Business banking

Banking for Business. Tips and advice on small business banking covering online business banking, business accounts and comparing bank charges, fees and services available to entrepreneurs in the UK

Comment & opinion

The future of banking – and why it won't be determined by banks

Anil Stocker | 22 Apr 2013

Anil Stocker, founder of online invoice discounting platform MarketInvoice, discusses the threat posed by innovative internet-based finance providers to the banks.

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Expert view

Business banking, finding premises, registering a company – what order?

Opening a business bank account requires a business address, renting a unit involves giving bank account details and registering as a company also needs an address. I can't work out what to do first!

Jason Oakley | 4 Mar 2013

Expert view

My bank is forcing me to restructure my overdraft

My bank is forcing me to restructure my overdraft into a loan. It will be more expensive and in 4-6 months’ time I may not even need an overdraft. Through circumstance I have never signed a directors' guarantor for the overdraft. Can they still force me into this position?

Jason Oakley | 20 Feb 2013

Comment & opinion

How the Business Bank will help small companies

Rory Earley, CEO of Capital for Enterprise, breaks down the concept of the Business Bank and what small businesses can expect from such an institution.

Ben Lobel | 11 Oct 2012

Grow your business online

4 in 5 people prefer a co.uk when searching online. Meet some real life success stories and discover why .co.uk is a great place to be for you and your business. Find out more.

Comment & opinion

5 easy ways to save money on hosting a dinner party

A dinner party is a great way to entertain your guests without breaking the bank. Find out how you can plan your party on a budget.

Ben Lobel | 4 May 2012

Guide

How to win bank funding

Business owners and bankers share tips with SmallBusiness.co.uk on how to negotiate a financing deal.

Ben Lobel | 21 Feb 2012

Expert view

Credit check for business account

My business partner and I recently were rejected for a business account application. (My credit score is excellent). Is a credit check performed only on a company director (my business partner) or the company secretary (myself) as well?

7 Feb 2012

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Guide

Claim Back Mis-Sold Loan Protection

Have you taken out a loan or a credit card in the last 10 years? If so, you may have been mis-sold loan insurance, and could claim compensation for this.

6 Jul 2011

Comment & opinion

Get investing

When cash savings rates are low, some people start thinking about putting their money into investments and there are plenty to choose from.

Ben Lobel | 15 Apr 2011

Guide

The reality of bank loans in 2011

The banks say they are lending; businesses see otherwise. SmallBusiness.co.uk talks to both sides about the reality of financing hopes for enterprise this year.

4 Apr 2011

Guide

Savings accounts and building a future together

Putting money into a joint or personal savings account might help you and your partner plan for your future together.

28 Mar 2011

Guide

Getting financing from banks

SmallBusiness.co.uk presents the dos and don'ts of approaching banks for funding.

13 Dec 2010

Guide

Banking on assistance

Many businesses are still having no luck in obtaining bank loans.

Ben Lobel | 14 Oct 2010

Expert view

Can I open a business bank account after bankruptcy?

I was made bankrupt in February 2006 and discharged in September 2006. Will this stop me from opening a business bank account?

7 Oct 2010

Guide

What banks want to see from SMEs

So why aren’t banks lending to small businesses? Rose Lewis, a partner at financial consultancy Pembridge Partners, outlines what banks want to see from SMEs before agreeing to show the money.

4 Aug 2010