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Barclays Business Start Up Account
Get everything you'd expect from a Barclays Business account…Free business banking for up to 2 years (Ts&Cs apply). Free day-to-day support from our Barclays Business Team by phone 24/7 and Mobile Banking, manage your account quickly and easily from a web-enabled phone. Apply online.
Natwest fixed rate business loan for small businesses
At NatWest, we’re committed to backing British business. That’s why we’re giving small businesses the opportunity to borrow from £25,001 up to £250,000 fee-free, until 5 February 2012. Find out what our Fixed Rate Business Loan gives you today.
Winners and losers
Ben Lobel 24/01/2012
It seems that despite the government’s assurance that the Olympics will provide a long-lasting economic legacy for the UK, businesses remain unconvinced. Have your say »
Deciding on your financing needs
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Rory Earley, CEO of Capital for Enterprise, looks at the ramifications of getting a bank loan to fund growth opportunities. Have your say »
Winning new business in 2012
Guest Blogger 02/02/2012
Shaun Thompson, CEO of Sandler Training, explains how growth is possible in frugal times. Have your say »
Fund your business' growth with factoring
Balance your cash flow with factoring and use the funds to help grow your business. The funding grows with your sales: the more you invoice the more you can borrow. Use the reliable funds to purchase machinery or to pay your staff.
Get funding advice
This guide from BusinessLink provides in-depth information on raising and managing finance for your start-up.
How to raise start up finance
Starting a business is a very exciting time for budding entrepreneurs , but it can also be the most stressful. The following guide from Tiscali is a quick overview of how you could raise start-up cash for your business.
Financing your start-up
An overview of options for financing your start-up, from the London Life channel of the Greater London Authority website.
Seeking growth capital?
Need funding? London Business Angels facilitates investment into early stage businesses within the UK that are seeking growth capital.
Go to Angels' Den for small business funding
If you need small business funding but don’t want to put your house on the line, visit Angels Den and meet business angels.
Get funding from the angels
Find business angels - individuals who invest on their own, or as part of a syndicate, in high growth businesses. Visit The British Business Angels Association.
Other Start A Business Resources
A business credit card with 0% interest on purchases for 3 months*
That’s on top of up to 56 days of interest-free credit**. When it comes to supporting your cashflow, it all adds up to a lot of extra breathing space. Also, by separating your business and personal spend it helps you keep track of your costs and identify areas where you can save money. Find out more today. *From date of account opening. **When you pay off your balance in full and on time each month.
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Barclays Business Start Up Account
Get everything you'd expect from a Barclays Business account…Free business banking for up to 2 years (Ts&Cs apply). Free day-to-day support from our Barclays Business Team by phone 24/7 and Mobile Banking, manage your account quickly and easily from a web-enabled phone. Apply online.
