. more»